Swientist

06/06/2026

Come learn with us!

The Swientist has arrived to Ashland 🐷🦠

The Swientist is here to whack a germ with biosecurity! Come visit our table to learn about biosecurity and pop some Influenza and African Swine Fever germ balloons.

Swientist

06/04/2026

USDA confirmed a New World screwworm case in South Texas today. Read our statement here: https://txfb.us/firstnwscase.

Get the latest situation updates on confirmed cases and other USDA news at screwworm.gov.

Report suspected infestations immediately:

Livestock & Pets
Report to Texas Animal Health Commission
tahc.texas.gov

Wildlife
Report to Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
tpwd.texas.gov/screwworm

05/30/2026

Come visit us at the Clark County OH-Pigs show where we are learning about the importance of isolation to stop the spread of germs!

05/24/2026

Come learn about identification with us!

Today kids will learn more about the importance of identification and get to practice ear notching their own pair of ears. Come on over to be identified! We are also enrolling NASALs at our table! 🐷🦠

Swientist

05/23/2026

Come diagnose some pigs with us! We also have NASALs here if anyone needs a redraw or would like to join the study!

Today with The Swientist, participants can try to diagnose a sick pig and learn more about swine disease. The Swientist Team will be here until about 1 pm. 🐷🦠

Swientist

05/22/2026

💻✨ Practice. Prepare. Perform. ✨💻

Virtual Skillathons for the 2026 Ohio State Fair are OPEN from May 25th – October 12th!

✅ No pre-registration required
✅ Great practice for youth interested in Ohio State Fair Skillathons
✅ May replace county fair skillathon requirements (check with your fair!)

Species available:
-Beef
-Cavy
-Dairy
-Dog
-Goat
-Horse
-Llama / Alpaca
-Poultry
-Rabbit
-Sheep
-Swine

Website: https://ohio4h.org/animalsciences/ohio-4-h-animal-sciences-program/ohio-4-h-skillathons

Questions? Email us at [email protected].

05/22/2026

🐾 Experience Life as a Veterinarian! 🐾
Are you a high school student passionate about animals? Don’t miss Vet for a Day at the Ohio State Fair!

📅 Thursday, July 30, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Ohio Showcase Building, Ohio State Fairgrounds
Hosted by the Ohio Veterinary Medical Association, this hands-on program lets you:
🩺 Participate in interactive demonstrations
🐄 Practice real veterinary skills
🎓 Get expert advice on veterinary careers
💲 $15 registration fee (includes lunch + program t-shirt!)
⏳ Register by July 24 – spots are limited!
Take your first step toward becoming a veterinarian!

➡️ Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ovma-vet-for-a-day-tickets-1988628770184?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true
📧 Questions? Contact Mia Cunningham at [email protected]

05/09/2026

Come learn more about biosecurity!

05/06/2026

Great video to show what we do! Our lab has been collecting swabs for a while now looking for influenza in pigs! We appreciate everyone who has let us pick their pigs noses over the year!