IVMA Office Closed Today

The IVMA office is closed today, Tuesday, February 24 while the staff attends the IVMA Legislative Day at the Iowa Capitol in Des Moines.

Any preconditioning orders received today will be sent out tomorrow, February 25.

Become Iowa's AVMA HOD Alternate Delegate

The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) is composed of members representing 70 state, territorial, and allied veterinary medical groups– a delegate and an alternate delegate from each organization. The HOD sets association policies and elects the seven-member House Advisory Committee, which makes recommendations to both the House and the Board of Directors. The House of Delegates meets twice a year: each summer at AVMA Convention and each winter at the Veterinary Leadership Conference.

Iowa will have an opening later this year in the AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) as the current Alternate Delegate, Dr. Molly Lee will move to the Delegate position. Delegate and Alternate Delegate are each four-year terms, so a new Alternate Delegate would be representing Iowa for eight years.

If you are interested in the Iowa Alternate Delegate Position or have questions, please contact Dr. Randy Wheeler at rwheeler@iowavma.org or 515-965-9237 by March 30.

Save the Date for IVMA Spring Practice Management

Nurturing a Healthy Veterinary Practice Culture:

Addressing Toxicity and Fostering Wellness

Presented by: Susie Crockett, CVPM

Friday, May 1, 2026

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ankeny Courtyard by Marriott

2405 SE Creekview Dr

Ankeny, IA

In today’s high-pressure veterinary environment, strong communication and a healthy workplace culture are essential for team well-being, patient care, and client satisfaction. This session offers practical tools to recognize and address toxic behaviors early, improve communication, and navigate conflict more effectively. Through discussion and real-world scenarios, attendees will learn strategies to foster psychological safety, resilience, and accountability—leaving with actionable steps to help build a more supportive, engaged, and successful veterinary practice.

Sponsored by IDEXX

Register here.

Nominations Open for 2026

ISU CVM Alumni Awards

The ISU College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking nominations for its annual alumni awards which will be presented in fall of 2026. We encourage you to take this opportunity to recognize deserving colleagues. The deadline for nominations is March 9, 2026.

Nominations are being invited in the following award categories:

Stange Award

William P. Switzer Award

Lorraine J. Hoffman Graduate Alumni Award

Outstanding Young Alumni Award

Please click here for award description and nomination form. 

Questions? Please contact: Tracy Raef at traef@iastate.edu

Save the Date of the 2026 ISU James D. McKean Swine Disease Conference

Mark your calendars for the 2026 ISU McKean Swine Disease Conference and related events which will be held this June in Ames.

• Tue, June 23 (AM) – International Workshop on Enteric Diseases, ISU CVM
• Tue, June 23 (PM) – International PRRS Management Workshop, ISU CVM
• Wed, June 24 – ISU McKean Swine Disease Conference (focus on swine health), Gateway Hotel and Conference
• Thu, June 25 – Iowa Swine Day (focus on production), Scheman Building

Conference program information will be finalized this Spring, with registration to follow. 

This conference has been approved for 17.75 Hours of CE.

Podcasts on Swine Manure Available

Manure management is a crucial aspect of swine production. Being proactive and taking steps to address manure foaming is critical for the safety of livestock and farm workers.

Ashley Englin, swine extension specialist at Iowa State University, recently wrote an article highlighting key safety practices and methods for reducing foam. “Pit Foaming in Swine Barns: Fire Risk and Practical Solutions” is based on research from the Iowa Manure Management Action Group at Iowa State University and can be accessed at ipic.iastate.edu.

Daniel Andersen, associate professor and extension specialist at Iowa State University, focuses his research on manure management and water quality. Andersen hosts a podcast, “Talkin’ Crap,” which features interviews with experts in manure science, technology, and management practices.

The following podcast episodes are free to listeners and provide specific information on manure foam management and safety: Foaming at the Pit: Causes, Consequences, and What We’ve Learned and Harvest Hazards: Manure Management and Farm Safety.

For additional guidance, producers can contact their regional swine extension specialist.