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Winter
Conference

Bismarck, ND

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January 19

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8 CE Hours*

In-Person Event 8am - 5pm (CT)
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North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality
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Approved for 8 hours of CE hours for ND licensed veterinarians and veterinary technicians from the North Dakota Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners
8:00am

Overview of Animal Disease (foreign versus endemic)

by Ethan Andress, DVM, North Dakota State Veterinarian, North Dakota Department of Agriculture

A review of the steps that occur when a disease is reported, diagnosed and how the response is determined based on the disease involved, either endemic or foreign animal disease.

8:30am

Overview of US SHIP (Swine Health Improvement Plan) and Implications for ND Swine Owners

by Marguerite Tan, Director of Environmental Programs, National Pork Board and Stephanie Wisdom, Director of Animal Welfare, National Pork Board

An overview of the United States Swine Health Improvement plan which was designed in response to the threat of African Swine Fever and Classical Swine Fever. US SHIP is an industry, state and federal program modeled after the National Poultry Improvement Plan. US SHIP is a USDA Veterinary Services and National Pork Board sponsored pilot project being pursued with support of state and industry partners. The principal objectives are to develop and implement an African Swine Fever (ASF)-Classical Swine Fever (CSF) Monitored Certification Program modelled after the National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP). AgView is a free, opt-in technology solution from the National Pork Board that helps producers of all sizes participate in the US SHIP Pilot and helps States certify compliance. This talk will help you learn how US SHIP fits into the overall response to a foreign animal disease outbreak and the tools that exist to support emergency preparedness in the US pork industry.

9:30am

Update on Foot and Mouth Disease Response

by Kate Kilzer, DVM, MPH, DACVPM, Veterinary Medical Officer (Epidemiology), Emergency Coordinator ND/SD, USDA

Update on the FMD situation globally and current efforts for preventing disease incursion into the United States.

10:30am

15 min. Break

10:45am

Foreign Animal Disease Response from a Field and State Perspective

by Todd Tedrow, DVM, Director of Veterinary Services, Dakota Provisions, LLC

This session will explore the mitigation activities involved when highly pathogenic avian influenza (the bird flu) is detected on a commercial turkey operation.

11:15am

Biosecurity/Continuity of Business Planning

by Todd Tedrow, DVM, Director of Veterinary Services, Dakota Provisions, LLC

This session will look at what producers and their veterinarians can do to ensure continuity of business during an outbreak of a foreign animal disease.

11:45am

Personal Protective Equipment and Decontamination

by Heidi Pecoraro, DVM, PhD, DACVP, Director, NDSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory and Level 3 Staff

Learn to don and doff PPE for animal disease investigations. Appropriate decontamination methods for various pathogens will also be discussed.

12:30pm

Lunch (Sponsored by North Dakota Pork Council)

Lunch is included in your registration fee.

1:00pm

Incident Command/Roles and Expectations

by Marty Haroldson, Program Manager, Division of Water Quality, NDDEQ, and Kent Theurer, Emergency Management Specialist, ND Department of Agriculture

Overview of the incident command structure and how it is implemented in response to different types of animal disease. Including the expectations of individuals involved in response at different levels from community to state and/or federal.

1:30pm

Humane Endings versus Depopulation

by Kate Kilzer, DVM, MPH, DACVPM, Veterinary Medical Officer (Epidemiology), Emergency Coordinator ND/SD, USDA

Discuss the differences between euthanasia and depopulation as it relates to disease response and review the AVMA guidelines for the depopulation of animals.

2:00pm

Carcass Disposal Methods

by Mary Keena, Livestock Environmental Management Specialist, NDSU Extension and Rachel Strommen, Environmental Scientist, NDDEQ

This session will include discussion on proper site selection and disposal method decisions for animal diseases.

2:30pm

Review and Feedback for Emergency Response Preparedness for Foreign Animal Diseases (FAD) and Mass Livestock Mortalities Program

by Miranda Meehan, PhD, Extension Livestock Environmental Stewardship Specialist and Disaster Education Coordinator

This session will provide a recap of the goals of our upcoming trainings and allow time for attendees to provide feedback on materials presented. This feedback will be used by the team to improve the materials ahead of the trainings.

3:00pm

Tour of Bismarck/Burleigh Emergency Operations Center (Bismarck)

by Kent Theurer, Emergency Management Specialist, ND Department of Agriculture

This tour will cover an overview of the function of a state-of-the-art facility, which provides updated space for emergency operations. The tour of the space will provide opportunities for discussion of the roles and functions included and how subject matter experts are leveraged during emergency operations.

4:00pm

Tour State of North Dakota Emergency Operations Center/State Radio (Bismarck)

by Kent Theurer, Emergency Management Specialist, ND Department of Agriculture

This tour will cover a secure military facility converted for State emergency operations and statewide dispatch. The tour of the space will provide opportunities for discussion of the roles and functions included and how subject matter experts are leveraged during emergency operations. Note: NDVMA must notify state officials by January 5 if you plan to participate in this tour so that a background check can be conducted in advance. You must show an official ID (Driver's License or Passport) to enter the center.

North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality

4201 Normandy Street
Bismarck, ND 58503
701-328-5150

Pricing & Discounts

Discounted pricing through January 5. Register today! Fee includes lunch and beverages during the conference.
Member Registration By Jan. 5
$

100

Member Registration After Jan. 5
$

120

Non-Member Registration
$

125

Cancellation policy: No refunds after January 14, 2024 unless event is canceled due to inclement weather. If you need to cancel your registration please email: execdir@ndvma.com. In the event of inclement weather and the workshop is canceled NDVMA will provide a full refund.