Strategies must be based on epidemiology of the virus, facilities available, pathogenicity of virus strain involved, and management resources. Close consultation with an attending veterinarian familiar with your herd and PRRS management is essential. Farm-specific diagnostics should be done to select an appropriate antimicrobial therapy. It is licensed for use in three to 16 week-old pigs. The vaccine is widely used by veterinarians in all ages of swine in an off-label capacity.
Protocols vary by farm.
Recommendations of the attending veterinarian should be strictly followed due to potential risk incurred by vaccines use in breeding stock. Benefits and risks of vaccine use should be discussed with a veterinarian. Conclusion New and emerging infectious disease should make us reevaluate our management practices. Kenneth R. Bolen, Director of Cooperative Extension, University of Nebraska, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.