PiGMaP family DNA has been imported from Edinburgh, Sweden, France and the Netherlands. This all can be shared once individual labs fill out a transport permit to move the DNA to their labs. Rules on sharing of materials and joint publication will need to be agreed upon for a successful collaboration. Research Priorities Individual labs will of course set their own priorities but joint efforts in pig gene mapping may help to raise additional research funds. I have made a special effort to visit with individuals from swine breeding companies, the swine industry and other universities not already involved in the pig gene mapping efforts.
Some open discussion is needed on new ideas and ways to continue to involve the industry.
A great deal can be accomplished if the pig gene mappers work together. A lack of professionalism and cooperation is counter productive.