On April 9th, HIPRA TAIWAN hosted a new edition of HIPRA UNIVERSITY, bringing together academic and industry experts to spotlight the critical role of gut health in swine immunity and growth. The seminar focused on the synergy between disease prevention, nutritional strategies, and vaccination in promoting animal health and farm productivity.
Professor Hung-Chih Kuo provided an overview of common gastrointestinal diseases in pigs and highlighted how effective farm management practices can mitigate their impact. Dr. Chi-Chen Chen addressed the strategic selection of feed ingredients and the role of targeted nutrition in maintaining intestinal integrity.

HIPRA’s technical team delivered a comprehensive analysis of edema disease, one of the most challenging threats in pig farming. They presented successful case studies of VEPURED®, HIPRA’s purified vaccine against edema disease, showcasing its effectiveness across various farms in Asia.

The event also introduced “A Guide to Neonatal Diarrhoea”, a practical resource offering actionable strategies to improve piglet and sow health and reduce diarrhoea-related losses.
Attendees actively engaged in discussions and expressed strong interest in VEPURED®, reflecting the industry’s growing demand for advanced solutions.
HIPRA reaffirmed its commitment to advancing sustainable and efficient swine production by integrating vaccination and gut health management. The company will continue to host knowledge-sharing events that promote innovation and best practices emphasizing the importance of vaccination in preventing its impact on swine health.