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(4) --- [![Newstandard_Group](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/Newstandard_Group_Jan2017/images/logo.jpg "Newstandard_Group")](http://newstandard-group.com/) [![Contact Tech Support](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/2294640/7312fb72-b5aa-48f3-b1aa-866d4c106ed3.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/2294640/7312fb72-b5aa-48f3-b1aa-866d4c106ed3) [![Contact Regional Offices](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/2294640/406fce97-e397-4098-916e-8c9669f38806.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/2294640/406fce97-e397-4098-916e-8c9669f38806) - [Home](https://www.newstandard-group.com/) - [About Us](http://newstandard-group.com/about-us) - [History](http://newstandard-group.com/about-us/new-standard-history) - [Our Team](http://newstandard-group.com/about-us/new-standard-team) - [U.S. Barn Builders](http://newstandard-group.com/about-us/barn-builders) - [Solutions](http://newstandard-group.com/solutions) - [Swine Solutions](http://newstandard-group.com/solutions/swine-solutions) - [Poultry Solutions](http://newstandard-group.com/solutions/poultry-solutions) - [Projects](http://newstandard-group.com/projects) - [Service Request](http://newstandard-group.com/new-standard-group-service-request) - [Contact Us](http://newstandard-group.com/contact) - [Blog](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog) ## [Animal Safety and Positive Pressure Ventilation](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/animal-safety-and-positive-pressure-ventilation) ## 01.28.2022 [Britt Roman](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/author/britt-roman) [![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202022-01-26%20at%209.44.28%20AM.png)](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/animal-safety-and-positive-pressure-ventilation) Third-generation farmers, and owners of Iowa Select Farms, Jeff and Deb Hansen, started with humble roots in 1976, farrowing just three sows. Through passion and hard work, Iowa Select Farms was born and has grown steadily to become the fourth-largest pork producer in the United States. ## [21/22 Winter Modern Producer Kid's Coloring Contest](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/21/22-winter-modern-producer-kids-coloring-contest) ## 01.24.2022 ![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/logo.jpg) [New Standard Staff](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/author/new-standard-staff) [![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/kids-coloring-contest-2022.png)](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/21/22-winter-modern-producer-kids-coloring-contest) Kids, you can win a $25 gift card! We will choose two winners in the USA and Canada! Good luck and we look forward to seeing your beautiful turkeys!  ## [More Than Parts, But We Have Those Too](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/new-standard-more-than-parts-but-we-have-those-too) ## 12.29.2021 ![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/logo.jpg) [New Standard Staff](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/author/new-standard-staff) [![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/more-than-parts.png)](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/new-standard-more-than-parts-but-we-have-those-too) Ben Cochran has been at New Standard US since 2014. His daily tasks include taking care of the main office, warehouse, shipping and receiving, project quotes and, deliveries. ## [Why We Do What We Do - The Modern Producer Podcast](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/mikael-kirk-agrisys-podcast-0) ## 12.23.2021 ![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/logo.jpg) [New Standard Staff](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/author/new-standard-staff) [![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/Why_we_do_what_we_do.png)](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/mikael-kirk-agrisys-podcast-0) Good Day! ## [ESF REMODEL: A&A Van Ginkel Farms](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/esf-remodel-aa-van-ginkel-farms) ## 12.20.2021 ![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/logo.jpg) [New Standard Staff](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/author/new-standard-staff) [![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/AandAVANGINKELFARMS.png)](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/esf-remodel-aa-van-ginkel-farms) > “New Standard is truly knowledgeable in the product they provided and are quick to respond to any questions or concerns we have.” O ne of the main deciding reasons we decided to go with New Standard West as our equipment supplier, was the knowledge and experience that Kase van Ittersum has. He was able to suggest parts that would work as a complete system. The suggestions that he made, once implemented, have worked very well over the years.  New Standard supported and trained us in the installation and use of all the systems.  Working with New Standard West and Kase van Ittersum is an exceptionally good experience. New Standard is truly knowledgeable in the product they provided and are quick to respond to any questions or concerns we have. The systems are working as promised and we would not hesitate to recommend  New Standard for all your in barn needs. ## [2022 Show Season Schedule](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/2022-show-season-schedule) ## 12.15.2021 ![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/logo.jpg) [New Standard Staff](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/author/new-standard-staff) [![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/2022-show-season.png)](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/2022-show-season-schedule) The 2022 tradeshow season is upon us! We've compiled a list of all the current shows and events New Standard / Horizon will be attending. We look forward to seeing our customers and meeting some new folks this coming year. Please make sure you watch social media for updates from the shows and details on booths, and more. ## [Why CO2 Sensors](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/why-co2-sensors) ## 12.10.2021 ![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/Staff%20Images/Tim-Kurbis-Profile.jpg) [Tim Kurbis](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/author/tim-kurbis) [![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/Co2-Sensor.png)](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/why-co2-sensors) Over the course of the last three years or so, the team at New Standard has started to incorporate a new facet of ventilation regulation (and modification). ## [BIG NEWS FROM NEW STANDARD](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/big-news-from-new-standard) ## 11.02.2021 ![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/logo.jpg) [New Standard Staff](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/author/new-standard-staff) [![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/Facebook-2.png)](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/big-news-from-new-standard) ## [Mikael Kirk with Agrisys - The Modern Producer Podcast](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/mikael-kirk-agrisys-podcast) ## 10.28.2021 ![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/logo.jpg) [New Standard Staff](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/author/new-standard-staff) [![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/Mikael-Kirk-Podcast-Modern-Producer.png)](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/mikael-kirk-agrisys-podcast) Good Day! Welcome to episode 3 of the Modern Producer Podcast. On today's show, we welcome Mikael Kirk! Mikael and his company AGRISYS is based in Denmark and is a leader in sow equipment development worldwide. AGRISYS Protein Automation was founded by Mikael in 2009. AGRISYS provides solutions for individual feeding and the foundation for optimal results. ## [5th Freedom: Freedom from Fear & Distress](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/1st-freedom-freedom-from-discomfort-0-0-0) ## 10.06.2021 ![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/logo.jpg) [New Standard Staff](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/author/new-standard-staff) [![](https://info.newstandard-group.com/hubfs/05-Thumb.png)](https://info.newstandard-group.com/blog/1st-freedom-freedom-from-discomfort-0-0-0)   In our effort to continue the pursuit of animal welfare, we decided to enlist Kevin Kurbis about the 5 Freedoms, which has been used as a guideline for many producers around the world. 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