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UK/EU Pig Statistics - January 2009
This article provides a summary of the latest statistics relating to pigs in the UK and Europe by ThePigSite editor, Jackie Linden.
This article provides a summary of the latest statistics relating to pigs in the UK and Europe by ThePigSite editor, Jackie Linden.
UK/EU Pig Populations - January 2010
Figures are now available for the May/June 2009 census of pig numbers in those EU countries that conduct a count at that time, and they are tabulated by Jackie Linden, editor of ThePigSite. There were 130.7 million pigs registered in the top 10 pig-producing...
Figures are now available for the May/June 2009 census of pig numbers in those EU countries that conduct a count at that time, and they are tabulated by Jackie Linden, editor of ThePigSite. There were 130.7 million pigs registered in the top 10 pig-producing...
United Kingdom Pig Meat Market Update - February 2010
James Park, senior economic analyst with AHDB Meat Services Economic and Policy Analysis Group, explains the latest trends in pig production in the UK and European Union.
James Park, senior economic analyst with AHDB Meat Services Economic and Policy Analysis Group, explains the latest trends in pig production in the UK and European Union.
Enzootic Pneumonia
The symptoms, treatment, prevention and control of enzootic pneumonia are described by pig veterinarian, Mark White, in the latest Health Bulletin from NADIS.
The symptoms, treatment, prevention and control of enzootic pneumonia are described by pig veterinarian, Mark White, in the latest Health Bulletin from NADIS.
Kansas Swine Day 2009
Kansas Swine Day and Technology Trade Show was held at Kansas State University's (KSU) Alumni Center on 19 November 2009. A list of presentation titles is given, together with a link to the proceedings.
Kansas Swine Day and Technology Trade Show was held at Kansas State University's (KSU) Alumni Center on 19 November 2009. A list of presentation titles is given, together with a link to the proceedings.
United Kingdom Pig Meat Market Update - January 2010
Tony Fowler, senior economic analyst with AHDB Meat Services Economic and Policy Analysis Group, explains the latest trends in pig production in the UK and European Union.
Tony Fowler, senior economic analyst with AHDB Meat Services Economic and Policy Analysis Group, explains the latest trends in pig production in the UK and European Union.
Twisted Guts and Stomach
Rotation of the intestine in the abdomen is one of the most common causes of sudden death in growing pigs, according to pig veterinarian, Mark White, in the latest Health Bulletin from NADIS.
Rotation of the intestine in the abdomen is one of the most common causes of sudden death in growing pigs, according to pig veterinarian, Mark White, in the latest Health Bulletin from NADIS.
Dutch Agriculture Sector 2009
Average profitability of the breeding herd improved in 2009 compared to the previous year, while the growing-finishing sector struggled with higher weaner prices and low pork prices, according to a new report from Wageningen University in the Netherlands....
Average profitability of the breeding herd improved in 2009 compared to the previous year, while the growing-finishing sector struggled with higher weaner prices and low pork prices, according to a new report from Wageningen University in the Netherlands....
US Pork Outlook Report - January 2010
Pork production in 2010 will be lower than 2009 but the reduction will probably be smaller than those previously forecast, according to the USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) January 2010 Livestock, Dairy and Poultry Outlook. nd Poultry Ou...
Pork production in 2010 will be lower than 2009 but the reduction will probably be smaller than those previously forecast, according to the USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) January 2010 Livestock, Dairy and Poultry Outlook. nd Poultry Ou...
Boost for Biological Lysine Synthesis Project
A researcher with Norwegian organisation, SINTEF, has been awarded 11 million kroner (NOK) for a three-year international project that aims to develop an improved production process for lysine.
A researcher with Norwegian organisation, SINTEF, has been awarded 11 million kroner (NOK) for a three-year international project that aims to develop an improved production process for lysine.
FAO's Mixed Outlook for Pig Meat (January 2010)
By Chris Harris, Senior Editor, ThePigSite. Our snapshot of the ongoing global pig industry trends as reported in January 2010 Whole Hog Brief. To read the full detailed analysis including all the commentary and graphical data, subscribe to the publi...
By Chris Harris, Senior Editor, ThePigSite. Our snapshot of the ongoing global pig industry trends as reported in January 2010 Whole Hog Brief. To read the full detailed analysis including all the commentary and graphical data, subscribe to the publi...
Japan - Livestock and Products Annual 2009
In 2010, total pork imports are expected to dip marginally from 1.210 to 1.209 million metric tons, according to the latest GAIN report from the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service.
In 2010, total pork imports are expected to dip marginally from 1.210 to 1.209 million metric tons, according to the latest GAIN report from the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service.
Canada - Livestock and Products Annual 2009
Canadian pig herds face continued pressure, according to the latest GAIN report from the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service.
Canadian pig herds face continued pressure, according to the latest GAIN report from the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service.
Pig Numbers, Pork Output Fall in Australia in 2008
The latest ABARE statistics show a decline in the Australian pig industry. The report has been summarised by Jackie Linden for ThePigSite.
The latest ABARE statistics show a decline in the Australian pig industry. The report has been summarised by Jackie Linden for ThePigSite.
US Feed Outlook - January 2010
Domestic changes this month are based in part on USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service's Crop Production 2009 Summary and January Grain Stocks reports, according to this month's Feed Outlook Report from USDA Economic Research Service....
Domestic changes this month are based in part on USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service's Crop Production 2009 Summary and January Grain Stocks reports, according to this month's Feed Outlook Report from USDA Economic Research Service....
World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates - January 2010
According to the latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates from the USDA's World Agricultural Outlook Board (WOAB), both pork production and import estimates have been raised.
According to the latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates from the USDA's World Agricultural Outlook Board (WOAB), both pork production and import estimates have been raised.
People's Republic of China - Livestock and Products Annual 2009
China's pork production will continue rising in 2010 to more than 50 million metric tons (MMT), according to Michael Woolsey and Jianping Zhang in the latest GAIN report from USDA Foreign Agricultural Service.
China's pork production will continue rising in 2010 to more than 50 million metric tons (MMT), according to Michael Woolsey and Jianping Zhang in the latest GAIN report from USDA Foreign Agricultural Service.
Brazil - Livestock and Products - Annual 2009
Pork production is forecast to continue to improve in 2010 after a good performance this year, according to Joao F. Silva in the latest GAIN report from USDA Foreign Agricultural Service.
Pork production is forecast to continue to improve in 2010 after a good performance this year, according to Joao F. Silva in the latest GAIN report from USDA Foreign Agricultural Service.
Key to Low Carbon Emission Pig Meat Production
A healthy diet and reduced consumption would reduce carbon emissions, writes ThePigSite senior editor, Chris Harris.
A healthy diet and reduced consumption would reduce carbon emissions, writes ThePigSite senior editor, Chris Harris.
Low Test Weight Corn For Swine
Dr Lee J. Johnston, animal scientist at West Central Research and Outreach Center from University of Minnesota, writes about how to achieve as good results with feeding a higher protein, lower energy grain as corn of normal test weight.
Dr Lee J. Johnston, animal scientist at West Central Research and Outreach Center from University of Minnesota, writes about how to achieve as good results with feeding a higher protein, lower energy grain as corn of normal test weight.
On-Farm Care of the Show Pig
Tips on the purchase, husbandry and preparation of pigs for the show ring by Dr Mark Crenshaw, extension swine specialist with Mississippi State University.
Tips on the purchase, husbandry and preparation of pigs for the show ring by Dr Mark Crenshaw, extension swine specialist with Mississippi State University.
Australia - Livestock and Products Annual 2009
The prospects for the Australian pig industry are better for 2010 than in recent years, according to Mike Darby, Agricultural Specialist, in the latest GAIN report from the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service.
The prospects for the Australian pig industry are better for 2010 than in recent years, according to Mike Darby, Agricultural Specialist, in the latest GAIN report from the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service.
Hog Inventories Decline But at Slower-Than-Expected Pace
US - John D. Lawrence, Extension Livestock Economist at Iowa State University comments on the latest USDA Quarterly Hogs and Pigs report.
US - John D. Lawrence, Extension Livestock Economist at Iowa State University comments on the latest USDA Quarterly Hogs and Pigs report.
