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US Feed Outlook - March 2010
Global coarse grain production is up less than the increase in corn because of a reduction in barley production and small declines for mixed grain and rye in the EU, according to this month's Feed Outlook Report from USDA Economic Research Service...
Global coarse grain production is up less than the increase in corn because of a reduction in barley production and small declines for mixed grain and rye in the EU, according to this month's Feed Outlook Report from USDA Economic Research Service...
Septic Laminitis (Bush Foot)
Bush foot is a welfare issue, explains pig veterinarian, Mark White, in the latest Health Bulletin from NADIS. The condition, most often seen in sows, is caused when the foot above the hoof becomes infected and an abscess forms.
Bush foot is a welfare issue, explains pig veterinarian, Mark White, in the latest Health Bulletin from NADIS. The condition, most often seen in sows, is caused when the foot above the hoof becomes infected and an abscess forms.
Benefits of Extra Late Gestation Feed Only Found for Gilts
At Kansas Swine Day 2009, N.W. Shelton reported no effects of giving extra feed to sows in late pregnancy in terms of subsequent litter size although the same treatment for gilts resulted in some beneficial effects on reproductive performance in the second...
At Kansas Swine Day 2009, N.W. Shelton reported no effects of giving extra feed to sows in late pregnancy in terms of subsequent litter size although the same treatment for gilts resulted in some beneficial effects on reproductive performance in the second...
Examining Costs of Production
Software modelling tool, AusPig, was used to model the effects of live weight and carcass weight on Cost of Production (COP), using the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and costs recently released for 2008/09 from the Pork CRC’s Benchmarking Project...
Software modelling tool, AusPig, was used to model the effects of live weight and carcass weight on Cost of Production (COP), using the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and costs recently released for 2008/09 from the Pork CRC’s Benchmarking Project...
World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates - March 2010
The forecast from US pork production has been lowered, according to the USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates for March 2010.
The forecast from US pork production has been lowered, according to the USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates for March 2010.
What Does 'Local' Mean for Pork?
In surveys, consumers seem to be confused over the definition of 'local' but Professor Goddard said at the 2010 Banff Pork Seminar that whatever the definition, there is growing demand for local produce, including pig meat.
In surveys, consumers seem to be confused over the definition of 'local' but Professor Goddard said at the 2010 Banff Pork Seminar that whatever the definition, there is growing demand for local produce, including pig meat.
BPEX Export Bulletin - February 2010
The British Pig Executive's (BPEX) Export Bulletin for February 2010 reports pig industry trends from around the world.
The British Pig Executive's (BPEX) Export Bulletin for February 2010 reports pig industry trends from around the world.
EU-27 - Livestock and Products Semi-Annual 2010
According to the latest GAIN Report from USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), Classical Swine Fever (CSF) has retreated to most Eastern Member States and is largely under control in wild boar populations.
According to the latest GAIN Report from USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), Classical Swine Fever (CSF) has retreated to most Eastern Member States and is largely under control in wild boar populations.
North American Herd is Cut Back Again (March 2010)
By Chris Harris, Senior Editor, ThePigSite. Our snapshot of the ongoing global pig industry trends as reported in March 2010 Whole Hog Brief. To read the full detailed analysis including all the commentary and graphical data, subscribe to the publica...
By Chris Harris, Senior Editor, ThePigSite. Our snapshot of the ongoing global pig industry trends as reported in March 2010 Whole Hog Brief. To read the full detailed analysis including all the commentary and graphical data, subscribe to the publica...
Pig Meat Outlook in Australia to 2014-15
Pig production is expected to increase from the present 329,000 tonnes to 338,000 tonnes by 2014-15, according to James Fell in Australian Commodities report for March 2010 from ABARE.
Pig production is expected to increase from the present 329,000 tonnes to 338,000 tonnes by 2014-15, according to James Fell in Australian Commodities report for March 2010 from ABARE.
Summary of the Farrow to Finish Swine Enterprise Budgets - 2004 to 2009
Doug Richards, swine grower finisher specialist at Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) indicates the latest trends in income and costs for the province's pig industry.
Doug Richards, swine grower finisher specialist at Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) indicates the latest trends in income and costs for the province's pig industry.
Corn, Oil and the Future of the Livestock Sector
Kevin Grier and Steve Meyer predicted a crisis in the North American livestock sector at the 2010 Banff Pork Seminar.
Kevin Grier and Steve Meyer predicted a crisis in the North American livestock sector at the 2010 Banff Pork Seminar.
Swine Influenza
The clinical signs and methods of control of swine flu in pigs are described by pig veterinarian, Mark White, in this Health Bulletin from NADIS.
The clinical signs and methods of control of swine flu in pigs are described by pig veterinarian, Mark White, in this Health Bulletin from NADIS.
A Natural Alternative to Antibiotics in Animal Feed
Binding molecules from seaweed extracts within the molecular layers of natural clays makes the clay ten times more efficient at adsorbing the harmful fungal toxins which are commonly found in animal feed. The resulting new hybrid product has a huge potential...
Binding molecules from seaweed extracts within the molecular layers of natural clays makes the clay ten times more efficient at adsorbing the harmful fungal toxins which are commonly found in animal feed. The resulting new hybrid product has a huge potential...
Lysine Requirements Studied in Pigs 20 to 100kg
Studies reveal that lysine requirements of pigs depend on weight and gender, according to this report from the latest Australian Pork CRC Specials newsletter.
Studies reveal that lysine requirements of pigs depend on weight and gender, according to this report from the latest Australian Pork CRC Specials newsletter.
Feeding Flood-Damaged or Sprouted Crops to Livestock
A guide to feeding damaged and/or sprouted maize, sorghum, soybeans and cottonseed to cattle and pigs from Mississippi State University. The article advises caution and a full analysis.
A guide to feeding damaged and/or sprouted maize, sorghum, soybeans and cottonseed to cattle and pigs from Mississippi State University. The article advises caution and a full analysis.
No Effect of PRRS Vaccination Found in Finisher Performance
Sirrah-Bios PRRSV-RS vaccine administered at four days of age did not affect performance or mortality in a commercial finisher herd, reported M.L. Potter at the Kansas Swine Day 2009.
Sirrah-Bios PRRSV-RS vaccine administered at four days of age did not affect performance or mortality in a commercial finisher herd, reported M.L. Potter at the Kansas Swine Day 2009.
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.
Banff Pork Seminar 2010
A series of reports from the Banff Pork Seminar 2010.
A series of reports from the Banff Pork Seminar 2010.
USDA Livestock and Products Annual and Semi-Annual Reports 2010
This provides links to the latest pig industry data from the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service GAIN Annual Reports for 2010. Within each article listed is a link to the full report, which includes all the tabular data that we have omitted from our articles....
This provides links to the latest pig industry data from the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service GAIN Annual Reports for 2010. Within each article listed is a link to the full report, which includes all the tabular data that we have omitted from our articles....
Antimicrobials Boost Nursery Pig Performance, Returns
For the overall trial, adding antibiotics to the diet during any phase improved performance and economic returns, according to M.U. Steidinger and colleagues, presenting their paper at the Kansas Swine Day 2009.
For the overall trial, adding antibiotics to the diet during any phase improved performance and economic returns, according to M.U. Steidinger and colleagues, presenting their paper at the Kansas Swine Day 2009.
Future of the CAP Beyond 2013
With talks on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in full swing, Charlotte Johnston, ThePigSite junior editor, spoke to Tom Hind, Head of Economics and International Affairs for the National Farmers' Union (NFU) to find out what CAP holds...
With talks on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in full swing, Charlotte Johnston, ThePigSite junior editor, spoke to Tom Hind, Head of Economics and International Affairs for the National Farmers' Union (NFU) to find out what CAP holds...
US Pork Outlook - February 2010
Pork production in 2010 is expected to be 2.1 per cent below last year but prices could be up to 16 per cent higher, according to the USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) February 2010 Livestock, Dairy and Poultry Outlook.
Pork production in 2010 is expected to be 2.1 per cent below last year but prices could be up to 16 per cent higher, according to the USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) February 2010 Livestock, Dairy and Poultry Outlook.
