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EU Pig Meat Production – 2011
Total pig meat output for the 27 countries of the European Union was more than 22.3 million tonnes in 2011, 1.6 per cent or almost 343,000 tonnes more than the previous year, writes senior editor, Jackie Linden.
Total pig meat output for the 27 countries of the European Union was more than 22.3 million tonnes in 2011, 1.6 per cent or almost 343,000 tonnes more than the previous year, writes senior editor, Jackie Linden.
Facts about Antimicrobials
Antimicrobials have made a major contribution to improving the health and welfare of pigs for several decades. They are vital for the treatment and control of bacterial infections in pigs. Antibiotics are antimicrobial products, which have, in the past,...
Antimicrobials have made a major contribution to improving the health and welfare of pigs for several decades. They are vital for the treatment and control of bacterial infections in pigs. Antibiotics are antimicrobial products, which have, in the past,...
Evaluation of the Long–Term Effect of Air Filtration on the Occurrence of New PRRSV Infections
Air filtration had a long–term effect in reducing the occurrence of new porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV) infections in large breeding herds in regions densely populated with pigs, according to new research from Minnesota,...
Air filtration had a long–term effect in reducing the occurrence of new porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV) infections in large breeding herds in regions densely populated with pigs, according to new research from Minnesota,...
Non–Tuberculous Mycobacteria Isolated from Slaughter Pigs in Uganda
There was a high prevalence of non–tuberculous mycobacteria infections among slaughter pigs in Mubende district in central Uganda. The most prevalent was M. avium, and outdoor systems and valley dam water were factors associated with higher...
There was a high prevalence of non–tuberculous mycobacteria infections among slaughter pigs in Mubende district in central Uganda. The most prevalent was M. avium, and outdoor systems and valley dam water were factors associated with higher...
Reduction of Transport–Induced Stress on Finishing Pigs by Increasing Lairage Time
A longer lairage time allowed the pigs transported a short distance to recover from transport stress, according to new research from Spain.
A longer lairage time allowed the pigs transported a short distance to recover from transport stress, according to new research from Spain.
Farrowing Process for Smaller Pig Producers
Helpful advice on farrowing for small herd managers from pig veterinarian, Mark White of NADIS.
Helpful advice on farrowing for small herd managers from pig veterinarian, Mark White of NADIS.
PK/PD Relationships of Denagard in Drinking Water for the Treatment of Ileitis
Pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) relationships of DenagardTM (tiamulin) in drinking water for the treatment of ileitis by David Burch (Octagon Services Ltd, UK) and Ulrich Klein (Novartis Animal Health Inc.) and presented...
Pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) relationships of DenagardTM (tiamulin) in drinking water for the treatment of ileitis by David Burch (Octagon Services Ltd, UK) and Ulrich Klein (Novartis Animal Health Inc.) and presented...
Status of Animal Nutrition Research and Development in Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Azerbaijan
R&D status in research and development organisations and in the feed industries in each country as well as suggested animal nutrition approaches for livestock development are outlined by Harinder P.S. Makkar in a working paper in Animal Production and...
R&D status in research and development organisations and in the feed industries in each country as well as suggested animal nutrition approaches for livestock development are outlined by Harinder P.S. Makkar in a working paper in Animal Production and...
EU Pig Population – 2011
The latest estimate for the EU pig population sees the region's total number of pigs for 2011 at almost 148.6 million, 1.5 per cent below the figure for the previous year, writes Jackie Linden, senior editor of ThePigSite.
The latest estimate for the EU pig population sees the region's total number of pigs for 2011 at almost 148.6 million, 1.5 per cent below the figure for the previous year, writes Jackie Linden, senior editor of ThePigSite.
Semen Storage and Handling
Semen is damaged by rough handling, temperature shock and exposure to light, it is, therefore, important that you take care when storing and handling AI doses on your unit, according to BPEX Action for Productivity No. 30.
Semen is damaged by rough handling, temperature shock and exposure to light, it is, therefore, important that you take care when storing and handling AI doses on your unit, according to BPEX Action for Productivity No. 30.
Alternatives to Antibiotics in Animal Health
The history of antibiotic use in animal production and alternative strategies that work are reviewed by Sandra Avant of the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) in the latest issue of Agricultural Research.
The history of antibiotic use in animal production and alternative strategies that work are reviewed by Sandra Avant of the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) in the latest issue of Agricultural Research.
Food Outlook – Meat and Meat Products
Global meat markets in 2012 are expected to see a recovery of supplies in traditionally importing countries and strong competition for markets, according to the latest Food Outlook report from FAO. Near record prices are constraining consumption...
Global meat markets in 2012 are expected to see a recovery of supplies in traditionally importing countries and strong competition for markets, according to the latest Food Outlook report from FAO. Near record prices are constraining consumption...
Emerging Patterns in the North American Pig Market
There is a widespread trend towards increasing numbers of pigs produced per sow. Ed Barrie, Sow Weaner Pig Specialist explains why and what impacts this may have on the North American pork market in the latest Pork News & Views newsletter from...
There is a widespread trend towards increasing numbers of pigs produced per sow. Ed Barrie, Sow Weaner Pig Specialist explains why and what impacts this may have on the North American pork market in the latest Pork News & Views newsletter from...
Process Mapping the Prevalence of Salmonella Contamination on Pork Carcass from Slaughter to Chilling
Current processing procedures generally lead to a lowering in the prevalence of Salmonella as the carcasses move towards the cooler, according to researchers in the US who reviewed 44 studies evaluating pork carcass contamination levels at various stages...
Current processing procedures generally lead to a lowering in the prevalence of Salmonella as the carcasses move towards the cooler, according to researchers in the US who reviewed 44 studies evaluating pork carcass contamination levels at various stages...
Quinolone Resistance Genes and Antibiotic Residues in Wastewater and Soil
Research from Beijing indicates that wastewater from pig farms may be a source of genes that could facilitate the spread of antibiotic resistance after examining wastewater from the farms and soil nearby.
Research from Beijing indicates that wastewater from pig farms may be a source of genes that could facilitate the spread of antibiotic resistance after examining wastewater from the farms and soil nearby.
Proceedings of the 2012 London Swine Conference
The 2012 London Swine Conference was held in London, Ontario, Canada on 28 and 29 March, with the theme ‘A Time for Change’.
The 2012 London Swine Conference was held in London, Ontario, Canada on 28 and 29 March, with the theme ‘A Time for Change’.
Living in a World of Decreasing Resources & Increasing Regulation: How to Advance Animal Agriculture
A White Paper based on information from the 2012 Annual Conference of the National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) on 26 to 29 March 2012.
A White Paper based on information from the 2012 Annual Conference of the National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) on 26 to 29 March 2012.
Things You Need to Know about Manure Gas
Educate yourself and your employees on the different manure gases and their properties to avoid a tragedy, extols Robert Chambers, Engineer Swine and Sheep Housing and Equipment in the latest Pork News & Views newsletter from the Ontario Ministry...
Educate yourself and your employees on the different manure gases and their properties to avoid a tragedy, extols Robert Chambers, Engineer Swine and Sheep Housing and Equipment in the latest Pork News & Views newsletter from the Ontario Ministry...
Effective Heat Detection
Accurate heat detection is essential for the correct timing of insemination, however, heat is often missed or misdiagnosed because the signs are overlooked, according to BPEX Action for Productivity No. 29.
Accurate heat detection is essential for the correct timing of insemination, however, heat is often missed or misdiagnosed because the signs are overlooked, according to BPEX Action for Productivity No. 29.
Genetic Variation of an Odourant Receptor and Sensory Perception of Cooked Meat Containing Androstenone
Researchers in Norway have found that people with a particular variant of the OR7D4 odour receptor are sensitive to meat containing androstenone. It is this steroid that is largely responsible for boar taint, which is associated with negative reaction...
Researchers in Norway have found that people with a particular variant of the OR7D4 odour receptor are sensitive to meat containing androstenone. It is this steroid that is largely responsible for boar taint, which is associated with negative reaction...
Comparison of Computed Tomographic and Radiographic Findings during Experimental Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae Challenge
High–quality computed tomographic (CT) examination was superior to radiography in the assessment of lung lesions after Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae (App) challenge, according to researchers in Germany. A new CT scoring system allowed quantification...
High–quality computed tomographic (CT) examination was superior to radiography in the assessment of lung lesions after Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae (App) challenge, according to researchers in Germany. A new CT scoring system allowed quantification...
Effect of Progenos Supplementation on Embryonic and Placental Development
University of Alberta researchers report beneficial effects of Progenos (l–arginine) supplementation during pregnancy on early embryonic development and placental vascularisation while also investigation gene expression associated with these characteristics...
University of Alberta researchers report beneficial effects of Progenos (l–arginine) supplementation during pregnancy on early embryonic development and placental vascularisation while also investigation gene expression associated with these characteristics...
How about Some Gelatin in Boar Semen?
A review of studies evaluating the inclusion of gelatin in extenders for fresh semen by Ronald O. Bates, State Swine Specialist at Michigan State University in the latest issue of the University’s Pork Quarterly.
A review of studies evaluating the inclusion of gelatin in extenders for fresh semen by Ronald O. Bates, State Swine Specialist at Michigan State University in the latest issue of the University’s Pork Quarterly.
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