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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.
Market Impact of EU Regulations on Group Housing of Sows
Updating an earlier report, the British Pig Executive (BPEX) forecasts that, following the partial ban on sow stalls in the EU from January 2013, pig production in the region is likely to fall by between five and 10 per cent and that processors and retailers...
Updating an earlier report, the British Pig Executive (BPEX) forecasts that, following the partial ban on sow stalls in the EU from January 2013, pig production in the region is likely to fall by between five and 10 per cent and that processors and retailers...
Biosecurity in Small-Scale US Livestock Operations
Animal health is closely related to profitability, since healthy animals are more productive and introduction of disease to a naïve herd or flock can have negative economic consequences. This factsheet from the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection...
Animal health is closely related to profitability, since healthy animals are more productive and introduction of disease to a naïve herd or flock can have negative economic consequences. This factsheet from the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection...
Teeth Clipping and Grinding
The correct procedures for teeth clipping and grinding are described in no. 18 of the Work Instruction series from BPEX.
The correct procedures for teeth clipping and grinding are described in no. 18 of the Work Instruction series from BPEX.
Mycoplasma–Associated Arthritis: Critical Points for Diagnosis
Researchers from Iowa State University offer advice on the diagnosis of arthritis caused by Mycoplasma species, a condition that appears to be a growing concern in the US Midwest.
Researchers from Iowa State University offer advice on the diagnosis of arthritis caused by Mycoplasma species, a condition that appears to be a growing concern in the US Midwest.
Tail Docking
The proper procedure for tail docking is described in no. 17 of the Work Instruction series from BPEX.
The proper procedure for tail docking is described in no. 17 of the Work Instruction series from BPEX.
Sow Foot Lameness and Hoof Care
Advice aimed at smaller pig producers from pig veterinarian, Mark White, for the UK National Animal Disease Information Service (NADIS).
Advice aimed at smaller pig producers from pig veterinarian, Mark White, for the UK National Animal Disease Information Service (NADIS).
Osteochondrosis in Pigs Related to Body Weight
Pigs that were diagnosed with minor or severe osteochondrosis (OC) had higher body weights than those that did not have OC although the precise relationship between body weight and OC varied among the joints that were studied, according to new research...
Pigs that were diagnosed with minor or severe osteochondrosis (OC) had higher body weights than those that did not have OC although the precise relationship between body weight and OC varied among the joints that were studied, according to new research...
Loading Facilities for Market Hogs: Saskatchewan’s Top Ten
For swine producers, loading pigs at marketing can be one of the most stressful and time-consuming experiences, according to Harold Gonyou, Jen Brown and T. Stevens in the newsletter from the Prairie Swine Centre.
For swine producers, loading pigs at marketing can be one of the most stressful and time-consuming experiences, according to Harold Gonyou, Jen Brown and T. Stevens in the
Canadian Pig Industry Updates its Codes of Practice
The pig industry in Canada is in the process of updating its codes on health and welfare, Florrian Possberg told the 2012 Banff Pork Seminar.
The pig industry in Canada is in the process of updating its codes on health and welfare, Florrian Possberg told the 2012 Banff Pork Seminar.
Effect of Olfactory Stimulation during Suckling on Agonistic Behaviour in Weaned Pigs
The application of a banana scent to the skin of the mammary glands increased milk consumption by the piglets, according to researchers based in Espinardo, Spain. While the treatment did not affect post-weaning performance was applied to the feed trough,...
The application of a banana scent to the skin of the mammary glands increased milk consumption by the piglets, according to researchers based in Espinardo, Spain. While the treatment did not affect post-weaning performance was applied to the feed trough,...
Manipulable Materials for Pigs: Environment Enrichment Tools
The UK Red Tractor Assurance Scheme standards for manipulable material have been amended and come into force on 1 April 2010.
The UK Red Tractor Assurance Scheme standards for manipulable material have been amended and come into force on 1 April 2010.
Stimulating Gradual and Natural Immunity in the Breeding Herd
John Gadd, in his book, Modern Pig Production Technology, discusses the best way to stimulate gradual and natural immunity in the breeding herd.
John Gadd, in his book, Modern Pig Production Technology, discusses the best way to stimulate gradual and natural immunity in the breeding herd.
Evaluation of Methods of Rapid Mass Killing of Segregated Early Weaned Piglets
Based on animal welfare parameters, controlled blunt force trauma was the most satisfactory method of euthanasia in pigs of this age under field conditions, according to research from Manitoba, Canada.
Based on animal welfare parameters, controlled blunt force trauma was the most satisfactory method of euthanasia in pigs of this age under field conditions, according to research from Manitoba, Canada.
Clinical Efficacy of Aspirin as an Adjunct to Antibacterial Treatment of PRDC
There was a significant decrease in fever in pigs th at received aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid; ASA) and an antibiotic compared to the group that received only antibiotic but there were no synergistic effects of the two treatments on respiratory signs,...
There was a significant decrease in fever in pigs th at received aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid; ASA) and an antibiotic compared to the group that received only antibiotic but there were no synergistic effects of the two treatments on respiratory signs,...
Danish Company Gives Inside Look at European Animal Welfare Management
A leading Danish food company told players from the Canadian pork industry attending the 2012 Banff Pork Seminar that the role of animal welfare is increasing in Europe, rapidly adding costs, increasing competitive disadvantage and in some cases creating...
A leading Danish food company told players from the Canadian pork industry attending the 2012 Banff Pork Seminar that the role of animal welfare is increasing in Europe, rapidly adding costs, increasing competitive disadvantage and in some cases creating...
Welfare–Friendly Husbandry through Genetics: Animal Well-Being
Gene polymorphisms influencing stress reactivity open the way to marker-assisted selection to reduce stress and improve robustness of animals, contributing to animal well-being as well as improved product quality, according to the final scientific report...
Gene polymorphisms influencing stress reactivity open the way to marker-assisted selection to reduce stress and improve robustness of animals, contributing to animal well-being as well as improved product quality, according to the final scientific report...
Mixing Pigs Without Tears
Pigs may have to be mixed so as to facilitate pig flow, reduce stocking density or make maximum economic use of pig space, according to John Gadd in his latest book, Modern Pig Production Technology. He offers advice on mixing growing pigs and...
Pigs may have to be mixed so as to facilitate pig flow, reduce stocking density or make maximum economic use of pig space, according to John Gadd in his latest book, Modern Pig Production Technology. He offers advice on mixing growing pigs and...
Quantifying and Understanding Tail Biting in Pigs
Complying with EU legislation on tail docking is made difficult because of the intractability of tail biting in pigs, according to Laura Boyle of Teagasc.
Complying with EU legislation on tail docking is made difficult because of the intractability of tail biting in pigs, according to Laura Boyle of Teagasc.
A Comprehensive Approach to Animal Welfare Science
The different approaches to farm animal welfare are explained by Drs Harold Gonyou and Jen Brown in the latest newsletter from the Prairie Swine Centre in Canada.
The different approaches to farm animal welfare are explained by Drs Harold Gonyou and Jen Brown in the latest newsletter from the Prairie Swine Centre in Canada.
Building Trust through Quality Assurance
Building success in the market, both domestically and internationally, is based on building trust in the quality and safety of products and now more importantly trust in the ethical correctness of production, writes ThePigSite editor in chief, Chris ...
Building success in the market, both domestically and internationally, is based on building trust in the quality and safety of products and now more importantly trust in the ethical correctness of production, writes ThePigSite editor in chief, Chris ...
Evaluation of Temperature Conditions in Trucks during Transport of Market Pigs to Slaughter
Pigs are exposed to variable temperatures during transport, according to a report by Drs Harold Gonyou and Jen Brown and others at the Prairie Swine Centre (PSC) in Canada, following studies over four seasons.
Pigs are exposed to variable temperatures during transport, according to a report by Drs Harold Gonyou and Jen Brown and others at the Prairie Swine Centre (PSC) in Canada, following studies over four seasons.
African Swine Fever: an Increasing Threat for Europe
African Swine Fever (ASF) is a highly contagious disease, which has no vaccine and often leads to 100 per cent mortality. With Russia unable to control its rapidly spreading ASF outbreak, the threat of this devastating disease in Europe is growing.
African Swine Fever (ASF) is a highly contagious disease, which has no vaccine and often leads to 100 per cent mortality. With Russia unable to control its rapidly spreading ASF outbreak, the threat of this devastating disease in Europe is growing.
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