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Pig Industry Articles: Feed and Nutrition
Tryptophan-Enriched Diet Reduces Pig Aggression
Supplementing the diet of young gilts with amino acid, tryptophan, made them less aggressive and easier to manage, according to new research from the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS).
Supplementing the diet of young gilts with amino acid, tryptophan, made them less aggressive and easier to manage, according to new research from the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS).
Gilts: Rearing for Maximum Protein Gain or Back Fat?
It is important to meet the protein requirements of the gilt to prevent a delay in reaching puberty or a reduction in ovulation rate, according this BPEX publication in the series Research into Action.
It is important to meet the protein requirements of the gilt to prevent a delay in reaching puberty or a reduction in ovulation rate, according this BPEX publication in the series Research into Action.
Evaluation of Methods for Controlling and Monitoring Occupational Exposure of Workers in Swine Facilities
While dietary manipulation can reduce ammonia concentrations, only the spraying of canola oil had the potential to reduce respirable dust concentration, according to B. Predicala and L. Moreno in the Prairie Swine Centre Annual Report 2009.
While dietary manipulation can reduce ammonia concentrations, only the spraying of canola oil had the potential to reduce respirable dust concentration, according to B. Predicala and L. Moreno in the Prairie Swine Centre Annual Report 2009.
US Feed Outlook - August 2010
The 2010 corn crop is forecast to be a new record, according to USDA Economic Research Service.
The 2010 corn crop is forecast to be a new record, according to USDA Economic Research Service.
World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates - August 2010
Global wheat supplies for 2010/11 are reduced sharply with world production lowered 15.3 million tons, according to the USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates for August 2010. Pork production in late 2010 and 2011 is reduced on lower...
Global wheat supplies for 2010/11 are reduced sharply with world production lowered 15.3 million tons, according to the USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates for August 2010. Pork production in late 2010 and 2011 is reduced on lower...
How the Global Wheat Shortage May Impact the Pig Industry
Based on current price predictions, the UK pig industry will experience a return to negative returns from November this year, according to a briefing document from BPEX. Other countries are likely to be hit just as hard, either directly from the price...
Based on current price predictions, the UK pig industry will experience a return to negative returns from November this year, according to a briefing document from BPEX. Other countries are likely to be hit just as hard, either directly from the price...
Digestible and Net Energy Content of Toasted and Non-Toasted Canola Meals of Yellow- and Black-Seeded Brassica napus and Brassica junceae in Growing Pigs
The digestible energy and net energy content of the black-seeded canola meal (B. napus) was lower than the yellow-seeded canola meal of (B. napus and B. junceae), according to C.A. Montoya, K. Neufeld, P. Kish and P. Leterme...
The digestible energy and net energy content of the black-seeded canola meal (B. napus) was lower than the yellow-seeded canola meal of (B. napus and B. junceae), according to C.A. Montoya, K. Neufeld, P. Kish and P. Leterme...
US Feed Outlook - July 2010
US feed grain production in 2010 is expected to be down from last month reflecting lower planted acreage as forecast in the June 30 Acreage report, according to the USDA Economic Research Service.
US feed grain production in 2010 is expected to be down from last month reflecting lower planted acreage as forecast in the June 30 Acreage report, according to the USDA Economic Research Service.
United Kingdom Pig Meat Market Update - July 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.
World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates - July 2010
Pork production is forecast higher for 2010 based on increased slaughter and heavier dressed weights; mainly during the second quarter, according to the USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates for July 2010.
Pork production is forecast higher for 2010 based on increased slaughter and heavier dressed weights; mainly during the second quarter, according to the USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates for July 2010.
Milk Production and Nutritional Requirements of Modern Sows
Milk production levels of over 11 kg per day day can be achieved by today's sows in commercial situations, providing that specific needs are met for lysine and energy intake, according to Casey Neill and Noel Williams of PIC North America in a paper presented...
Milk production levels of over 11 kg per day day can be achieved by today's sows in commercial situations, providing that specific needs are met for lysine and energy intake, according to Casey Neill and Noel Williams of PIC North America in a paper presented...
Salmonella Serotypes Analysed at the CODA-CERVA in 2009
Belgium's CODA-CERVA has published the results of the salmonella serotypes analysed in 2009, comparing the evolution of poultry, cattle and pig isolates between 1998 and 2009, as well as the results of antimicrobial resistance testing.
Belgium's CODA-CERVA has published the results of the salmonella serotypes analysed in 2009, comparing the evolution of poultry, cattle and pig isolates between 1998 and 2009, as well as the results of antimicrobial resistance testing.
Flaxseed Meal in Swine Rations: Standardised Ileal Amino Acid Digestibility
Flaxseed meal (FSM) is a good source of dietary protein for hogs, and comparable to that of canola meal in terms of both quantity and quality (Standard Ileal Digestibility values), according to L. Eastwood and P. Leterme in the 2008 Annual Research Report...
Flaxseed meal (FSM) is a good source of dietary protein for hogs, and comparable to that of canola meal in terms of both quantity and quality (Standard Ileal Digestibility values), according to L. Eastwood and P. Leterme in the 2008 Annual Research Report...
Effect of Grinding on the Digestible and Net Energy Content of Field Peas in Growing Pigs
Digestible and net energy content increased as the pea particle size decreased from 1035 to 156µm, according to C.A. Montoya, K. Neufeld, P. Kish and P. Leterme in the 2008 Annual Research Report from Prairie Swine Centre.
Digestible and net energy content increased as the pea particle size decreased from 1035 to 156µm, according to C.A. Montoya, K. Neufeld, P. Kish and P. Leterme in the 2008 Annual Research Report from Prairie Swine Centre.
US Feed Outlook - June 2010
Projected U.S. 2010/11 and 2009/10 corn used for ethanol was raised this month as ethanol production continues to increase , according to the USDA Economic Research Service.
Projected U.S. 2010/11 and 2009/10 corn used for ethanol was raised this month as ethanol production continues to increase , according to the USDA Economic Research Service.
Using Canola Meal in Swine Diets
Advice on the use of canola meal in diets for nursery pigs, growers/finishers and sows from Greg Simpson, swine nutritionist with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) in the latest issue of Pork News & Views.
Advice on the use of canola meal in diets for nursery pigs, growers/finishers and sows from Greg Simpson, swine nutritionist with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) in the latest issue of Pork News & Views.
Nutritional Value of Flaxseed for Swine and its Effects on Carcass Fatty Acid Profile
Flaxseed meal is a novel protein source that can be incorporated into pig diets, according to L. Eastwood and Dr D. Beaulieu in the latest Centred on Swine from the Prairie Swine Research Centre. A high-quality extruded product fed at up to 15...
Flaxseed meal is a novel protein source that can be incorporated into pig diets, according to L. Eastwood and Dr D. Beaulieu in the latest Centred on Swine from the Prairie Swine Research Centre. A high-quality extruded product fed at up to 15...
Field Peas Offer Alternative to Corn and Soybeans in Swine Diets
The positive nutrient and palatability aspects of field peas for pigs are well documented, according to Dr Tom Miller, Iowa State University Extension swine programme specialist, but their use in feeds will depend on cost and availability.
The positive nutrient and palatability aspects of field peas for pigs are well documented, according to Dr Tom Miller, Iowa State University Extension swine programme specialist, but their use in feeds will depend on cost and availability.
Net Energy Content of Canola Meal and Full-Fat Canola Seeds in Swine
No difference was observed in average daily gain and feed conversion ratio when canola meal or full fat canola seeds were included at different levels in the swine diets, according to C.A. Montoya, K. Neufeld, P. Kish and P. Leterme in the 2008 Annual...
No difference was observed in average daily gain and feed conversion ratio when canola meal or full fat canola seeds were included at different levels in the swine diets, according to C.A. Montoya, K. Neufeld, P. Kish and P. Leterme in the 2008 Annual...
Meat Quality Issues Discussed at Kansas Conference
Needle-free jet injection systems may increase the occurrence of injection site abscesses in pork carcasses that will need to be trimmed in pork processing plants, according to one paper presented at Kansas Swine Day 2009, and another revealed that glycerol...
Needle-free jet injection systems may increase the occurrence of injection site abscesses in pork carcasses that will need to be trimmed in pork processing plants, according to one paper presented at Kansas Swine Day 2009, and another revealed that glycerol...
US Feed Outlook - May 2010
The 2010/11 US corn crop is projected to be higher than a year earlier, according to the USDA Economic Research Service.
The 2010/11 US corn crop is projected to be higher than a year earlier, according to the USDA Economic Research Service.
Ractopamine Hydrochloride and the Environmental Sustainability of Pork Production
It is proven that Paylean can reduce the environmental impact of pork production because of the improvement in nitrogen and water utilisation, according to K.A. Ross and oc-authors in the 2008 Annual Research Report from the Prairie Swine Centre. ...
It is proven that Paylean can reduce the environmental impact of pork production because of the improvement in nitrogen and water utilisation, according to K.A. Ross and oc-authors in the 2008 Annual Research Report from the Prairie Swine Centre. ...
Feeding Co-Extruded Flaxseed to Pigs: Effects of Duration and Feeding Level on Growth Performance and Backfat Fatty Acid Composition of Grow-Finish Pigs
Feeding a co-extracted flaxseed:pea mixture can be used to optimise enrichments of n-3 fatty acids in the back fat of pigs, report A.D. Beaulieu, M.E.R. Dugan, M. Juarez and J.F. Patience in the 2008 Annual Research Report from the Prairie Swine Centre....
Feeding a co-extracted flaxseed:pea mixture can be used to optimise enrichments of n-3 fatty acids in the back fat of pigs, report A.D. Beaulieu, M.E.R. Dugan, M. Juarez and J.F. Patience in the 2008 Annual Research Report from the Prairie Swine Centre....
