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High Frequency of Multiresistant Coagulase-Positive Staphylococcus aureus Found in Slaughter Pigs in Uruguay
Although no methicillin-resistant S. aureus were detected, all the coagulase-positive S. aureus found in slaughter pigs in Uruguay were resistant to three or more classes of antimicrobials, say researchers based in Germany and Finland,...
Although no methicillin-resistant S. aureus were detected, all the coagulase-positive S. aureus found in slaughter pigs in Uruguay were resistant to three or more classes of antimicrobials, say researchers based in Germany and Finland,...
Record Global Pork Production Volume Forecast
Global pork production is forecast two per cent higher to a record 103.4 million tons in 2012, with most of the growth likely in China and South Korea as they recover from major disease challenges this year, according to the USDA Foreign Agricultural...
Global pork production is forecast two per cent higher to a record 103.4 million tons in 2012, with most of the growth likely in China and South Korea as they recover from major disease challenges this year, according to the USDA Foreign Agricultural...
Pork CRC Research Highlights Ways to Reduce Production Costs
One of the major outcomes for Australia's Pork CRC for an internationally competitive pork industry was reduced production costs for high quality pork through more reliable and consistent protein and energy supplies via innovative grain production, co-product...
One of the major outcomes for Australia's Pork CRC for an internationally competitive pork industry was reduced production costs for high quality pork through more reliable and consistent protein and energy supplies via innovative grain production, co-product...
Importance of Post-Weaning Feeding to Reach Market Weight in an Adequate Time–Frame
Post-weaning feeding is critical for pigs to reach market weight quickly, according to Biomin as the company launched Biotronic Top3.
Post-weaning feeding is critical for pigs to reach market weight quickly, according to Biomin as the company launched Biotronic Top3.
Demand Holding up in a Volatile Market
Against a back cloth of a volatile market, meat demand appears to be holding up although cheaper meat cuts have retained their popularity, writes ThePigSite Editor in Chief, Chris Harris.
Against a back cloth of a volatile market, meat demand appears to be holding up although cheaper meat cuts have retained their popularity, writes ThePigSite Editor in Chief, Chris Harris.
BPEX Export Bulletin - October 2011: Week 41
The British Pig Executive's (BPEX) Export Bulletin for the second week of October 2011 reports pig industry trends from around the world.
The British Pig Executive's (BPEX) Export Bulletin for the second week of October 2011 reports pig industry trends from around the world.
United Kingdom Pig Meat Market Update – October 2011
By the week ended 24 September, the DAPP had fallen to 144.80p per kg dw, over three pence down on the price four weeks earlier, according to James Park, senior economic analyst with AHDB Meat Services Economic and Policy Analysis Group in his latest...
By the week ended 24 September, the DAPP had fallen to 144.80p per kg dw, over three pence down on the price four weeks earlier, according to James Park, senior economic analyst with AHDB Meat Services Economic and Policy Analysis Group in his latest...
Feed Outlook – October 2011
World coarse grain production in 2011/12 is projected to reach 1,136.3 million tons, up 5.1 million this month as increases in other countries swamp the decline in the US, according to the latest report from the USDA Economic Research Service.
World coarse grain production in 2011/12 is projected to reach 1,136.3 million tons, up 5.1 million this month as increases in other countries swamp the decline in the US, according to the latest report from the USDA Economic Research Service.
US Pork Outlook – October 2011
Pork production in 2011 is expected to be 22.6 billion pounds, 0.9 per cent more than last year, while 2012 commercial pork output is now forecast to be 23.1 billion pounds, according to Rachel J. Johnson of the USDA ERS in the latest Livestock, Dairy,...
Pork production in 2011 is expected to be 22.6 billion pounds, 0.9 per cent more than last year, while 2012 commercial pork output is now forecast to be 23.1 billion pounds, according to Rachel J. Johnson of the USDA ERS in the latest Livestock, Dairy,...
Bleak Picture for Russian African Swine Fever Situation
Major concerns have been raised over the potential for African Swine Fever that was first discovered in Georgia and has now spread to Russia to spread to other countries in Europe, writes ThePigSite Editor in Chief, Chris Harris.
Major concerns have been raised over the potential for African Swine Fever that was first discovered in Georgia and has now spread to Russia to spread to other countries in Europe, writes ThePigSite Editor in Chief, Chris Harris.
CAP Proposals: Changes to Direct Payments
Commissioner Dacian Ciolos set out European Commission proposals for the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) last week. ThePigSite looks at what changes are been proposed to farmers' direct payments.
Commissioner Dacian Ciolos set out European Commission proposals for the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) last week. ThePigSite looks at what changes are been proposed to farmers' direct payments.
Airtight Storage of Grain Increases Nutrient Digestibility
Scientists from Aarhus University have shown that phosphorus and protein in airtight stored grain have a higher digestibility in finisher pigs compared to grain stored under traditional conditions. This is good news for the environment and the pig.
Scientists from Aarhus University have shown that phosphorus and protein in airtight stored grain have a higher digestibility in finisher pigs compared to grain stored under traditional conditions. This is good news for the environment and the pig.
Split Suckle to Survive
Split-suckling has reduced piglet mortality for one farm, according to Farm Case Study No. 28 from BPEX.
Split-suckling has reduced piglet mortality for one farm, according to Farm Case Study No. 28 from BPEX.
Direct Feeding of Microencapsulated Bacteriophages to Reduce Salmonella Colonisation in Pigs
Direct feeding of microencapsulated phages is a practical and effective means of reducing Salmonella colonisation and shedding in pigs, according to new research from Purdue University.
Direct feeding of microencapsulated phages is a practical and effective means of reducing Salmonella colonisation and shedding in pigs, according to new research from Purdue University.
Sialic Acid-Binding Activity of S-Protein Facilitates Infection by Porcine TGE Coronavirus
Sialic acid-binding activity facilitates the infection by transmissible gastroenteritis coronavirus (TGEV) under unfavourable environmental conditions, and this activity varies between vrus strains, according to researchers based in Hanover, Germany.
Sialic acid-binding activity facilitates the infection by transmissible gastroenteritis coronavirus (TGEV) under unfavourable environmental conditions, and this activity varies between vrus strains, according to researchers based in Hanover, Germany.
World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates – October 2011
The forecast of total red meat and poultry production is raised, reflecting higher beef, pork and turkey production but lower broiler production, according to the latest USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates.
The forecast of total red meat and poultry production is raised, reflecting higher beef, pork and turkey production but lower broiler production, according to the latest USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates.
France Reflects on Cost of Cheap Food at Any Price
“The real victims of the latest [agricultural] crises are those who have invested the most,” French farm minister. Bruno Le Maire. told delegates at a day-long conference in Paris to discuss the way agricultural commodity prices develop into retail...
“The real victims of the latest [agricultural] crises are those who have invested the most,” French farm minister. Bruno Le Maire. told delegates at a day-long conference in Paris to discuss the way agricultural commodity prices develop into retail...
Blueprint for Top Gilt Performance
Focusing on indoor gilt management has brought benefits on one farm, reported by BPEX as Farm Case Study No. 27.
Focusing on indoor gilt management has brought benefits on one farm, reported by BPEX as Farm Case Study No. 27.
Danish Pig Research Centre: Annual Report 2010: Development of Environmental Technologies
The 2010 annual report from the Danish Pig Research Centre outlines the development of environmental technologies at Grønhøj.
The 2010 annual report from the Danish Pig Research Centre outlines the development of environmental technologies at Grønhøj.
Pseudorabies Virus in Wild Swine: a Global Perspective
A global perspective on pseudorabies virus infections in wild swine from a group of researchers based in Germany.
A global perspective on pseudorabies virus infections in wild swine from a group of researchers based in Germany.
Overview on ELISA Techniques for FMD
A new method based on virus-like particles in combination with a high-throughput antibody technique may be the powerful ELISA diagnostic reagents in future, according to researchers in Lanzhou, China.
A new method based on virus-like particles in combination with a high-throughput antibody technique may be the powerful ELISA diagnostic reagents in future, according to researchers in Lanzhou, China.
Sialic Acid Receptors and Influenza A Virus of Avian and Swine Origin in Experimentally Infected Pigs
New Danish research challenges the theory that the pig acts as a mixing vessel for human and avian influenza viruses.
New Danish research challenges the theory that the pig acts as a mixing vessel for human and avian influenza viruses.
Russian Federation - Livestock and Products Annual - 2011
Government measures and improved feed supplies have positively reversed pork production expectations. However, production gains are not likely to replace 30 percent lower TRQ quantities in 2012, according to the latest GAIN Report from the USDA Foreign...
Government measures and improved feed supplies have positively reversed pork production expectations. However, production gains are not likely to replace 30 percent lower TRQ quantities in 2012, according to the latest GAIN Report from the USDA Foreign...
