EuroTier 2021: Aspects for efficient feeding and alternative protein sources for Chinese pig industry 11 Feb 2021 As part of the focus on China at the virtual EuroTier 2021 conference, experts discussed the feeding requirements for pigs and alternative sources of protein that could be used to reduce costs.
Global trends in the pig industry: biosecurity, labor, efficiency 8 Feb 2021 Sponsored With ASF in Asia and Eastern Europe, the pig industry has seen a rapid increase in the globalization of biosecurity.
Strategies towards the eradication of PRRS 1 Feb 2021 Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) has adversely impacted the global pig industry for decades. Recent studies review some interesting strategies that are vital towards the eradication of PRRS.
Raising pigs without antibiotics offers niche market but with limitations 26 Jan 2021 Markets for pork produced without antibiotics continue to grow. But this method of production is not for every farm, cautions Michael Pierdon, VMD, veterinarian with Four Star Veterinary Service, Elizabethtown, Pennsylva…
Insect protein expected to crawl ahead in 2020s 28 Feb 2021 Rabobank predicts that demand for insect protein could reach 500,000 metric tonnes by 2030.
Compassion in World Farming is accepting entries for its 2021 awards 25 Feb 2021 Compassion in World Farming is welcoming entries for its annual Good Farm Animal Welfare Awards programme and will focus on welfare-friendly innovation and sustainability.
CP Foods partners with Chiang Mai University to develop insect-based animal feed 24 Feb 2021 CP Foods has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Chiang Mai University to develop insect-based protein from black soldier fly larvae to drive Thai agriculture towards sustainable growth.
BSAS holds its first ever virtual conference 23 Feb 2021 The British Society of Animal Science (BSAS) will explore cutting edge research in animal science, agriculture, policy and education in its first ever virtual conference.
China redoubles focus on food security in newly released policy document 22 Feb 2021 China will put greater pressure on its regions to boost grain yields and step-up support for its domestic seed industry as it strengthens its focus on food security after the COVID-19 pandemic, a major policy document issued late Sunday showed.…
Weight Gain Discover the five main types of pig weight gain supplements, and find out the scientifically best way to make pigs gain weight fast with innovative solutions from BIOMIN.
Small-scale pig keeping: the importance of water for pig health 18 Mar 2020 Next in the Small-scale pig keeping series, Dr Michaela Giles explains just how important water is for raising happy, healthy pigs.…
Small-scale pig keeping: preventing parasite build up in small-scale systems 28 Feb 2020 Dr Michaela Giles continues her small-scale pig keeping series with tips and tricks on how to prevent parasite build-up in outdoor, extensive rearing systems.…
Small-scale pig keeping: selecting pigs for breeding 29 Jan 2020 When selecting for breeding purposes you need to maximise your chances of a successful outcome i.e. healthy litters of piglets, problem-free farrowing and a careful dam supplying plenty of milk.…
Small-scale pig keeping: pig transport regulations in the UK 18 Dec 2019 The next instalment in Dr Michaela Giles' small-scale pig keeping series discusses transportation best practice for the movement of pigs in the UK.…
Insect protein expected to crawl ahead in 2020s 28 Feb 2021 Rabobank predicts that demand for insect protein could reach 500,000 metric tonnes by 2030.
DL-methionine: Standard methionine source as a cost-effective driver to optimal pig performance 26 Feb 2021 Sponsored Selecting the best quality methionine (Met) source, as well as applying the correct bioavailability, is important for co…
CP Foods partners with Chiang Mai University to develop insect-based animal feed 24 Feb 2021 CP Foods has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Chiang Mai University to develop insect-based protein from black soldier fly larvae to drive Thai agriculture towards sustainable growth. …
China redoubles focus on food security in newly released policy document 22 Feb 2021 China will put greater pressure on its regions to boost grain yields and step-up support for its domestic seed industry as it strengthens its focus on food security after the COVID-19 pandemic, a major policy document issued late Sunday showed.…
Mating the sow with the boar 9 Nov 2018 The key steps to take to ensure successful mating of a sow with a boar.
Recording air movement, temperature and humidity in a house 9 Nov 2018 Maintaining an ambient environment in pig housing requires an understanding of what each pig needs.
Staff training and education 9 Nov 2018 Farms that have been highly successful for long periods of time invariably have a good management structure and rapport between pig people and pigs.…
How to develop a health and safety management system 9 Nov 2018 All employers have a duty to protect all those who enter their premises by enforcing strict health and safety protocol.
