Penang state govt committed to implementation of Pig Farming Enactment 2016 16 Nov 2018 The Penang state government remains committed to implementing the Pig Farming Enactment 2016, aiding pig farmers in converting their farms into closed systems before the regulation is fully enforced on 1 January 2020
Evaporative media test chamber 16 Nov 2018 Sponsored Evaporative pads, used on poultry or livestock buildings, require scheduled routine maintenance to remain effective. A recent addition to Hog Slat Inc.’s engineering facility will help provide producers with information …
Save dollars by adjusting drinkers in your pig barns 7 Nov 2018 Results of a Prairie Swine Centre study show water wastage can be reduced by up to 20% by adjusting nipple height
VTT develops piglet vaccination to reduce antibiotics use 29 Oct 2018 VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland has developed a vaccine, diluted into drinking water, to treat diarrhoea on piglets being weaned. The vaccine reduces the global resistance problem caused by excessive antibiotic …
Aid promised to UK pig farmers affected by extreme weather 26 Sep 2018 Further provisions for livestock farmers struggling to access animal feed have been introduced today with immediate effect
Penang pig farmers held accountable for pollution scare 17 Sep 2018 Malaysian government has warned local pig production units that action is being taken against those that continue to discharge untreated pig waste into the sea
Landmark agriculture bill to deliver a green Brexit 12 Sep 2018 Legislation to deliver a cleaner and healthier environment for future generations after nearly half a century under EU rules is being introduced into Parliament today (12 September)
Treating swine drinking water 9 Aug 2018 Sponsored Adjusting pH: Part three in the Hogslat series on proper terminal line disinfection and water disinfection
Dealing with drought and evading heat stress in swine 2 Aug 2018 Top tips from across the globe on how to manage high temperatures on farm, how to prevent and treat heat stress in pigs and how to manage water shortages during a drought.
Dealing with drought and evading heat stress in swine 30 Jul 2018 The Pig Site provides top tips from across the globe on how to manage high temperatures on farm, how to prevent and treat heat stress in pigs and how to manage water shortages during a drought
NFU calls agricultural drought summit as heatwave bites 30 Jul 2018 The NFU is seeking urgent action to address the crippling impact of the dry, hot weather on farms across the country
A UK perspective on Porcine Epidemic Diarrhoea 14 Jun 2018 According to research, as few as 100 PED virus particles can cause an infection in pig herds.
PEDv update: 6 confirmed cases in Southeastern Manitoba 4 Jun 2018 There are now six confirmed PED cases in Southeast Manitoba in the 2018 outbreak, including three finisher operations, two sow operations and one nursery operation. Biocontainment is in place on these premises
Research finds organic acids increase water intake in gestating sows and may benefit piglet viability 29 May 2018 A study conducted by Trouw Nutrition’s Swine Research Centre reveals that gestating sows receiving a drinking water additive composed of free and organic acids during the last 80 days of gestation had significantly highe…
State of emergency due to droughts in Argentina 24 May 2018 Agribusiness has declared the agricultural emergency due to drought in Corrientes and Santiago del Estero
Transportation regulations for your herd 21 May 2018 Strict regulations surround the transportation of pigs but do you know the rules in your region?
Importance of drinker positioning for swine welfare 14 May 2018 Understanding eliminative behaviour in pigs has important implications for improving the design of pig housing facilities and maximising pig welfare. A simple drinker-positioning method has been shown to increase the cle…
The Pork Expo Africa 2018 23 Apr 2018 Pork Expo Africa is Africa’s largest pig/pork industry-specific trade show that brings together pig producers, input manufacturers/traders, pork/pig traders, consumers and industry professionals from around Africa for th…
Water conservation 101 9 Apr 2018 The Prairie Swine Centre, Canada, discusses water conservation and cutting your losses on farm.
Businesses commit to Courtauld Commitment 2025 Water Ambition to cut environmental cost of food and drink 22 Mar 2018 Announced on World Water Day, the Ambition has the backing of signatories to WRAP’s ten-year Courtauld Commitment 2025 voluntary agreement.
