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Reducing Phosphorus Levels in Gestating Sow Diets

Disease Husbandry Environmental management

26 April 2013

5 minute read

Combined Products: Are They Worth a Look?

Disease Husbandry Research and innovation

23 April 2013

7 minute read

A mixture of free organic acids, together with phytochemical and permeabilising substances can help to improve performance and control pathogenic bacteria that lead to post-weaning diarrhoea in weaned pigs, according to Dr Renata Urbaityte and Nataliya Roth of Biomin.

Indoor Gilt Management

Genetics and reproduction

18 April 2013

3 minute read

A farmer in Lincolnshire has improved gilt performance and longevity by keeping gilts in an off-site isolation building until they are confirmed in-pig, according to Farm Case Study 27 from BPEX.

Impact of Ceftiofur on Resistant Enteric Bacteria in Finishing Pigs

Disease Husbandry Market Trends

17 April 2013

3 minute read

The spread of ceftiofur-resistant bacteria in finisher pigs cannot be fully explained by simply measuring antibiotic use, according to Tom Wittum of Ohio State University in a report for the US National Pork Board.

Report on Iowa Pork Congress

Industry and legislation Conferences & Events

16 April 2013

7 minute read

A report on the Congress by Doug Richards, Swine Grower-Finisher Specialist with Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA), published in its 'Pork News and Views' newsletter.

April 2013

Reducing Phosphorus Levels in Gestating Sow Diets

Disease Husbandry Environmental management

26 April 2013

5 minute read

There were no adverse effects on the performance of the sows in the first or second trial farrowing cycle when fed on a lower level of phosphorus throughout gestation, according to No. 16 in the BPEX series, 'Research into Action'.

Combined Products: Are They Worth a Look?

Disease Husbandry Research and innovation

23 April 2013

7 minute read

A mixture of free organic acids, together with phytochemical and permeabilising substances can help to improve performance and control pathogenic bacteria that lead to post-weaning diarrhoea in weaned pigs, according to Dr Renata Urbaityte and Nataliya Roth of Biomin.

Indoor Gilt Management

Genetics and reproduction

18 April 2013

3 minute read

A farmer in Lincolnshire has improved gilt performance and longevity by keeping gilts in an off-site isolation building until they are confirmed in-pig, according to Farm Case Study 27 from BPEX.

Impact of Ceftiofur on Resistant Enteric Bacteria in Finishing Pigs

Disease Husbandry Market Trends

17 April 2013

3 minute read

The spread of ceftiofur-resistant bacteria in finisher pigs cannot be fully explained by simply measuring antibiotic use, according to Tom Wittum of Ohio State University in a report for the US National Pork Board.

Report on Iowa Pork Congress

Industry and legislation Conferences & Events

16 April 2013

7 minute read

A report on the Congress by Doug Richards, Swine Grower-Finisher Specialist with Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA), published in its 'Pork News and Views' newsletter.

Bungee Serving

Genetics and reproduction Breeding Artificial insemination

11 April 2013

3 minute read

Use of a bungee to hold in place the AI catheter and semen flat-pack is a tip that can save time and labour, according to Farm Case Study No. 20 from BPEX.

Testing the Safety of Genetically Modified (GM) Feed Ingredients in Pigs

Disease Husbandry Markets

11 April 2013

6 minute read

Research at Teagasc in the Republic of Ireland reveals that feeding GM maize to pigs of different ages and for extended periods of time is as safe as its conventional counterpart with respect to potential effects on animal health. Results revealed no reason for concern regarding the safety of the GM peas tested.

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