The first European symposium solely dedicated to swine reproduction was held on 18 April in Madrid, Spain. Organised by CEVA Sante Animale, the symposium reviewed new reproduction management strategies that must be implemented in order to improve sow welfare. More than 350 specialists from all parts of Europe attended this unique event.

The scientific programme featured many well-known sow reproduction researchers, experienced practitioners and consultants with the objective to understand better the sow physiology and the factors influencing management of the reproduction cycle.