Ten stunning images of Year of the Pig celebrations5 Feb 2019Photographers capture Chinese New Year celebrations around the world, from larger-than-life lanterns to a themed motorcycle.
Could we improve animal welfare by harnessing human culture?13 Dec 2018SponsoredInterview with the author: "Animal Welfare Science, Husbandry and Ethics: The evolving story of our relationship with farm animals".
Great leadership delivers great results by Zoetis CEO, Juan Ramón Alaix22 Nov 2018SponsoredThe qualities and attributes of leaders who deliver great business results.
Coping with compassion fatigue in the swine industry13 Nov 2018Those who work with livestock regularly have to perform pain-inducing procedures on their animals and make end-of-life decisions, but what are the impacts of this on their mental health?
Can acid supplements replace copper in pig diets?12 Nov 2018With the long-awaited changes to the copper levels allowed in animal feeds now officially in effect, finding alternatives to copper is higher on the industry agenda than ever before.
Top tips for reducing aggression in sows and boars9 Oct 2018Uncontrolled aggression in pigs, both towards conspecifics and towards humans, can be catastrophic, but how can you predict and reduce such instances of this aggression?
The profits of good mothers3 Oct 2018Good sows are the basis of a good pig herd. Investing in sow health and calm behaviour will pay off in terms of sow productivity and piglet growth. But how much exactly?
Tag-team farming: the benefits of franchise production4 Sep 2018A number of pig farmers in the Netherlands are enjoying the benefits of joining forces, having forged a united approach to marketing produce.
Ask an expert: Genetics and reproduction31 Aug 2018Dr Craig Lewis, chair of the European Forum of Farm Animal Breeders and PIC Genetic Services manager answers your questions.
Need some tips on improving your litter numbers?21 Aug 2018The ultimate aim of pig breeders is to have large, healthy litters, but what can be done to maximise the number of healthy piglets born?
The age of digital epidemiology: tracking ASF worldwide19 Jul 2018With ASF an immediate threat to European swine herds, the virus is being tracked and predicted on a daily basis using epidemiological tracing technology.
The global business case for group sow housing and enrichment16 Jul 2018Global farm advisor discusses the progression of WAP’s business case for group sow housing and enrichment, and working with producers to ensure they can meet new standards.
Two amputations a week: the high cost of working in a US meat plant6 Jul 2018Amputations, burns and head trauma are just some of the serious injuries suffered by US meat plant workers every week.
Africa’s “porkpreneurs”: Stepping up to the challenge of pork imports2 Jul 2018In recent times, pork has gained the prominence and prestige of a major industry in Africa, as a provider of employment and food security. "Porkpreneurs" are now emerging in the African pork industry …
A new age of farming: are we embracing our technology?6 Jun 2018The Pig Site speaks to Bob Dixon, ABN national sales manager, about the challenges that the livestock industry is facing, and how ABN is addressing such issues through partnership and innovation
Crossing the line: Biosecurity for employee entry is still a work in progress18 May 2018SponsoredRoutine failures and how to avoid them
Food security panel calls for more education, collaboration2 May 2018Richard Lugar, former US senator from Indiana, joined a panel of six Purdue University College of Agriculture faculty and staff members Monday (April 30) for a roundtable discussion on global food sec…
Indoor housing systems for dry sows30 Apr 2018Compassion in World Farming discusses indoor group housing systems for dry sows and provides an up-to-date comparison of how such systems meet the needs of the sow and the stockworker
Review: Managing Breeds for a secure future25 Apr 20182nd Edition. Dr Phillip Sponenberg, Alison Martin and Jeanette Beranger
Practical options for indoor free-farrowing systems 24 Apr 2018Compassion in World Farming discusses indoor free-farrowing systems for sows and provides an up-to-date comparison of how such systems meet the needs of the sow, her piglets and the stockworker