Census structure (I)[Management]Carles Casanovas One of the main objectives for a herd of sows is to achieve a correct homogeneity of the productive batches. |
Jyden Bur: Free stall system for the European market[Company news]As of 2013, the European Union has made new requirements for gestated sows. The ordinary static crate will be phased out by law but there are other solutions. A high level of efficiency, an improved working environment and more animal welfare is the outcome of the popular and flexible gestation crate, JB5000 from Jyden Bur – a Danish company with an international perspective. |
Evolution of pigs[Latest swine news]Since the wild boar was domesticated 9000 years ago, its genetic make up has undergone favourable and less favourable changes. In a project financed by the European Research Council (ERC) researchers of Wageningen UR will compare the genetic characteristics of twelve pig species. |
Conditions for gestating sows in groups[pig welfare]Paolo Candotti A new instalment of the test on animal welfare in swine herds. This test evaluates your knowledge on the welfare of gestating sows allotted in groups. |
Hormone management (III)[Management]Carles Casanovas When external administration of the hormonal product is stopped, the levels of progesterone fall. |
New HIPRA launchings in EUROPE: GESTAVET®600 & GESTAVET®3000[Company news]Hipra announces the extension of its Gestavet® range for swine, with the launching of Gestavet®3000 and Gestavet®600. |
Dimension and design of the farrowing unit[What the experts say ]Bjarne K. Pedersen The Danish pig producers’ research organisation has tested a number of different designs. They recommend pen dimensions of 2.7x1.8 m to accommodate modern prolific breeds. |
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