Which environmental factors can affect the feed conversion ratio? Enric Marco talks about the effects of temperature and humidity.... they can make us lose money.

Which management factors can affect the feed conversion ratio? Enric Marco covers how all-in all-out, density, trough space, and filling and emptying of barns can lose us money.

Which dietary factors can affect the feed conversion ratio? Enric Marco talks about how the energy and protein values of feed, the particle size, and mycotoxins can make us lose money.

Here are things to keep in mind when interpreting a positive or negative ELISA result.

Feed represents approximately 60% of the costs in pig production. It is therefore very important to have a good feed conversion ratio.

How well do you understand ELISA testing? This is how it works, what it detects, and how to interpret results.

A study reviews all ASF transmission routes described.

How to interpret a negative or positive PCR result with specific examples of what could be happening.

How PCR works and what to keep in mind when interpreting results.

Never forget the basics: recommended reading for all young vets and those not so young!

Regional control programs were designed for the control and eradication of different viral diseases. Why are there only a few regional control programs still active for swine worldwide?

A farm in China observed ocular infection in piglets with pseudorabies virus (Aujeszky's disease), a manifestation of the disease not previously reported.

To perform well, gilts need to develop physically and be acclimatized for the health status of the recipient farm. Dr. Clayton Johnson from Carthage Veterinary Services shares some tips about gilt acclimation.

To have good gilt performance, producers and vets must value those gilts and invest accordingly. Dr. Clayton Johnson from Carthage Veterinary Services shares some tips about gilt productive development.

To determine the causes of the increase in the feed conversion ratio of pigs, we must start by asking whether mortality has also increased.

The industry must be working for the best and preparing for the worst, and that includes what happens if ASF enters.

Expert insight on the choice of strategy in controlling the spread of ASF.

France and Luxembourg are in the firing line to be the next European countries invaded by ASF after its confirmation in Germany in 2020, says one of Europe’s most experienced specialists on the disease.

Why is it important to take sow temperatures after farrowing? How does feed intake affect litter size?

Preventing the entry and spread of diseases should be an objective on any swine farm, so adequately designing biosecurity aspects is key. In this article, we continue to discuss biosecurity measures with two experts: Lara Ruiz and José Casanovas.

On large farms, the first animals to become ill and die from ASF may be missed unless there is an appropriate passive surveillance system that targets dead and diseased animals.

Does co-mingling during lactation benefit piglets in the long term? See how socialisation influences pigs behaviour and physiology.

If my farrowing rate is low but I don't have empty sows or abortions, I must consider the culled pregnant sows.

In this article, we look at which elements of biosecurity should be considered in the design of a sow farm, although they are applicable to any farm.

In March 2021, a high percentage of severe lameness appeared in 12 to 17-day-old piglets, approximately 20% of the piglets present.

The most frequent problems are reproductive and locomotive. What should I do if the percent among sows serviced is greater than 2%?

How should you decide if your current routines on colostrum are working? How much intake is enough?

What should I do if the percentage of empty sows among the sows serviced is greater than 1%?