Increase of returns: Management or PRRS?
Returns increase in a PRRS-positive farm in the middle of a census increase plus a change of management in the batch farrowing system, from 3 weeks to 1.
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Training gilts for using ESF with minimum effort
The most difficult thing for sows is learning to open doors. Here we show an easy and practical way to achieve it.
What happens when M. hyopneumoniae enters a herd? Assessment of natural infection in gilts
Some of the take-home messages of this article are: M. hyo transmits slowly within exposed populations, but pigs can shed for long periods of time.
Pig health
HideIncrease of returns: Management or PRRS?
Returns increase in a PRRS-positive farm in the middle of a census increase plus a change of management in the batch farrowing system, from 3 weeks to 1.
What happens when M. hyopneumoniae enters a herd? Assessment of natural infection in gilts
Some of the take-home messages of this article are: M. hyo transmits slowly within exposed populations, but pigs can shed for long periods of time.
Survival of viral pathogens in animal feed ingredients under transboundary shipping models
Results provide further evidence that contaminated feed ingredients may represent a risk for transport of pathogens at domestic and global levels.
Survival of viral pathogens in animal feed ingredients under transbounTowards the development of a one-dose Classical Swine Fever subunit vaccine
This study aims to develop a cost-effective, non infectious CSF subunit vaccine that can elicit rapid and long lasting immunity.
Towards the Development of a One-Dose Classical Swine Fever Subunit VaEconomy
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Losses have arrived but the fundamentals will bring the panic stricken back to reality
The impact of Chinese tariffs on US pork, the pork exports picture, feed costs forecast and more...
Easter truce
Let’s hope that spring makes consumption grow. The foreign markets hesitate, and it will not be easy to sell the European surpluses.
Nutrition
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Immunonutrition in swine
Intestinal integrity is just as relevant as vaccination protocols in inducing adequate immunity to environmental challenges.
The importance of vitamin D for the immune system in swine
Vitamin D3 plays a central role in the immune response of swine . 25-OH D3 may be a more efficient source to improve vitamin D status of pigs than cholecalciferol.
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Survival of viral pathogens in animal feed ingredients under transboundary shipping models
Results provide further evidence that contaminated feed ingredients may represent a risk for transport of pathogens at domestic and global levels.
Survival of viral pathogens in animal feed ingredients under transbounBlack soldier fly (Hermetia illucens L.) as crude protein source for weaned piglets
Nutritional value and antimicrobial effects of black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens L.) meal indicates that would be a suitable alternative source of crude protein for weaned piglets.
Black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens L.) as crude protein sourcIncrease of returns: Management or PRRS?
Returns increase in a PRRS-positive farm in the middle of a census increase plus a change of management in the batch farrowing system, from 3 weeks to 1.
The importance of lighting in your farm
One of the main tools to encourage the installation of extra lighting in the mating area is the data analysis, and more specifically the weaning-to-service interval.
How to reduce the risk of boar taint in carcasses from entire males?
The compounds responsible of boar taint can be reduced through feeding strategies, genetic selection and good management practices.
Management
HideTraining gilts for using ESF with minimum effort
The most difficult thing for sows is learning to open doors. Here we show an easy and practical way to achieve it.
What is good for small piglets may not be so for the big ones
Practical implications of a study that analyzes the consequences of litter standardization by weight or number and the supply of creep feeding.
Increase injection speed
When we must treat many animals (e.g. when blanket vaccinations or antiparasitic treatments must be administered), injections must be fast.
Surgical castration with pain relief affects the health and productive performance of pigs in the suckling period
Surgical castration has a negative impact on production in the suckling period, especially in pigs in the three lower quartiles for body weight.
Surgical castration with pain relief affects the health and productiveMulti-litter group lactation systems: effects on piglet aggression and injuries
Early social environment can affect the development of aggression in the pig. Group lactation piglets have reduced aggression and skin injuries post-weaning.
Multi-litter group lactation systems: effects on piglet aggressionTraining gilts for using ESF with minimum effort
The most difficult thing for sows is learning to open doors. Here we show an easy and practical way to achieve it.
The importance of lighting in your farm
One of the main tools to encourage the installation of extra lighting in the mating area is the data analysis, and more specifically the weaning-to-service interval.
Development and use of sow cooling pads during farrowing and lactation
Floor cooling is based on the conduction of heat from the sow to a sink while lying down.
Removal of hydrogen sulphide from pig house using biofilter with fungi
Removal of hydrogen sulphide in a biofilter correlates with the presence of fungi. The biofilter removed more than 60% of hydrogen sulphide in the presence of fungi.
Removal of hydrogen sulphide from pig house using biofilter with fungiMulti-litter group lactation systems: effects on piglet aggression and injuries
Early social environment can affect the development of aggression in the pig. Group lactation piglets have reduced aggression and skin injuries post-weaning.
Multi-litter group lactation systems: effects on piglet aggressionCALENDAR
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