Influence of deep-litter bedding materials on environmental and welfare-related factors in boar studs
Trial runs were conducted in winter and summer to compare five deep-litter bedding materials.
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Swine genetics market opportunities in China
China is the world’s largest importer of purebred breeding swine.
Fertility after photodynamic inactivation of bacteria in extended boar semen
Photodynamic inactivation could be a promising contribution to the One Health concept with the potential to reduce antimicrobial resistance in animal husbandry.
Allen D. Leman Swine Conference 2024 Summary: Reproduction and production
Antonio Palomo summarizes the swine production and reproduction presentations from the latest Allen D. Leman Swine Conference 2024.
Topigs Norsvin boars. Catalog of lines and selection objectives
Sánchez-Osorio describes the characteristics of the different terminal boar lines developed by Topigs Norsvin for each type of market, prioritizing lean yield or meat quality.
Hendrix Genetics and BHZP renew their pork partnership
This renewed five-year agreement will further strengthen their collaboration to meet the growing demand for DB77 boars in the Spanish and Portuguese markets.
Topigs Norsvin: First pigs have arrived at Delta Norway
Delta Norway is the latest new boar testing location of Topigs Norsvin.
Tip: Panel to block the aisles during heat checking
This tip involves using an aluminum panel to close the aisles during heat checking.
Myo-inositol improves the viability of boar sperm during liquid storage
The addition of myo-inositol to semen extender improved the boar semen quality by decreasing the effects of oxidative stress during liquid preservation.
Topigs Norsvin opens new Delta Norway
Topigs Norsvin officially opened its new boar test and research center Delta Norway.
Practical experience: Ability to detect PRRS infection in boars by sample type
Are we using the best samples and techniques to monitor PRRS absence in boar studs?
Analysis of artificial insemination center management factors that contribute to sperm parameters and boar longevity
The results reveal better sperm quality for untreated boars than for PGF2α-treated boars, which might indicate that the underlying fertility of boars necessitating treatment is inferior compared to boars that can be collected without further treatment.
Differences of semen microbiota among breeding boars with different reproductive ages
The semen of older boars contained a higher abundance of harmful bacteria, which contributes to the observed reduction in semen anti-oxidant capacity and overall semen quality in this group.
How to reduce boar taint in pig carcasses
In France, the ban on castration of pigs without pain relief, i.e. without anesthesia, has been in force since January 1, 2022, and this has led to the production of entire male pigs. The main difficulty with this type of production lies in the risk of unpleasant odors being present in the meat from these animals.
Update on the methods for semen quality evaluation in swine from farm to the lab
This work aims to summarise the methods utilised in farms and research laboratories to evaluate sperm quality in pigs.
US: FDA approves genetically modified pigs for research
The approval is restricted to the University of Washington for a small number of pigs.