Evonik takes NIR technology for raw material and feed analyses mobile
Evonik has launched AMINONIR® Portable, a mobile NIR service with a world’s-first feature: amino acid calibrations.
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WEDA Dammann & Westerkamp presents innovative solutions for pig farming at the digital EuroTier 2021
WEDA Dammann & Westerkamp, specialist for pig husbandry, house equipment, feeding and environmental control technology, will take part in the digital EuroTier from 9th to 12th February 2021.
Innovation in ventilation: Overpressure (push system) or underpressure (pull system). What benefits do they offer?
We explain the characteristics, advantages and disadvantages of these two ventilation systems for pig farms.
WELTEC BIOPOWER: French biomethane plant goes live
The operator of the 11-million-euro project, which was rolled out by WELTEC and its project partner Agripower France, is Agrigaz Vire, a local company that comprises 40 operations along the agricultural value chain.
MSD Animal Health announces 2020 High-Quality Pork - Precision Farming Award recipient
Winner granted funds to implement applied project in precision farming in swine.
Low-emission slurry pits for pig houses with straw application
A new slurry system with U-shaped slurry trays with flushing or scraping can handle slurry with a high amount of straw and can reduce the emissions of ammonia and odour from pig houses.
New Zealand rules sow farrowing crates "unlawful"
The High Court declared regulations and minimum standards regarding farrowing crates and mating stalls unlawful and invalid.
Staged loading to improve farm biosecurity
The movement of live animals out of the farm can compromise farm biosecurity. A meticulously designed transfer facility and safe load out protocols are key to prevent the risk of cross contamination.
WEDA’s climate control system Veco.Mate – the computer for a better climate in the barn
WEDA with their product series Veco.Mate, are offering a new technology for optimising the climate in livestock houses.
Pharmgate Animal Health: The 3 keys to delivering water-soluble medication effectively
When treating pigs, focus on water quality, mixing protocols and water system cleanliness.
Farmex: Seasonal tip – check ventilation now
Large swings between daytime and night-time temperatures can trigger vices. Farmex reminds producers to ensure ventilation is working properly to improve pig welfare.
A ramp in nursery pig housing speeds the loading of market hogs
Adding ramps to nursery pig housing is a simple way to speed loading of market hogs, while providing benefits to efficiency and behavior in the nursery.
Boehringer Ingelheim and Henke-Sass, Wolf develop innovative needle free injection device for pigs
This novel device will bring benefits to swine producers ensuring improved safety and efficacy of vaccination.
Nedap: Finding efficiency with automated sorting scale technology
Productivity gains help lower labor costs and improve finishing pig performance.
U of Illinois student wins Morrison Swine Innovator Prize… again!
For the second year in a row Zack Talbert has received the prize; this year for fumigation equipment to prevent pathogens from entering swine barns.
Using passive infrared detectors to record activity in finishing pigs
Pig activity changes can be recorded using passive infrared detectors which could serve as a monitoring tool for early detection of behavioral changes.