Minitube sets the course for the future
On January 1, 2026, a newly formed Executive Board will take over the global management of Minitube International.
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Maxime Sergent and Philippe Monvoisin : new assets for Nucléus’ global growth
The arrival of Maxime Sergent and Philippe Monvoisin represents a major asset to support Nucléus’ international growth and strengthen its position in global markets.
Hendrix Genetics Swine Launches Nexus 100 at SPACE 2025: A New Benchmark in Predictability, Health, and Performance
The Nexus 100 was developed to address these pressures directly, offering producers a solution that performs consistently, survives better, and integrates seamlessly into high-pressure operations to help them grow ahead with confidence.
Computed Tomography scan, a highly accurate selection tool
Looking inside our pigs to learn more about their future.
Social behaviour in groups of castrated and uncastrated organic fattening male pigs - consequences for the individual
Contact to female groups and higher space allowance were key mitigating factors.
IPPA announces a new livestock apprenticeship program
This exciting new apprenticeship opportunity will prepare career seekers to succeed in the role of Swine Animal Care Technician.
DanBred is present in Great Britain and Ireland with experienced regional manager
Danbred is pleased to announce Simon Cook as our new Regional Manager for the Great Britain and Ireland market.
Boar semen storage at 5 °C for the reduction of antibiotic use in pig insemination: Pathways from science into practice
Boar semen storage at 5 °C is an innovative tool to reduce antibiotics in extenders.
Minitube achieves ISO 13485 certification
Strengthening quality leadership in reproductive technologies.
Francesco Bertacchini New Managing Director Topigs Norsvin Italia
Francesco Bertacchini succeeds Gian Giacomo Grandi, who will retire at the end of September.
Genetic parameters for image-based estimations of swine feet and leg conformation traits
The current study presents an algorithm that extracts novel, objective structural conformation traits and reports corresponding genetic and phenotypic parameters.
How to combat heat stress in pigs
Pigs are particularly vulnerable to heat stress due to their limited ability to dissipate body heat and genetic selection for higher productivity, which has reduced their heat tolerance. Improved technical results increase heat production, and today's lines produce 30% more heat than those in the 1980s.
PIC® terminal sires: Genetic criteria
Genetic improvement is key in livestock production, playing an essential role in achieving a modern, efficient, and sustainable pig production model.
USA shows slight rebound in swine inventory in June 2025
The number of piglets weaned per litter continues to increase, with a year-on-year variation of 1.6%.
Improving pig survivability: a U.S. industry priority
The U.S. expands an ambitious program to reduce pig mortality and train new experts in welfare, nutrition, and health.
The genetic basis of swine inflammation and necrosis syndrome and its genetic association with post-weaning skin damage and production traits
Piglets genetically less likely to present swine inflammation and necrosis syndrome signs are also more unlikely to suffer combined skin damage after weaning.