Page 53 of articles about genetics-reproduction
Sow parity structure (I)
One of the main goals for a sow herd is to achieve a correct homogeneity of the productive batches.
Jyden Bur: Free stall system for the European market
Evolution of pigs
Conditions for gestating sows in groups
Hormone management (III)
When external administration of the hormonal product is stopped, the levels of progesterone fall.
New HIPRA launchings in EUROPE: GESTAVET®600 & GESTAVET®3000
Dimension and design of the farrowing unit
The Danish pig producers’ research organisation has tested a number of different designs. They recommend pen dimensions of 2.7x1.8 m to accommodate modern prolific breeds.
Management of the breeding chart (II)
In the first part of management of the breeding chart we basically looked at how it can help us to control returns. In this second part we will look at other applications.
USA - NIFA awards funding for animal health and production research
PIC Europe Health Assurance Manager
New JSR international sales director
Newsham Choice Genetics and Groupe Grimaud further their commitment to become a global leader as a pig genetics provider
Latin American Network for improving pig production
Group formation of gestating sows
The aggressions can provoke lesions and exclusion from feed for the weaker animals.
Farrowing programming (I)
In this chapter we will look at how hormones can be used to influence the time of farrowing according to our needs.