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Page 56 of articles about genetics-reproduction

Evolution of pigs

Since the wild boar was domesticated 9000 years ago, its genetic make up has undergone favourable and less favourable changes. In a project financed by the European Research Council (ERC) researchers of Wageningen UR will compare the genetic characteristics of twelve pig species.

Conditions for gestating sows in groups

A new instalment of the test on animal welfare in swine herds. This test evaluates your knowledge on the welfare of gestating sows allotted in groups.

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ManagementArticle

Hormone management (III)

When external administration of the hormonal product is stopped, the levels of progesterone fall.

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New HIPRA launchings in EUROPE: GESTAVET^®600 & GESTAVET^®3000

Hipra announces the extension of its Gestavet® range for swine, with the launching of Gestavet®3000 and Gestavet®600.

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Facilities-Equipment Article

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.

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ManagementArticle

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

USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) today announced $24 million in grants to study animal heath, reproduction, breeding, genetics and nutrition. The agriculture animal industry plays a crucial role in the success and growth of the nation’s economy, accounting for 42 percent of forecast U.S. agricultural receipts in 2009.

PIC Europe Health Assurance Manager

PIC is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Han Smits to the position of Health Assurance Manager for PIC Europe. Han will take responsibility for the management of PIC’s European Health Program, working closely with PIC’s international network of pig Veterinarians.

New JSR international sales director

Top UK pig genetics company JSR have reinforced their commitment to the global pig industry by appointing Paul Anderson to the role of International Sales Director.

Newsham Choice Genetics and Groupe Grimaud further their commitment to become a global leader as a pig genetics provider

The current ownership group of Newsham Choice Genetics has agreed to an arrangement whereby their current European joint venture partner, Groupe Grimaud, will obtain 100% ownership of the company.

Latin American Network for improving pig production

109 researchers from 14 countries will take part in this network funded by CYTED and intended for improving pigmeat production through innovative, sustainable production systems.

Group formation of gestating sows

The aggressions can provoke lesions and exclusion from feed for the weaker animals.

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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.

Rattlerow Seghers expands their nucleus program in China

The Joint Venture partners HEBEI Yufeng Jing An breeding Co. Ltd. and Rattlerow Seghers group have agreed to increase the nucleus program to maintain around 400.000 commercial sows within the next three years.

AgFeed Industries Forms Joint Venture With Hypor -- Hypor AgFeed Breeding Company Inc. -- to Develop and Operate Genetic Nucleus Farm in Wuning, China

AgFeed Industries, Inc., one of the largest independent hog production and animal nutrient companies in China, announced the formation of a joint venture with Hypor, B.V., a Hendrix Genetics Company, world renowned as a leading provider of superior swine genetics and technology.

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Dimension and design of the gestation unit

The gestation unit is basically a parking unit where sows should be kept comfortable to allow the pregnancy to develop