The goal of the breeding herd is to consistently meet pig production targets by ensuring farrowing facilities are fully utilized. To achieve predictable pig flow, groups of mature females are bred ...

Formulating the proper diets to deliver optimal performance at a competitive price is the goal of most swine nutritionists. Creating that feeding program requires a clear understanding of the ...

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Following these steps and leveraging expert advice as needed, you can ensure a smooth transition and optimal conditions for your new wean pigs. This approach not only promotes their health and ...

With support from USDA, the Beef Checkoff Program and the United Soybean Board. U.S. beef and pork had a strong presence at the Yakiniku Business Fair, one of the most important annual trade shows for ...

In my 13 years working for Smithfield Hog Production, my primary focus has been leading research efforts to improve the company’s bottom line. Our team recently set out to find out how not adjusting ...

Last month when a small homestead farm in Oregon broke with the first porcine case of H5N1, many lessons were learned when dealing with the “transitional pigs,” says Ryan Scholz. While Oregon is not ...

Split suckling became associated with managing the hyper prolific sow to ensure the small pigs in a high-born alive litter received colostrum. However, is there a benefit in survival or growth of ...

The swine industry is constantly striving to improve pork production, with disease detection and surveillance being crucial areas of focus. An efficient surveillance approach that has gained ...

Heritability can be defined as the proportion of variation within a trait that can be attributed to inherited genetic factors (Falconer and Mackay, 1996). A heritability estimate ranges between 0 and ...

Less sperm per dose means using the best boars for faster genetic progress, but how low can we go without compromising sow performance? In our latest research, we explore lowering semen concentrations ...

Aside from being one of the nastiest jobs on the farm, measuring animal waste in pits and lagoons is potentially one of the costliest dangers of managing livestock. In an industry where margins are ...