Post-weaning scours is a big topic of discussion. For a production system with commingled sow farms, even with like-genetic and epidemic disease status, there is always opportunity for improvement.
Pig farmers needed thick skin in 2023. There is no sugar coating it – 2023 was not fun. Losses were severe and red ink forecasts remain till this coming summer. As the saying goes, with challenges comes opportunity.
Although mycotoxin monitoring makes headlines each harvest season, it should stay top of mind year-round. Active mycotoxin surveillance is key to protecting the health and productivity of your swine operation.
In a world where the pork industry faces an array of challenges, companies strive to balance sustainable growth with social responsibility. Here’s what The Maschhoffs are focused on.
Bridging the gap between the youth show ring experience and production ag is crucial for creating a pipeline of skilled and knowledgeable individuals who can contribute to the ag industry, says Rebecca Keel Stack.
Jacob Peak oversees 13 production partner sites for The Maschhoffs, all of which are close in proximity. In October, disease pressure surged through the area creating an overwhelming complex and complicated situation.
Like many, the ag construction industry relies on migrant labor. After surveying construction companies, we discovered most are expecting a 50% to 100% increase in the cost for that labor due to H2A wage changes.
Farrowing house scours can be a frustrating and complex challenge that requires a multi-modal approach to control. While on the sow, multiple factors can influence piglet scour severity and prevalence. Here are 3 tips.
If there is such a thing as “normal,” Caleb Shull, director of research and innovation for The Maschhoffs, says he’s not sure the pork industry will see it in 2023. Here’s his take on what producers can expect.
Around every corner is a new pressure point on each of our businesses. Whether it’s continued global spread of ASF, chaotic markets, labor shortages or fluctuating export demand, the risks have reached new heights.
