Hog Management
Just like inflammation has negative implications on humans, it also creates challenges for growing pigs. Inflammation’s impact on pig growth can have a sizable impact on profitability.
Setting up a routine health testing program for your pigs can’t be a cookie-cutter copy of other producers’. Take into account individual needs that align with your desired outcomes and budget constraints, to create the best screening protocols for your operation.
Five pork industry experts weigh in on what technologies they want to see in a barn someday.
Purchasing technology is a major investment for any pork operation. From robotic power washers to cameras, there’s a lot to consider when it comes time to making purchases for your barn.
Many would say the pork industry isn’t faring well against porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome when you look at the data. But Scott Dee, DVM, argues the pork industry is winning in his mind.
The swine industry uses data to make decisions that can ultimately improve productivity, minimize losses and identify areas of improvement. But, are we using it to its full potential?
The capability to store manure reduces or eliminates the need to spread manure daily. Manure storage facilities allow small farms to store the manure until it can be removed and utilized later.
A new study shows that porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV) can be detected and isolated from deep tracheal secretions antemortem. What does this mean for the pork industry?
While technologies such as electronic reporting systems, sensors, cameras and microphones offer exciting potential, they carry significant risk to production systems.
A group of Democrats in Denver announced their position to reject a proposal to ban slaughterhouses within the Denver city limits, joining other groups opposing the measure.
Can administering two 200-mg doses of injectable iron dextran to piglets within the first 10 days of life offer a benefit when it comes to a pig’s ability to regulate body temperature?
When Savannah Thomson set out to discover preventative measures for sow organ prolapse, she quickly realized more tools were needed. This is how she invented the Pig-O-Meter.
For long-term success, farm leaders should regularly assess the landscape of their operation and adjust their strategies accordingly.
The laying hen industry shares similar risks to the pork industry regarding disease prevention. Versova’s Craig Rowles shares practical examples from the egg industry that could work on your farm.
These 10 steps can help keep your employees from walking away.
Dead animal disposal practices may not be a topic for the dinner table. But it’s a topic that experts say deserves more attention.
How much is a farm at risk from a technical tsunami?
To boost employee retention, farms need leaders who can effectively inspire and guide others. The job often requires its leaders to possess a handful of characteristics not necessarily used on other areas of the farm.
In a victory for America’s pork producers and swine veterinarians, the National Pork Producers Council celebrated the United Nations’ decision to reject proposed on-farm target reductions of antimicrobials.
Kansas State research looks at dosage and timing of iron injections in order to maximize pig growth.
Understanding the causes of injuries in ag occupations can help improve safety and policy measures. However, obtaining a comprehensive overview of injuries is hindered by the absence of a central reporting system.
U.S. employers report challenges in finding suitable job candidates with work-ready skills to fill open roles in ag. The AgCareers.com U.S. Skills Survey offers insights, data and trends to address skill development.
Since the beginning of the GRANTS program, we’ve been able to support invaluable research that improves how we approach disease control and management, addresses common industry challenges, and improves overall production practices, says Boehringer Ingelheim’s Reid Philips.
Fifteen years ago, Audubon, Iowa, was the typical picture of rural decline. Disheveled downtown buildings and vacant storefronts signaled the death of small businesses and a sense of community. Then, a small group of people decided to change that.
Why all the fuss over community in rural America these days? For Jason Hocker, AMVC partner and veterinarian, it’s simple.
In 2023, Dustin Coleman faced a dilemma familiar to many producers right now in the swine industry. He found that while his animals were performing well enough, he wanted to learn how he could improve their condition while possibly saving money.
What started as a simple gathering of local veterinarians and academia in St. Paul, Minn., has become an iconic global event drawing in leaders in swine health and production for the betterment of pigs and people. Here’s a look at the 2024 Allen D. Leman Swine Conference.
The conversations that took place during the Carlos Pijoan SDEC Symposium at the 50th Allen D. Leman Swine Conference in St. Paul, Minn., covered a wide expanse of topics weighing on the industry’s mind.
Preparing for the arrival of new wean pigs to your barn is an exciting but important process that requires careful planning.
In a move designed to protect Ohio farmers from non-science-based environmental restrictions, the Ohio Pork Council has led a group of 11 agricultural groups from across the state to seek a legal intervention to a lawsuit against the EPA that was filed by the Chicago-based Environmental Law and Policy Center.