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Make your pads last longer, the 80-80 rule, don’t operate your evap system between 10 pm and 10 am, and airspeed is what makes evap cooling work.
Start them up right and keep them running this summer.
Can rodents transmit the deadly African swine fever (ASF) virus? Although rodents are a possible transmission vector for other swine diseases, that path of transmission has been uncharacterized for ASF.
The National Pork Producers Council filed comments last week on two Massachusetts bills related to Question 3, a 2016 ballot initiative which prohibits the sale of pork produced using certain production methods.
Lumber prices are up 359% since last year at this time, with a 69% increase taking place since the start of 2021, prices not trickling down to producers. And there are three factors aiding to the surge in prices today.
California’s Proposition 12 will have wide-reaching implications. It’s a clear regulatory overreach and a violation of the Commerce Clause of the U.S. Constitution, says NPPC’s Michael Formica.
Whether you are tired of hearing about Prop 12 or not, the pressures aren’t going away. Experts agreed during Farm Journal’s PORK’s recent webinar that it’s a sign of many more challenges of this kind coming our way.
Inlet control is a critical factor in managing ventilation during rapidly changing weather.
The use of air filtration systems on sow farms has been proven to reduce the incidence of airborne illnesses, however, many swine operations still operate without one. Here are reasons why producers should reconsider.
If you want to improve animal well-being and human safety on the farm, start by looking at the overall structure of the facility. Here are five safety and animal care tips to ensure your facilities remain sustainable.
The governments of nearly half the U.S. states are in agreement of the North American Meat Institute’s petition challenging the constitutionality of California’s Proposition 12.
One of the country’s largest meat processors is helping fund Iterate Labs, the developer of an artificial intelligence-based platform that uses wearable sensor technology to improve workforce safety and productivity.
The extreme winter weather conditions pose challenges for livestock producers across the country. Although it’s more apparent in its effect on livestock outdoors, it also poses challenges for hogs in confinement.
If you notice something is not right on the farm or you see evidence of a break-in, it’s time to activate your plan to protect your farm.
A veterinarian weighs in on filtration systems and shares how air filtration can reduce outbreaks of disease like porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome.
Sow mortality has been making the headlines as producers grapple with rising sow death loss in the U.S. pork industry. Although the topic deserves discussion, some experts believe it is time to focus on gilt retention.
Batch farrowing used to be a common practice, but as farms got bigger, continuous-flow production became the norm. Now it appears batch farrowing is making a comeback, according to John Deen.
Water is often the forgotten nutrient in swine programs. Iowa State University assistant professor Laura Greiner shares six ways to make sure pigs are getting the best start possible in the nursery.
Ventilation systems need regular check-ups to prevent environmental issues that can compromise pig health. Winter audits are especially important, with ventilation running at low levels with little room for error.
The North American Meat Institute’s lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of California’s Proposition 12 received key support from the federal government and 20 states with the filing of two amicus briefs.
A Missouri judge has placed a restraining order on Senate Bill 391 that prevents counties from imposing stricter regulations on large livestock farms than the state regulations.
Cow comfort is the most important thing you can do to prevent lameness.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) this week published a checklist for agricultural employers to use to prevent and slow the spread of COVID-19.
No one says managing weaned pig startups is easy. A newly weaned pig has its share of challenges: maternal separation, transportation, commingling, transitioning diet, vaccination and environmental changes.
Farmweld, makers of pig technology and equipment, held a groundbreaking ceremony this week for state-of-the-art offices it’s building to continue to attract “the best and the brightest” employees to the company.
Appeals court clears way for large hog farm in SE Minnesota
What is One Health certification? And why should you care? You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.
But whether it’s work gloves, warm socks or tools—when you work 24/7 these farmer gifts can make our day all year long. So here’s seven gifts any hog farmer would like to see under the tree:
The rise of low-density residential development is causing more and more challenges as people move into closer proximity with animal agriculture.
Barn fires move fast. In less than four minutes, a fire can fill a barn with smoke and completely engulf it in flames in less than five minutes. Here are 10 tips to help you protect your barn.