Hogs Nutrition
The reliance of the U.S. on China for its vitamins has created a dependency that poses a significant threat to U.S. food security, the agricultural community, and public health, lawmakers pointed out to President Trump.
Good feed execution means one thing: getting the right feed, in the right amount, to the right pigs at the right time every day, on every farm.
Alexa Gormley, our latest addition to Farm Journal’s PORK’s Up & Coming Leaders, wants to understand how nutritional interventions can enhance intestinal health in nursery pigs. Her research is studying how pre-, pro- and postbiotics can influence intestinal health.
Despite the use of modern technology and heightened biosecurity, Mother Nature continues to stay one step ahead of the swine industry when it comes to disease.
This line of research confirms there’s more to soy than we originally thought.
How can the swine industry attract and integrate young people who do not have a traditional background in agriculture?
Artificial intelligence has emerged as a powerful and transformative tool, offering innovative solutions to improve efficiency, animal welfare and profitability across all aspects of swine production.
Bianca Metallo says her recently published study can provide valuable scientific data to help determine the ideal weaning age that will not only benefit the life experience of the pig, but the success of the producer.
A new study delves into two amino acids that acted like a natural boost for piglets’ gut, helping them handle weaning stress, stay healthy, and grow more efficiently.
Fall creates its share of opportunities and challenges for pork producers. Four industry experts share helpful strategies to boost your farm’s health and productivity this fall.
The new report, covering January to September 2025, shows that 82% of samples contained multiple mycotoxins, signaling an escalating risk for global feed and food safety.
Researchers to present newest studies targeting swine feed efficiency.
Rachel Kontz set out to evaluate how two common industry practices interact and affect disease management and biosecurity.
K-State alum Arkin Wu of Riverstone Farms will share insights into China’s pork production.
One of the benefits of the Mycosorb Evo range includes increased efficacy toward key mycotoxins, including DON, fusaric acid and Penicillium-derived toxins.
SINCRO delivers tailor-made, smart solutions to optimize nutrition and animal performance, the company says.
Although entering the pen to verify colostrum production may seem time-consuming or disruptive, a recent study shows this step can significantly impact piglet survival and sow utilization.
Peace of mind, return on investment and the ability to make life-changing decisions faster are just a few reasons why pig farmers are making the decision to purchase more technology on the farm.
Brian Arnold has achieved his share of success in the swine industry. But most would agree his greatest contribution isn’t in what he has achieved – it’s the impact he has had on those who have watched him lead his family through challenging times, including his wife’s cancer diagnosis.
Producers have suspected this for a long time: soybean meal delivers more net energy than NRC values suggest. Researchers at South Dakota State University are digging into why. One explanation is that soybean fibers may fuel the hindgut microbiome, which could improve gut health and support greater weights.
Is split suckling worth it if the research doesn’t show a consistent benefit? Abigail Jenkins offers 3 better ways farm staff can invest time to help pigs and sows thrive.
Early intervention with opportunity sows can help your operation wean more full-value pigs.
Strong relationship over the years has led companies to explore ways to partner more deeply in a new partnership. Alltech CEO says the time is right to align their passionate teams, proven products and shared values.
The industry has experienced quite an evolution in how sows are fed, says Mike Tokach. Now isn’t the time to stop finding ways to make that process better.
With so many uncontrollable costs in the swine industry, everyone wants to find ways to do more with less. A recent study shows how to get more energy out of high-fiber ingredients.
Here’s what’s moving and shaking among new hires in the pork industry at NutriQuest, Farm Health Guardian, TechMix and Midwest Livestock Systems.
Protecting sow herds begins long before anyone walks through the barn door. The feed mill, and the trucks that deliver your feed, can either serve as a strong first line of defense or as a major source of risk.
New research from Texas A&M University shows pork-based, ready-to-eat meals promote better recovery than plant-based options after intense training.
The legs and the feet create the interaction between the animal and the environment, allowing the animal to go to feed, look for water and reproduce.
Weaning stress can damage the intestinal tract, making piglets more susceptible to disease and reducing growth performance. That’s why it’s essential to get the newly weaned pig off to a good start.