Fermented wet feed could be game changer for piglet health
There is pressure on European pig producers to find alternative feeding strategies in light of the upcoming EU-wide ban on zinc oxide and the growing trend
Fiber in rice co-products characterized for swine diets Rice co-products in pig diets add fat and fiber, but too much fiber can decrease energy absorption and digestibility.
How to minimize sow stress, aggression in group housing Producers are increasing docility and maintaining efficiency with group sow housing.
Methionine beyond protein synthesis in growing pigs Underestimating the importance of methionine in swine nutrition can have a huge economic impact; DL-HMTBA has extra benefits for pigs in all growth phases.
Salmonella control: Do organic acids solve the problem? Using effective organic acid products under the right conditions can reduce the presence of Salmonella and improve the productivity of our herds.
How lactic fermented pig feeds benefit swine production Fermentation is a dynamic process resulting in a huge multiplication of lactic acid bacteria, production of lactic acid, activation of enzymes
How to treat iron deficiency in neonatal pigs There are many ways to treat iron deficiency today, even though injections remain the most widely employed technique.
Listeria implicated in diarrhea in finishing swine L. monocytogenes may cause clinical disease in finishing pigs that may result from immunosuppression due to high deoxynivalenol exposure
Tips for tackling issues in swine nutrition Learn about reducing and eliminating antibiotic use in pig feed, feeding pre- and post-weaned piglets, and processed proteins and swine nutrition
How to evaluate extra weaning weight from a feed additive How do we evaluate the return on investment in this issue exclusive to pigs?
Researchers create algorithm to predict PEDV outbreaks Goal is to have near-real-time risk predictions so farmers and veterinarians can provide preventive care to high-risk areas and make data-based decisions.
3 contaminants to watch for in sow milk Somatic cell count, endotoxins and mycotoxins are seemingly forgotten threats in sow colostrum and milk that may negatively affect piglets.
How to use medium-chain fatty acids in pig diets In a climate of reduced antibiotic usage, natural fatty acids are becoming popular additive for promoting gut health
Using egg immunoglobulins to enhance piglet survivability The number of healthy piglets weaned is the most important factor for the calculation of profit in piglet production, so it has to be pursued
Boosting piglet immunity with colostrum Colostrum is not only the main source of energy for piglets, but it also provides passive immunity.
New swine industry council to focus on protecting animal, public health National Swine Disease Council will focus on providing recommendations on responding to emerging swine diseases.
Study eyes growing area, nutritional value of soybean meal Research at the University of Illinois is helping to determine the effect of growing conditions on the nutritional value of soybean meal.
Is body condition the right tool to adjust feeding in pregnant sows? Energy intake based on body condition differs greatly from the energy adult sows require. Moreover, the NRC clearly overestimates the sows' maintenance
African swine fever hits largest farm yet in China A modern foreign-invested Chinese pig farm has fallen prey to African swine fever according to the latest report from Reuters
3 strategies for successful piglet creep feeding Understanding when creep feeding is working and when it is not can create savings or performance potential on any pig farm.