Genomics projects awarded $2.5 million from government, industry
DNA marker identifying lower-stress sows could save the Ontario pork industry $12.9-million in losses by saving piglets from being crushed or savaged by sows.
Genetics and reproduction
Magapor and Guyue sign historic agreement to build the largest boar stud worldwide
The two companies will build a 1,000-head boar stud in China which will be the largest boar stud in the world.
Collaboration the Key to New Pork Pact
Top breeder organizations Hendrix Genetics (Hypor) and German-based BHZP sign agreement, improving market concentration and collaboration.
What is gene editing?
This unfamiliar concept may sound strange to someone outside the industry, but this video explains that we have made breeding choices for thousands of years.
The "Alliance to end surgical castration of swine" announces precision breeding successes
Gene-editing can be used to eliminate the need for castration and improve farm-animal welfare.
Hypor Magnus: Top Choice for your Bottom Line
As you might expect from a line that offers the best of both worlds – high quality pigs and high quality pork – the Hypor Magnus bested its rival in some vital areas for producers.
The right combination of a brilliant concept and a robust pig
A passion for animals is of great importance in pig farming – something that is familiar to Edwin Elshof. A passion for animals, in particular pigs, is what inspired him to become a pig farmer and to carry on with the family firm.
Asian market success: team up or miss out
If you’re looking for an area of the world with limitless potential for pork genetics, look no further than the East and Southeast Asian markets.
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