Influences on the decision to euthanize a compromised pig
The two most salient reasons outlined for the delay of timely euthanasia were uncertainty and misinterpretation of the chance for healing.
articles about farm-staff
Danish Crown to cut 500 jobs
Danish Crown CEO Niels Duedahl has announced a comprehensive organisational adjustment to deal with the financial crisis facing the company.
Summary of the 27th IPVS and 15th ESPHM-ECPHM: Reproduction, welfare, and nutrition
In this third installment, Antonio Palomo summarizes the papers presented on reproduction, nutrition, precision livestock farming, and other aspects of swine production.
Generational succession: Considerations for success
it is vitally important to be aware of the difficulties that this process can entail. Consequently, considerations must be made to ensure a good outcome.
The human factor: Are we ready to eradicate PRRS?
Farmer profiling to understand their objections or willingness towards PRRS elimination using the ADKAR change management model.
SHIC assesses factors affecting pig caretaker motivation in wean-to-harvest biosecurity
Results suggest the swine industry’s challenge with biosecurity compliance is not wholly driven by issues with motivation.
EuroTier: Apply now for the Women in Ag Award
The international "Women in Ag Award" will be conferred for the third time at EuroTier.
Animal depopulation resiliency check-in tool training video available from AASV
The tool is a 5-question public health protocol for stakeholders who are preparing for, participating in, and recovering from animal depopulation.
Visit to the IFIP-Institut du Porc experimental swine station
Since 1998, IFIP has had an experimental farm located in Romillé, Brittany, France, which allows them to run all types of trials at all stages of production.
Applying outbreak investigation findings to improve biosecurity
A case study on identifying and addressing entry-related biosecurity hazards on a sow farm.
Farm personnel's resistance to euthanizing pigs
A deep introspection from the perspective of our staff.
Denmark launches initiatives for improved animal welfare
This will form the basis for Denmark's first animal welfare agreement.
Pedregales farm: Innovating to face challenges in the swine industry
What can we do to face the challenges in the industry? Innovate, research, and bring science closer to the field.
The feed mill faced with health challenges in pig production
Today's swine industry depends on a supply of properly balanced feed, the quality and safety of which are critical to pig health, welfare, and maximum productive performance.
U.S. working group to tackle agriculture workforce challenges
A Bipartisan Agricultural Labor Working Group has been formed to focus on the workforce issues faced by the nation's agricultural producers.
La Almenara farm: Porc d’Or Special Award from the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture 2022
This award recognizes farms that excel in the areas of quality, biosecurity, health, animal welfare, and reducing environmental impact.