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Shower-in and shower-in plus bench entry protocols for prevention of contamination in a swine facility

The objective was to determine if the addition of a bench entry system in a commercial swine facility with a shower lowers the risk of personnel introducing environmental contamination.

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Hygienic status of selected organic enrichment materials used in pigs

Most of the tested organic materials are probably not likely to pose a hygienic risk to pigs and are suitable as enrichment material.

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Picture 1. Plastic boots help prevent cross contamination by footwear.

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Biosecure entry for farm personnel. Preventing two-legged fomites

We highlight different options for segregation of clean/dirty zones at the personnel entrance into the farm. This is where biosecurity starts. Keeping it simple and easy to follow increases the likelihood of an effective protocol.

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The Netherlands will subsidise the farmers that quit farming

The Minister of Agriculture, Ms Carola Schouten, bets for a sustainable pig production and for reducing the risks for health and the environment in high-density areas. The pigs farms that cause trouble and wish to quit theur activity will have the chance to opt for subsidies.

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Biofilm is a Trojan horse for pathogenic bacteria in the drinking water system

Biofilm, “the dirt in water pipes”, the causative agent of problems in the conditions and the quality of the water supply, is the subject of this article.

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Slurry valorization

Sustainable slurry management is an increasing necessity.

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Picture 1: Cart designed for drying and storage of heating lamps from farrowing units (photo courtesy of Grangenia)

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Custom-made cart for safe drying and storage of heat lamps

Using a custom-made cart designed for drying and storage of heating lamps from farrowing units between uses to extent its working life.

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Engineering student and scholarship recipient, Anita Woolf, with Farmex managing director, Hugh Crabtree, at an awards ceremony at Harper Adams University.

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Engineering student wins pig industry scholarship

Engineering student Anita Woolf, from Peterborough, has won a £4,500 scholarship, under the Pig Industry Scholarship Programme operated by AHDB Pork and the NPA in conjunction with Harper Adams University.

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Can we apply principles of outdoor farming on an indoor unit? Facilities and management (II/II)

The second part of this article tells us what we can learn from sow's nesting instinct, creep-feed intake, relationship with the operator and groups formation in camping systems for use in our closed farms.

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Small nipple, great effect

Big Dutchman drinker reduces water consumption and amount of slurry.

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Rugged Cat® S60 smartphone helps pig farmers improve productivity and efficiency

The integrated thermal camera of the Cat S60 allows users to obtain thermal images that come loaded with instant data, which makes it easier for farmers to make corrections and achieve the proper functioning of their equipment, ensure that the animals are comfortable, and increase overall profitability of their farming business.

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