Tyson Foods opens new food production facility to meet demand for iconic bacon brands
The new plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky was built to support a significant expansion of its bacon production capabilities.
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WELTEC BIOPOWER develops new, intuitive user interface for biogas plant control systems
WB Control: Comprehensive monitoring of the entire biogas plant for optimum performance.
Applying outbreak investigation findings to improve biosecurity
A case study on identifying and addressing entry-related biosecurity hazards on a sow farm.
Austria moves ahead with banning fully slatted floors for pigs
The 17-year transition period for fully slatted pens has been considered too long.
DeathBoars: Italy's project for preventing ASF
Camera traps, data loggers, and simulations are all involved in the DeathBoars project for the prevention of African swine fever in northeast Italy.
Tip: A better straw dispenser for pigs
Straw is the best enrichment material to meet pigs' needs. How can we provide it?
German State aid schemes approved to improve pig welfare
The European Commission has approved two German State aid schemes totaling €1 billion to improve animal welfare in livestock breeding.
Novel trailer types for transportation of pigs to slaughter
Effects on trailer microclimate, pig behaviour, physiological response, and meat quality under Canadian summer conditions.
South Korea aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the livestock industry
The Ministry of Agriculture will improve the treatment of livestock waste by transforming it into bioenergy, biochar, and solid fuels.
Denmark launches initiatives for improved animal welfare
This will form the basis for Denmark's first animal welfare agreement.
Netherlands: Newly proposed cost price calculation for "Better Life" pigs
Wageningen Economic Research has developed a new cost price calculation for pigs with the Better Life quality mark.
Colombia to launch Sanitary and Phytosanitary Geoportal
The new public geostatistical information tool facilitates strategic decision-making and benefits the country's agricultural and livestock health.
Tip: How to reduce drafts in the barn
This farmer's solution mitigates the effect of wind blowing through the windows, whether we have mechanical or natural ventilation.
Self-administration of a Salmonella vaccine by domestic pigs
This technology could benefit commercial pig production while providing an enriched behavioral environment.
EPA proposes regulation to reduce pollution from meat processing plants
The agency’s proposal would cut the amount of nitrogen, phosphorus, and other pollutants discharged to the nation’s waters.
Artificial intelligence in the swine industry: an unstoppable present
Artificial intelligence is not a passing fad in the swine industry but an ongoing revolution that is redefining the industry.