Tip: Adapt a pen for weaned piglets
How to adapt a normal pen to the specific needs of weaned piglets.
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EuroTier 2024: Spotlight on current topics in the livestock sector
DLG to present the themes of sustainability, animal welfare, and digitalisation in Hanover, Germany.
DanBred dam lines. Key management aspects
We interviewed Jesús Etxart to talk about the latest management recommendations for DanBred sows.
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.
Impact of zinc supplementation on growth performance and body composition in grow-finishing pigs under heat stress
Current zinc recomendations may not optimize growth in finishing pigs under thermoneutral and heat stress conditions.
EFSA evaluates the use of high expansion foam for stunning and killing pigs
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has issued a scientific opinion on the use of high expansion foam to stun and kill pigs and poultry.
Dominance hierarchy in groups of pregnant sows: characteristics and identification of related indicators
Dominance rank of an individual can be estimated according to the feeding order, body weight or parity if there is enough variability in the group.
A record year for Innov’Space
2024 is a record year in terms of awarded stars and special “Judges’ Top Choice” commendations for Innov’Space: 48 innovations have been awarded by the jury.
Denmark's latest animal welfare report
The proportion of controlled pig herds that have received a sanction is just over 30%.
Effects over time of different types of sounds on gestating sows’ behavior
Frequent emission of short sounds can reduce time spent sleeping and cause behavior changes. However, gestating sows can habituate to the sound stimuli and return to normal behavior.
The Netherlands seeks to ban use of electric prods in livestock
The aim is to prevent animal abuse. In practice, electroshock equipment is used too often and not according to the rules.
55th AASV Annual Meeting summary: Vaccines and biosecurity
In this second article, Antonio Palomo summarizes the presentations on vaccines and biosecurity given at AASV 2024.
UWRF’s Humane Handling Institute secures $1 million gift from Rosen Family Foundation, Inc.
Investment endorses institute’s innovative, impactful animal welfare initiatives.
Quality of hams from entire males
The consequences of suspending castration on the rate of destructured hams are poorly understood. An IFIP study shows the frequency of this defect is around 19%.
Impact of enrichment and repeated mixing on resilience in pigs
Enrichment did not enhance the speed of recovery from challenges in pigs, although there were indications of reduced stress
Update on advanced livestock roadshows series at Vietstock Expo & Forum
Livestock roadshows will take place in June, July, and August across key livestock provinces, including Thai Nguyen, Tay Ninh, Dong Nai and Tien Giang.