Weaned Pigs

New program sets course for 30 PSY

05/14/2012 1:32:05 PM

Land O’Lakes Purina Feed, LLC has rolled out a new industry initiative – the “Feeding for 30 Program,” as part of its ongoing commitment to animal nutrition. The program builds on the industry goal of achieving 30 pigs per sow per year (PSY). ... Full story.

U.S. pork producers celebrate Earth Day

04/21/2012 6:10:00 AM

America’s pork producers celebrated Earth Day, April 22, just like they do each day. They understand that providing a safe, wholesome food supply for consumers is an important responsibility ... Full story.

New procedures help diagnose Mycoplasma-associated arthritis

04/18/2012 9:57:17 AM

Data from the Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (ISU-VDL) shows that diagnosis of Mycoplasma hyosynoviae and Mycoplasma hyorhinis-associated arthritis has increased in swine in the Midwest United States. ... Full story.

Nutritional value of whey co-products for weanling pigs

04/09/2012 1:10:25 PM

New research from the University of Illinois sheds light on the nutritional value of whey powder and whey permeate as a lactose source for pigs. ... Full story.

Brumm Speaks Out: SEW prices and new nursery designs

04/09/2012 1:02:11 PM

Pork producers are beginning to act nervous about profit prospects this fall. SEW prices continue to decline, both on the contract and spot market as the Chicago futures continue to gradually decline in value. ... Full story.

NPB to consider a public swine education center

02/29/2012 1:00:00 PM

Pork industry leaders will discuss a whole host of topics at this week’s Pork Industry Forum in Denver, but among those leading the list for the National Pork Board will be a request for financial support of a public swine education center. ... Full story.

Swine dysentery - A re-emerging threat

02/02/2012 5:35:00 AM

Swine dysentery, which had largely disappeared during the 1990s, poses several challenges to pigs and producers alike. In 2005, only three samples were found positive by the Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. By 2010, the number had grown to 84. ... Full story.

Webinar for answers to PRRS, Dec. 21

12/08/2011 5:00:00 AM

On Dec. 21, a free webinar-- “PRRS: Strategies to keep it at bay”—will feature Dr. Scott Dee, world-renown expert on PRRS transmission, biosecurity and aerobiology. ... Full story.

Feed processing strategies can improve margins

11/30/2011 5:25:00 AM

Feed processing is an important on-farm management strategy to lower costs and improve feed efficiency. Producers can achieve improved feed efficiency of pigs by decreasing feed particle size and by pelleting feeds. ... Full story.

Save on winter heating costs

11/23/2011 5:25:00 AM

With energy costs rising rapidly, time spent identifying where you can increase barn heating efficiency can pay off in reduced energy costs this winter. ... Full story.

Watch for mycotoxins

10/25/2011 6:00:00 AM

As corn harvest winds down, farmers need to watch for potential molds and fungus in corn. Fields that were hit with late-summer hail could pose a particular risk. Also drought-stressed corn is susceptible to aflatoxin. ... Full story.

Heat warning: Check on pigs and people

07/20/2011 7:30:00 AM

Even though most pork producers run operations where hogs are housed in buildings to protect them from the blazing sun, the excessive temperatures and humid conditions that have settled into the U.S. mid-section can still take a toll on pigs and people. ... Full story.

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