A recent study highlights the significant benefits of environmental enrichment on swine welfare, shedding light on the potential improvements for both animal well-being and production efficiency. Conducted by researchers focused on animal science, this study examines how enhanced living...
Farmscape for November 8, 2024
Full Interview 13:08
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An Animal Science Professor with Colardo State University says the handling of livestock and the understanding of animal behavior have improved dramatically since the 1990s. "Pig Handling and Welfare" was...
Farmscape for November 8, 2024
Full Interview 8:49
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The Swine Health Information Center is inviting pork sector stakeholders to provide their input into its annual plan or work planning process. Each year, as part of its mission to...
The Swine Health Information Center has partnered with the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research and the Pork Checkoff to fund a $4 million research program to enhance prevention, preparedness, mitigation, and response capabilities for H5N1 influenza in the...
Farmscape for November 7, 2024
Full Interview 10:33
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Animal health officials are responding to the first case of a pig in the United States testing positive for high path H5N1 avian influenza. On October 30th USDA confirmed that...
Farmscape for November 6, 2024
Full Interview 5:52
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Research conducted by Iowa State University shows tongue tip fluids collected from stillborn and dead piglets can be used to accurately detect the presence of the virus responsible for PRRS....
Quick facts
Hunger often results from optimizing reproductive performance by feeding less during gestation.
Chronic hunger can lead to aggression and cause fight-related injuries in sows.
Feeding high fiber diets can help satisfy the sow’s hunger without affecting reproductive...
Phibro Animal Health Corporation (PAHC) has officially completed its acquisition of Zoetis’ medicated feed additive product portfolio, along with selected water-soluble products. This finalized deal marks a significant expansion in Phibro’s nutritional and health solutions, giving them an enhanced...
Boehringer Ingelheim is expanding its global research and development footprint to advance animal health innovation, with particular implications for the swine industry. Recognizing the critical need for disease resilience and sustainable health practices, the company is ramping up its...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will provide up to $500,000 to Tribes and Tribal organizations to further animal disease prevention, preparedness, and response through the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response...