PigTek’s October 2024 newsletter highlights the latest advancements and innovations in swine management, focusing on optimizing productivity and animal welfare. This edition covers updates on cutting-edge equipment, insightful industry news, and expert recommendations for seasonal maintenance and biosecurity practices....
Washpower specializes in developing efficient, automatic power-washing robots for the agriculture and industrial sectors. Their flagship product is a wash robot designed to clean all types of hog barns. Since 2016, they’ve sold more than 1,500 wash robots, simplifying...
The pork industry is constantly evolving, with producers seeking innovative solutions to enhance their facilities and optimize production. Renovating existing barns is a practical and cost-effective way to meet the changing needs of a farm. This remodel offers a...
In a major advancement for hog production in the Midwest, a cutting-edge 5,000-head hog finishing barn has been constructed in Milnor, North Dakota, by Sundale Colony. The new facility represents the latest in hog farming technology and innovation, incorporating...
As cold weather approaches, swine producers can perform barn maintenance checks now to help ensure a healthy environment for the fall and winter seasons.
Mark Oberreuter, system design engineer for AP, recommends the following checklist to prepare for cooler temperatures.
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Reuters’ Gram Slattery and Kanishka Singh reported that “Donald Trump said on Monday he would slap a 200% tariff on John Deere’s imports into the United States if the company moved production to Mexico as planned, comments that hit...
In the fast-paced world of hog production, time and labor efficiency are critical. ProSort Automatic Hog Sorters are designed to address this need by reducing the time spent sorting and loading hogs. Thanks to their advanced technology and well-thought-out...
Bon Homme Colony, located in Tabor, South Dakota, is a well-established agricultural community with a long history of successful farming. Managing over 5,300 acres of land and maintaining a diverse range of livestock, the colony has thrived by integrating...
Concrete surfaces in agricultural environments are subjected to harsh conditions, including constant pig traffic and exposure to corrosive acids. These conditions can lead to cracks, spalling, and deterioration, compromising the safety and functionality of facilities. Vantek's V-Gard system offers...
As the swine industry evolves, the need for advanced technology that enhances efficiency and profitability becomes increasingly crucial. One such technology is the sorter, a device that automates the sorting of pigs based on weight, ensuring uniform groups for...