In the evolving landscape of swine production, efficiency and precision are paramount. Sorting technology plays a crucial role in optimizing operations, and ProSort Systems has set the standard for reliability, accuracy, and profitability. Designed with cutting-edge automation and data-driven...
Minoy Cristobal Ph D student in our Lab, presented about the "Effects of diet protein concentration on apparent ileal digestibility of starch and standardized ileal digestibility of protein and amino acids in diets fed to growing pigs". Adapted from...
The financial landscape of U.S. agriculture is undergoing significant shifts as producers face lower crop prices, rising input costs, and evolving trade dynamics. According to a report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City (KC Fed), while challenges...
Maintaining optimal farrowing rates is crucial for efficient pork production. When sow farrowing rates decline, producers must investigate multiple factors that could be affecting reproductive performance.
1. Evaluating Breeding Practices
Proper heat detection and breeding timing are critical. Ensuring accurate estrus...
Abstract: Modified multiplex PCR for serotyping and pathotyping of Streptococcus suis
Introduction. Streptococcus suis is a zoonotic pathogen that causes invasive infections in humans who have been in close contact with infected pigs or contaminated pork-derived products. There is currently no consensus on...
About the Guest
Dr. David Rosero is an Assistant Professor at Iowa State University. He leads a dynamic research program dedicated to advancing swine nutrition and smart farming practices. His current research initiatives include 1) maximizing the nutritional value of...
By: Dr. Jose Soto, Monogastric Research and Technical Lead, Alltech and Dr. Andrew Bents, Swine Technical Veterinarian, Hubbard Feeds
Biosecurity is a term that is often used and often misunderstood. With the intent of protecting their pigs, modern pork producers...
In a recent study, the University of Minnesota's Morrison Swine Health Monitoring Project has provided new insights into the evolution of the Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED) virus in the United States. Since its sudden emergence in 2013, PED has...
The Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER) has released its latest report detailing feed ingredient consumption across the United States for 2023. The comprehensive analysis offers insights into the feed consumption patterns of major livestock, poultry, and aquaculture...
In this episode of 'At the Meeting,' Dr. Bryan Myers and Dr. Christine Mainquist-Whigham take on the challenges of biosecurity breakdowns in swine production. They talk about recent PRRS (Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome) outbreaks in remote biosecure farms...