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Impact of Sow Feeding on Pig Birth Weights
2014-02-27 19:04:00| National Hog Farmer
By Laura Greiner The average number of pigs born per sow has increased steadily over the years. As sows continue to increase the total born, the total litter weight rises however, not at the same proportion as the number of pigs born. Therefore, the average birth weight has a tendency to be lowered with larger litters. Data demonstrate that lower birth weight pigs have a higher chance of piglet pre-weaning mortality. Lower birth weight pigs are also delayed when it comes to days needed to reach market weight. In response to the concern of birth weights, nutritionists and reproduction specialists have been investigating ways to improve birth weights through sow feeding programs. read more
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New Rules for Pig Industry Strengthen Canada's Livestock Sector
2014-02-27 01:00:00| ThePigSite - Industry News
CANADA - After extensive industry consultation, the Harper Government is further strengthening Canada's livestock sector by enhancing its capacity to track animals from farm to slaughter through a mandatory national pig traceability system.
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Positive Signals for Scottish Pig Producers
2014-02-25 01:00:00| ThePigSite - Industry News
SCOTLAND, UK - Finished pig prices remain five to six per cent up year-on-year, despite the typical new year dip in prices post the festive season, according to the latest analysis from Quality Meat Scotland (QMS).
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EU Pig Price Quotations Steady Due to Continuous Demand
2014-02-25 01:00:00| ThePigSite - Industry News
EU - The Russian ban on pork imports from the EU remains the number one topic of conversation throughout Europe. However, the EU slaughter pig prices are staying on the level so far achieved this week.
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Registration Open for Pig Performance Symposium Offered by Zoetis
2014-02-21 01:00:00| ThePigSite - Industry News
US - Online registration is open for Evaluating, Optimizing and Utilizing Technologies to Improve Pig Performance, a symposium offered by Zoetis. This special technology symposium is free and will be held immediately following the Midwest meeting of the American Society of Animal Science (ASAS).
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