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WEBWatch the latest episode. This Week in Agribusiness, August 31, 2024. Highlights from Farm Progress Show, markets, and more featured this week. This Week in Agribusiness, August 10, 2024. Mike Pearson gets a check on Midwest crops, harvest equipment and a look at propane for this this fall’s harvest season. This Week in Agribusiness, July 20 ...
Maintain a comfortable environment for pigs - National Hog Farmer
WEBOct 7, 2015 · McManus says 1-inch of feeder space per pig is needed for pigs ranging from 40 to 50 pounds. As the pigs grow larger than 50 pounds, the recommended feeder space increases to 2-inches per pig. The amount of feed in the feeder can then help increase consumption. “We recommend a 50 percent pan coverage when looking at feeders,” McManus says.
Management of the gilt for breeding and in first gestation for …
WEBApr 16, 2015 · Management of the gilt for breeding and in first gestation for longevity. April 16, 2015. 15 Min Read. The goal of the breeding herd is to consistently meet pig production targets by ensuring farrowing facilities are fully utilized. To achieve predictable pig flow, groups of mature females are bred within a defined timeframe.
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WEBMarch 26, 2024. 2 Min Read. Merck Animal Health has received license approval from the USDA for Sequivity with Microsol Diluvac Forte (MDF) adjuvant prescription vaccine for use in gilts and sows. The vaccine utilizes the innovative RNA Particle Technology that is part of its legacy Sequivity platform combined with the power of MDF, the same ...
A primer on hog prices - National Hog Farmer
WEBSep 3, 2018 · While spot prices have been very low, they are received by a minority of producers on a vast minority of the hogs. While today’s “hog market” might best be represented by $37.04 in Figure 1, the best representative of producer revenue is $52.37.
All sizes of family run hog farms important - National Hog Farmer
WEBJul 20, 2015 · Midsize family farms – GCFI between $350,000 and $999,999, and. Large-scale family farms – with large family farms having GCFI between $1,000,000 and $4,999,999 and very large family farms having GCFI of $5,000,000 and more. Non-family farms are defined as any farm where the operator and persons related to the operator do not own a majority ...
What is the modern swine technology landscape? - National Hog …
WEBDec 27, 2023 · The modern swine industry is embracing a transformative approach with its three-layered technological landscape, mirroring the efficiencies of healthcare technology. This sophisticated structure—from historical data analysis to real-time actionable insights and precision care—facilitates a more informed, agile and proactive management of ...
National Pork Board launches AgView - National Hog Farmer
WEBNov 10, 2020 · The National Pork Board has announced the launch of AgView, a technology solution to help the U.S. pork industry respond faster than ever before possible in the event of a foreign animal disease outbreak.
Research reaffirms the necessity of tail docking for pigs
WEBDec 30, 2016 · In conclusion, the scientists reaffirm the short-term pain of tail docking seems worthwhile to protect pigs from suffering tail damage later in the grow-finish phase. Researchers: Yuzhi Li and Lee Johnston, West Central Research and Outreach Center, University of Minnesota, Morris, and Wayne Martin, University of Minnesota Extension, St. …
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WEBApr 29, 2022 · Country View Family Farms, LLC has selected Pennsylvania for its more than $47.3 million feed mill expansion project that will create at least 51 new jobs in Union County. "Pennsylvania successfully competed against other states for this expansion – a project that will have a big impact on the regional …