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Busting 5 myths around biosecurity in pig farming

WEBBiosecurity in swine production is pivotal for maintaining herd health, preventing the introduction and spread of infectious diseases, and ensuring the …

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For the latest innovations and developments of health

WEBUnderstanding the function of the ruminal microbiome. For more articles on gut health Read our Health dossier for indispensable insights into enhancing pig well-being, …

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What does science say about mRNA vaccines for pigs

WEBMerck platform “Sequivity” The Merck Animal Health (MSD Animal Health outside the US and Canada) Sequivity platform is a basis for the creation of RNA …

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Confirming gut health without touching the pig

WEBConfirming gut health without touching the pig. Intestinal integrity refers to how well the structure of the epithelia is maintained. It is increasingly possible to …

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Dietary design: Particle size distribution in piglet feed

WEBDifferent grinds resulted in similar pellet hardness and durability. Mean particle size of the fine diet was 138 µm, of the coarse diet 291 µm and of the optimal …

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VIDEO: 4 tips for good vaccination practices

WEBIn swine production, these days it is common to try to keep antibiotics usage as low as possible. It is therefore crucial to make sure piglets remain healthy and are well protected. A decent vaccination protocol should be part of that strategy. Mark Schyns …

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The latest innovations and developments in health and nutrition

WEBHealth/Nutrition. For the latest innovations and developments in the world of pig health and nutrition. Including African Swine Fever and a Health Tool on the major diseases …

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5 factors regulating feed efficiency in pigs

WEBIn intensive swine production systems, feed comprises 60-70% of the total cost of pork production, and within feed, energy alone represents 50% or more of the total …

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Stabilising the microbiota – essential for gut health

WEBStabilising the microbiota. One method to tackle microbial activity is to apply a synergistic blend of medium-chain fatty acids (MCFA), slow release C12, target …

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Kinetics: a new label for protein and fibres

WEBThe power of kinetics has been shown in many studies. Trials by Trouw Nutrition showed that formulating with protein kinetics results in lower risk of diarrhoea ( …

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SoundTalks: Automated respiratory disease monitoring technology

WEBEarly intervention triggered by SoundTalks led to better respiratory health and translated in better performance production Figure 1 – The response to respiratory …

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Redefining body condition scoring for gilts and sows

WEBHealth and optimal body condition are key for sows to reach their genetic potential. Body condition scoring is a manual method of estimating back fat on a scale of …

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Glässer’s Disease

WEBEffects: Fever, inappetence, arthritis, breathing difficulty, cough, nervous signs, death. Glässer’s disease is caused by the bacterium Haemophilus parasuis. The organisms …

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The main win against transboundary diseases: Preventing them

WEBThis is one of the reasons why health authorities around the world are sounding the alarm: although preventing such diseases involves high costs, their consequences are even …

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Leg Weakness (Osteochondrosis)

WEBEffects: Difficulty rising or walking, swaying, misshapen limbs. Osteochondrosis is a generalised skeletal disease with leads to leg weakness. The changes have been …

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Improving gut health with micro-encapsulation

WEBFeed manufacturers have used Maxx Performance slow-release micro-encapsulated copper in poultry diets to improve gut health and promote overall performance. In fact, slow …

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Join the Pig Research Summit: Think Piglet Health and Nutrition …

WEBAbstract deadline for THINK Piglet Summit: February 20, 2023. If you are leading research into a subject that could be relevant for the THINK Piglet Health & …

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