Effect of protein source on nitrogen metabolism in pigs
The protein source in the diet is a determining factor in nitrogen metabolism and the intestinal microbiota in pigs.
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Key Management Tips for Healthy Pig Growth and Better Farm Performance
Successful pig farming depends on much more than feed alone.
BESTMIX challenges feed producers to expect more from feed formulation software at EuroTier 2026
For decades, feed formulation software has focused on one essential question: what is the least-cost formula that meets nutritional, legal and…
SPACE 2026: AI and water management gain ground in livestock farming
The 40th edition of SPACE, held from 15 to 17 September 2026 in Rennes, highlighted several technological developments that are gaining ground…
Full ownership marks next step for Hendrix Genetics Swine
Hendrix Genetics announces that it has acquired full ownership of Hendrix Genetics Swine, marking the next step in the integration and development…
Effect of transitional dietary fiber supplementation on sow production performance
Dietary fiber in transitional diets may support sow health and production performance during the peripartum period by reducing constipation…
EU simplifies food and feed safety requirements
The Council adopted its position on the remaining part of the “Omnibus X” simplification package.
Dietary supplementation with bovine colostrum or sodium butyrate modulates intestinal barrier function and growth in weaned piglets
Weaning is a critical period in piglets, often associated with intestinal barrier disruption, impaired nutrient absorption, and reduced growth…
Effect of Maternal Supplementation with Zinc Bisglycinate on Sow Performance, Milk Metabolomic and Lipidomic Profiles, and the Incidence of Diarrhea in Piglets
Dietary zinc supplementation in piglets has been associated with a lower incidence of diarrhea and improved growth performance; however, the effects…
The Netherlands will phase out tail docking in pigs
The Government of the Netherlands has approved new measures to progressively improve the welfare of farm animals until 2040.
Pig Talks: Rethinking weaning - the search for sustainable solutions
Pig Talks: Rethinking weaning - the search for sustainable solutions Weaning remains one of the biggest challenges in modern pig production, with…
FEFAC calls for an EU contingency plan to safeguard essential EU feed supplies
Ahead of the Agriculture and Fisheries (AGRIFISH) Council on 28–29 September, FEFAC has written to the Irish EU Council Presidency chair for…
Nucléus secures strategic partnership in Ukraine for the distribution and production of PN3 genetics
The partnership covers the introduction, local production, and distribution of the PN3 terminal boar to meet the requirements of the Ukrainian swine…
Denmark puts temporary stop to more and larger conventional pig farms
The Danish government wants to create a new generation of pig production with significantly better animal welfare and more value creation in Denmark.
Closeness in leadership: a relationship that strengthens authority and well-being on pig farms
On pig farms, where the pace of work is fast and decisions must be made precisely, the team’s emotional climate directly influences efficiency and…
3tres3 at SPACE 2026: Forty editions dedicated to the livestock industry
As it does every year, 3tres3 attended SPACE, the International Livestock Show in Rennes, which marked a particularly significant milestone this…
Suino della Marca: the Marche supply chain
In Jesi, the results of the project were presented on 22 September 2026 at the conference “Sperimentazione e Management del Suino della Marca”.
A review of sound-based pig monitoring for enhanced precision production
Pig farming is experiencing significant transformations, driven by technological advancements, which have greatly improved management practices and…
Colostrum and piglet viability: Beyond quantity and immunoglobulins (Part II)
The study shows how the bioactive composition of colostrum, which is influenced by the sow's parity, can affect piglet survival, growth, and…
Short-term stability over time and across situations of behavioral traits in gestating and lactating sows
“Character” consists of a set of traits that show stable individual differences in behavior over time and across the different contexts of a species.
Effect of supplementation with Cynara scolymus extract and inulin on intestinal function and productive performance in weaned piglets
The post-weaning period in piglets is characterized by physiological and environmental stress that can compromise intestinal function and growth…
Genetic parameters and the potential to reduce ear and tail lesions in pigs through breeding
Ear and tail biting in pigs not only affects animal welfare but also causes economic losses.
Characterization of volatile organic compounds in boar secretions: a comparative study of intact and castrated boars for pheromone identification
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) present in boar secretions act as key semiochemicals that influence the reproductive behavior of replacement gilts…
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