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New AI station commissioned in Malta
A new AI station has been commissioned in Malta, using stock, expertise and equipment from Britain. Funded by KIM, the island’s pig co-operative, it…
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New feed supplement boosts piglet production
Following recognition under the UFAS feed approval scheme UK pig farmers now have access to a new product, Digeston-K, a feed supplement that can…
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English pig herd grows
The English pig herd has grown by four per cent over the last year according to the latest figures released by Defra, which is very encouraging says…
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NFU applauds less red tape and reduced costs in scheme for pig and poultry producers
The NFU and the Environment Agency have launched a new initiative to cut red tape and reduce costs for farmers. The farm assurance scheme for pig and…
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All-in, all-out – too hot or too cold?
Batch production — the all-in, all-out management method for finishing pigs — is placing increasing strains on ventilation systems, particularly in…
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Thompson’s tip: Beware ‘parity drift’
In the last few years a significant number of producers have restocked or expanded their herds through organic growth. In these situations it is very…
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Water boosts weaning weights
A simple change to the watering regime in the farrowing houses is enabling a Suffolk farmer to rear an extra 1–1.5 piglets a litter and reduce his…
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New UK sales manager for ACMC
Tim Clarke has been appointed UK sales manager by Yorkshire-based breeding company, ACMC. Mr Clarke has wide production and marketing experience…
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Pork has a Merry Christmas
Pork had a really great Christmas and sales were surging ahead throughout 2009! Latest figures from BPEX show in the four weeks to December 27…
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Weak sows will be easier to identify
Strong or weak? For a sow the difference can determine whether she is sent to the incineration plant or is allowed to live a little longer…
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