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Hendrix Genetics, a global multi-species animal breeding company, and BHZP, Germany's largest pig breeding company, are pleased to announce the renewal of their distribution agreement for DB77 boars. This renewed five-year agreement will further strengthen their collaboration to meet...
Kendall Weger, Technical Services Specialist at PIC, presented a lot of great data and tips around P1 development in her presentation at the PSC Producer Meetings. A sustainable P1 development program should consist of three important areas, including selection...
Farmscape for November 4, 2024 Full Interview 8:48 Listen An animal science professor with Colorado State University suggests, when it comes to health and welfare, aggression and animal handling, genetics is a key factor to consider. "Pig Handling and...
Abstract Reproduction is classically controlled by gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH-I) and its receptor (GnRHR-I) within the brain. In pigs, a second form (GnRH-II) and its specific receptor (GnRHR-II) are also produced, with greater abundance in peripheral vs. central reproductive tissues. The...
In the swine genetics space, the term "realized genetic value" is more than just a buzzword—it's the gold standard of genetic improvement. At AcuFast, we've built our reputation on delivering this value, leveraging a unique triad of strengths: our...
PIC, a global leader in swine genetics and pork quality, proudly announces a significant milestone as its PIC® Pork Quality Compass™ program now includes 50 processing plants worldwide. This achievement underscores PIC’s unwavering commitment to driving excellence in pork...
It is more important for both survival and results that your gilts have the right weight and body condition at mating than the right age. You can use a measuring tape to “weigh” your gilts – it’s both cheap...
In a significant development for the swine industry, global multispecies genetics company Hendrix Genetics has signed an agreement to merge its swine division, Hypor, with Danish Genetics and its partners. This merger marks a pivotal strategic alliance aimed at...
Topigs Norsvin is pleased to announce the appointment of Dick Hordijk as its new CEO. He will make up the Board of Directors of Topigs Norsvin alongside the current directors, Pieter van Sundert (CFO) and Hans Olijslagers (CTO). Dick...
In his PhD thesis, Paweł Piotr Suliga has developed new methods to assess pork meat quality. His methods could potentially outperform existing monitoring tools, tackling the growing quality issues in the meat industry. Pork production and demand have been steadily...
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