ABSTRACT
A longitudinal study was conducted to assess the impact of different antimicrobial exposures of nursery-phase pigs on patterns of phenotypic antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in...
Authored by Tom Weber Ph.D., and Michael Edmonds Ph.D. of Kent Nutrition Group
Average finishing pig mortality continues to increase (4.6% in 2012 vs. 5.2%...
Introduction
When designing grazing systems for outdoor pigs, consider the natural behavior of this species. In addition to their trampling and rooting activities that can...
Background & Objectives
African swine fever (ASF) is a highly contagious viral disease of domestic and wild pigs, responsible for massive losses with a mortality...
Farrowing can be a stressful process for both caretaker and the sow involved. Understanding how to use pharmaceutical technologies that supports the farrowing process...
Department of Pathology and Microbiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Université de Montréal, Saint-Hyacinthe, QC J2S 2M2, Canada
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Groupe de Recherche et d’Enseignement en Salubrité Alimentaire...
Iowa State University scientists are leading a new study to mine the intricate content of pigs’ blood cells to improve selection for disease resilience.
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Abstract
Low feed consumption during the first 3 d post-weaning disrupts nutrient intake and results in what is commonly known as a post-weaning growth check....
Introduction
A common procedure for vaccine administration for pigs has been the needle-syringe device, with intramuscular administration. However, this method is considered to be...
Spray dried plasma (SDP) is a highly digestible, high-protein ingredient widely used in feed for weaned pigs. The benefits of SDP on growth performance,...