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WEBAug 30, 2024 — Specifically, results demonstrated that emerging disease alarms could be identified four weeks earlier than the first official diagnosis of PEDV in the U.S. Unexpected increases in negative test results can serve as a warning system to alert veterinarians and producers of an emerging swine disease. Read the full report, published by PLOS ONE ...
Management of the gilt for breeding and in first gestation for …
WEBApr 16, 2015 — Expectations for gilt fertility. Gilt maturity is recognized when targeted age, weight and cycle maturity are reached. Reproductive performance and longevity are optimal when gilt breeding occurs near 230 days of age, 300 pounds (136 kilograms), with adequate backfat and at second or third estrus.
U.S. sow mortality trends continue to climb - National Hog Farmer
WEBDec 13, 2023 — Sow mortality trends. Below is a 10-year chart for average U.S. sow death loss from 2014 thru November 2023. This graph should be quite alarming to see the 6.9% (76.7% change) increase from not only 2014 to current, but also the 1.5% increase from just last year. To put the 15.9% average for 2023 into perspective, 318 …
National Pork Board to Mark 25th Anniversary - National Hog …
WEBNov 8, 2011 — Meeting 25 years and a few days after the first National Pork Board convened, members of the National Pork Board will gather Nov. 15-16 in Des Moines to celebrate the board's silver anniversary and to continue the work begun with the launch of the Pork Checkoff in November 1986. “I was looking …
Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program payments to start this week
WEBJul 26, 2022 — The USDA is increasing the amount of funding available for the Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program and expects to issue approximately $62.8 million in pandemic assistance payments to hog producers starting this week. SMHPP assists eligible producers who sold hogs through a spot market sale from April 16, 2020, through Sept. 1, 2020.
Designing ‘greener’ pig barns - National Hog Farmer
WEBSep 19, 2011 — Pen size and stocking rate. Providing 8 sq. ft./market hog is common, so pen size is adjusted to the most preferred, most manageable group size. The number of pigs/pen is a matter of preference and available labor. Rates could be 16 to 100 pigs/pen, but the group agreed that 30 pigs/pen was most common and easiest to manage.
Strong wholesale pork prices continue to support hog prices
WEBJun 26, 2024 — Wholesale pork prices last month supported hog prices, which also likely contributed to higher dressed weights. “Higher prices for bellies, loins and ribs accounted for most of the higher value of the wholesale pork carcass in May. Through June 7, the wholesale value of the pork carcass was $100.82, more than 16% higher than in the same ...
Wisconsin adopts new swine movement rules
WEBThe swine would be quarantined after arrival until a herd plan is written by the herd veterinarian and approved by the department. The new rule begins Feb. 1. The previous rule requires, with some exceptions, that swine imported to Wisconsin be accompanied by a valid certificate of veterinary inspection. Sometimes an import permit is also required.
Good time of year for pit pumping pointers - National Hog Farmer
WEBJan 24, 2018 — During cold weather, run all pit fans and at least one 36-inch fan with the tunnel curtain open to 6-12 inches (again, 300 to 400 FPM air speed is desired at the curtain inlet). For both warm and cold weather, continue elevated ventilation for at least two hours after pumping stops. Regardless of barn type, stir fans should be used parallel to ...
African swine fever: Do you know the signs and symptoms?
WEBMar 21, 2019 — High fever. Decreased appetite and weakness. Red/blotchy skin lesions. Diarrhea, vomiting. Coughing. Difficulty breathing. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service urges anyone who suspects sick pigs to report it immediately to their veterinarian, or to state or federal animal health officials. USDA’s hotline to report ...