by Sean Daly | Aug 7, 2018 | Latest News
In the pig industry, there are those who adhere to one set of practices and those who cling to others. However, with the development of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board’s Farm Excellence Network and its farmer to farmer learning initiatives, debates...
by Sean Daly | Jul 31, 2018 | Latest News
Pig farming is an age-old enterprise that has been active for centuries. It has its “tried and true” methods and practices, and yet it is also one of the more technologically advanced areas of modern farming, too. Unfortunately, many farmers remain unaware...
by Sean Daly | Jul 24, 2018 | Latest News
If you are involved in pig breeding and pig farming, it is likely that you are already aware of the higher level of intelligence in the livestock you raise. Compared to other commonly raised animals, pigs are exceptionally intelligent, with some experts indicating...
by Sean Daly | Jul 17, 2018 | Latest News
It is no secret that consumers are making more and more demands on those who produce foods of all kinds. Terms like “No GMO” and “organic” are but a few of the terms that farmers face as they seek to remain competitive and profitable. These...
by Sean Daly | Jul 10, 2018 | Latest News
Anyone involved in pig farming is well aware of the many challenges it presents. Not only do pigs pass through very specific stages of life; each of which requires specific pig housing and feeding methods, but the seasons also pose challenges. For example, there are...
by Sean Daly | Jul 3, 2018 | Latest News
Pigs are very smart and have specific behaviours that keep them happy. These are natural instincts such as rooting for food. They also have no knuckles and cannot grasp anything with their feet, which is another reason they use those excavator-like snouts. Long years...
by Sean Daly | Jun 26, 2018 | Latest News
Though you may not yet have jumped on the proverbial bandwagon where modern pig farming equipment is concerned, it is never too late to learn about the latest advances in technology in pig keeping. As one expert has said, “The use of technology in agriculture...
by Sean Daly | Jun 19, 2018 | Latest News
Food costs rate as the highest or greatest expense for pig farmers, and most are always looking for any methods or innovations in the most cost effective ways to feed, grow and finish pigs. Many experienced farmers turn to the latest pig farm equipment as a resource,...
by Sean Daly | Jun 12, 2018 | Latest News
Whether you are interested in intensive pig farming practices or you just run a very well managed farm, you know that overseeing your resources is an important part of your day to day business. Regardless of how bountiful your farm may be in materials such as forage,...
by Sean Daly | Jun 5, 2018 | Latest News
How many pathways can pathogens follow to make their way into your pig farm’s population? There are scores of internal and external biosecurity risks that can allow pathogens to be introduced to your farm in multiple ways. Though it is a good practice to vaccine...
