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A promise for the future of pig production
Robust pig prices, aided by factors such as the tightening of domestic supply following breeding herd reductions, strong export business…
Breeding
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“I want to become one of the really good guys”
Becoming Scotland’s latest pig monitor farmer isn’t for the faint-hearted, even if the four-year commitment holds the promise of production…
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Roslin research to spearhead genetic understanding
A major new research project is under way at the Roslin Institute, designed to breed elite pigs with a natural…
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Unleashing the next genetic revolution
Something of a revolution is under way in the world of livestock breeding that has the potential to deliver significant…
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Productivity, passion and PRRS control – pivotal for performance success
It’s four years since Gareth Virgo joined JE Porter, and fuelled by his dedication, drive and a determination to do…
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Organic pig farms – a natural choice?
The number of pigs produced in organic systems represented 0.6 per cent of total UK output, according to figures released…
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Data-driven progress behind success of JSR’s new sow
When it was announced that JSR was forming a genetic partnership with Topigs Norsvin in May 2015, it was stated…
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Prolificacy, parameters and model principles
The reproductive performance of UK breeding herds has improved significantly in recent years. Statistics show that indoor breeding herds are…
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Call for urgent action on animal genetic resources
Urgent action is needed to conserve and develop the world’s animal genetic resources in the face of climate change, emerging…
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Sireline change leads to greater finishing herd performance and profits
Ask a pig producer about their current performance and you’re likely to get figures on numbers born, numbers weaned or…