Contents tagged with Pig production
18 December 2024
The latest Defra figures show that the overall pig population stood at 4.72 million head as of 1 June 2024.
16 October 2024
The latest Defra data shows that the UK produced 79,500 tonnes of pig meat in September
3 February 2021
13 July 2021
As at 1 March, pig numbers in the US recorded a 4% increase compared to the previous year.
22 October 2019
It's important to measure light, make sure any new installations have timers fitted and provide uniform lighting for pigs. This guide covers the principles of light in relation to pig production, both from a behavioural point of view and from optimising production.
22 October 2019
Key factors to consider when choosing lighting for pig units. This includes the requirements at different stages of production, as well as measuring light and selecting systems.
22 October 2019
A review of lights currently available for pig buildings.
21 November 2024
A series of workshops delivered by technical experts covering each stage of pig production, from service to sale.
11 December 2024
A programme of problem-solving workshops designed to build on existing pig husbandry knowledge
19 November 2019
East Midlands pig club: Come and hear from Sadie Douglas (Primary Diets) about life without zinc oxide.
8 November 2019
East Midlands pig club: Come and hear about how we're working with producers to monitor gilt performance.