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African swine fever, labor and trade top of mind for Canadian pork industry. Nov 8, 2024. Farming Business Management. Several House Ag members still battling for reelection. Nov 8, 2024. Livestock Management. Animal feed sector innovations on display. Nov 7, …
Study finds U.S. feral hog population can be managed
Oct 11, 2023 · Every six months, we would go back out and reassess the populations to see how effective the management methods were,” Beasley said. “Most studies estimate that you need to remove 40% to 60% of a wild pig population each year to maintain or significantly reduce a population, and they exceeded that threshold,” Beasley said.
DeWine awards $14M to bolster Ohio’s meat processing industry
Oct 7, 2024 · Governor of Ohio. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik have announced a state investment of $14 million to improve and expand meat harvesting and processing facilities across Ohio. "Meat harvesters and processors help keep our supply chain strong and our grocery stores and ...
Sustainability in large-scale pig production - National Hog Farmer
Sustainability is not as cut and dry as, for instance, simply reducing emissions or conserving water supply. While both concepts are admirable goals, producers, particularly smaller, family-owned farms need realistic, staggered plans that allow change to occur on a reasonable timeframe and in an economically feasible manner.
U.S. pork exports up, beef below August year-ago levels
Oct 10, 2024 · August lamb exports largest since January. Exports of U.S. lamb reached 288 mt in August, up 170% from last year’s low volume. Export value was $1.16 million, up 70%. These results drove January-August exports 20% above last year’s pace in volume (1,946 mt) and 23% higher in value ($10.2 million). While larger shipments to the Caribbean and ...
Five key issues for the U.S. pork industry - National Hog Farmer
Feb 14, 2023 · Five key issues for the U.S. pork industry. Data on hog farm employment shows average wages increased about 10% over past year while number of employees was down 2%. While domestic pork demand has been robust over the past two years, continued strength in the new year will depend on several factors. Rising interest rates and elevated prices for ...
Avoid common pitfalls of gilt management - National Hog Farmer
May 19, 2020 · We often speak about the pillars of gilt management. These are non-negotiable basics of raising gilts that when carried out lead to successful gilt development. These include: Adequate boar exposure. Correct age/size of the gilt. Pre-breeding stall acclimation. Skipping one or two heats prior to breeding.
Benefits of gilt multiplication - National Hog Farmer
May 26, 2022 · Throughout the episode, listeners gain an understanding of what gilt multiplication is, and how it benefits piglets for the long run. Gilt multipliers offer pig farmers a safe and healthy option to secure the future of their wean pigs. These barns practice heightened biosecurity practices to ensure the health of the gilts.
New Legacy Feed mill expands Keystone’s swine, animal nutrition …
Oct 8, 2024 · The Legacy Feed state-of-the-art feed mill was completed in early September and the first load of feed was produced and delivered on Sept. 11. The mill has 1.5 million bushels of grain storage and the capacity to produce 300,000 tons of pelleted hog feed. Legacy Feeds has combined this high-quality feed production with industry-leading swine ...
Country View Family Farms announces $47.3 million feed mill …
Apr 29, 2022 · Country View Family Farms, LLC has selected Pennsylvania for its more than $47.3 million feed mill expansion project that will create at least 51 new jobs in Union County. "Pennsylvania successfully competed against other states for this expansion – a project that will have a big impact on the regional and state economy," said Governor Tom Wolf.