It is crucial for farmers who raise finishing pigs to be aware of the various housing options available for their livestock, including the hoop barn structure. […]

Cutting-edge technology is now being used across the livestock production industry to improve efficiency, reduce human error, and help to target specific issues for better performance. […]

Raising pigs outdoors presents some specific requirements in order to keep the herd healthy and happy. It all comes down to maintaining a close eye on […]

Analytics play such a prominent role in measuring herd performance on commercial farms that the data collected on livestock can be used to improve productivity and […]

Of prime importance for any swine operation is providing a proper farrowing environment for your sow and piglets, including proper swine temperature requirements. Maximum performance for […]

In hog farming, gestation crates are utilized as an individual pen in which sows and gilts are confined during the period of pregnancy. Also known as […]

What to feed pigs is an important first step to ensure maximum weight gain for the herd. Feeding and nutritional strategies for pigs, no matter the […]

Maintaining a minimum ventilation rate for barns and other livestock housing is an important factor in improving productivity and thus, profitability, of farming operations. Animals within […]

Pig weaning is a time of significant change and stress in a pig’s life. In fact, that period has been noted by researchers as the most […]

Modern pig farming technology has transformed pig farms across the country and around the world. The successful pig farm today is one where farmers use technology […]