genetics

Result of a good translocation: a sow with a large litter. Photo: DanBred

05-02-2020 | Article

Data model to avoid chromosomal defects

The ideal future sow would combine low maintenance with excellent milk production. Photo: Hans Prinsen

14-08-2019 | Article

Gestating sows hold key to piglet quality

Artist's impression of a healthy intestinal tract with many villi. Illustration: Shutterstock

03-07-2019 | Article

Lawsonia can impact other gut pathogens

Brian Schwartz checking one of his weaner pigs. Photo: Vincent ter Beek

12-06-2019 | Article

A special marriage to a breeding company

Social behaviour in Danish Landrace pigs is heritable, recent research shows. Photo: DanBred

05-06-2019 | Article

Social pigs: A new dimension to pig genetics

Photo: Ronald Hissink

03-06-2019 | News

Dynamics of PCV3 followed in Spanish pig farms

A Topigs Norsvin sow in action . The breeding company is a partner in the Breed4Food consortium. Photo: Ronald Hissink

08-05-2019 | News

Breeding reduces environmental impact with 1% per year

Using meat inspection data for better pig welfare. Photo: Ronald Hissink

16-01-2019 | Article

Using meat inspection data for better pig welfare

Photo: Henk Riswick

07-12-2018 | Article

Can PCV2d be controlled using a PCV2a vaccine?

Photo: Sebastian Kaulitzki

26-11-2018 | News

Genetics may help to measure pig welfare