What the textbooks don't tell you... - Pig Progress

Pigs can often make up for much of the post-weaning check. - Photo: Henk Riswick

29-06-2020 | Expert opinion

Compensatory growth post-weaning – does it exist?

Finisher pigs being loaded for transport to the slaughterhouse. - Photo: Ronald Hissink

08-06-2020 | Expert opinion

Comparing contracts for finisher pigs

Media might call for an interview at some point. Good preparation can help. Photo: Shutterstock

17-02-2020 | Expert opinion

7 steps for managing media coverage of pigs

Udder oedema in sows. Photo: Hans Prinsen

13-01-2020 | Expert opinion

All about sows, udders and MMA (part 2)

A set of healthy udders on a farm in the Netherlands. Photo: Ronald Hissink

02-12-2019 | Expert opinion

All about sows, udders and MMA (part 1)

Pathogens are a typical stressor for neonatal pigs. Illustration: Shutterstock

04-11-2019 | Expert opinion

A long list of common stress factors for pigs

A finisher pig at a trough in a farm in Italy that is actively working on achieving a higher immunity status for its pigs. Photo: Henk Riswick

23-09-2019 | Expert opinion

Immunity: What can pig farmers do themselves?

Having proper ventilation is important for many reasons. Photo: Ton Kastermans

22-07-2019 | Expert opinion

Airbag ventilation in 10 easy steps

A fan in a swine farm under construction in northern Spain. Photo: Vincent ter Beek

13-05-2019 | Expert opinion

7 pig house ventilation rules and why they matter

Photo: RONALD HISSINK

08-04-2019 | Expert opinion

Deep straw in pigs – when does it work?

Illustration: Shutterstock

18-03-2019 | Expert opinion

Pig gut health: Exposing some hidden corners

Is the pig house too hot in summer? Paint it white! Photo: Bert Jansen

18-02-2019 | Expert opinion

Is the pig house too hot in summer? Paint it white!

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