New research suggests that providing pig with enrichment in the barn can lead to healthier and happier pigs and save money through reduced veterinary costs and greater daily gains.
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A happy pig is more productive
Swine enrichment can create significant savings for producers
American company to debut eggs from in-ovo sexed chicken flock
American company NestFresh will begin marketing eggs from in-ovo sexed chickens next year, a feat it's touting as a leap forward for animal welfare.
The changing face of veterinary medicine and beef production
Beef production has changed dramatically as techniques have improved, and that's a story the public needs to hear
Beef production has changed dramatically as animal care techniques have improved, and that’s a story the public needs to hear.
California dairy recalls unpasteurized products
Recall sparked by findings of bird flu
Raw Farm, a dairy based in Fresno, California, voluntarily recalled most of its raw milk products for the second time in asmany weeks on Dec. 3 after bird flu was discovered at its facilities.
Serotonin key to understanding feedlot pneumonia?
Looking at serotonin and the human form of atypical interstitial pneumonia could pave way for answers into cause of AIP in feedlot cattle
Looking at serotonin and the human form of atypical interstitial pneumonia could pave way for answers into cause of AIP in feedlot cattle.
Sometimes one treatment isn’t enough when treating cattle
Most veterinary medications for cattle are single use but sometimes re-treatment is the best plan
Most veterinary medications for cattle are single use, but sometimes re-treatment is the best plan.
Pandemic preparedness bill could tighten noose on animal agriculture: industry
Bill C-293 contains ill-defined terms and heavy-handed language that unfairly targets animal agriculture, livestock groups say
Bill C-293, a pandemic prevention and preparedness bill, contains ill-defined terms and heavy-handed language that unfairly targets animal agriculture, livestock groups say.
Manitoba names new chief veterinary officer
Veterinary office long-timer Dr. Glen Duizer will take the top role
Manitoba Agriculture long-timer Dr. Glen Duizer will is now Manitoba's chief veterinary officer.
Head shaking in horses: How serious is it?
How worried should you be if your horse is always shaking its head? It could be an equipment problem, or it could be a deeper health issue
Should owners be worried if their horse shakes its head all the time? It can be a normal behavior, such as when a horse is trying to ward off flies, but it can also indicate a more serious problem. Repetitive head movements can vary from mildly irritating to severely debilitating. Horses and ponies can be
How the livestock industry can implement better disease surveillance
We may never be truly ready for the next wave of livestock disease, but more can be done to defend ourselves and our stock
We may never be truly ready for the next wave of livestock disease, but more can be done to ensure we are asprepared as possible.
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