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3 weeks ago | thepigsite.com | Zachary Mintus

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Feral hogs vs. farmers: The damage price tag

3 weeks ago | thepigsite.com | Zachary Mintus

Marketing pork Markets and economics Market Trends Wild pig populations remain firmly established across much of the southern and western US. Canada also has a strong population, so it's highly likely they can be found along the US northern border as well As Congress advances reconciliation negotiations several conservation and animal health programs remain in limbo — including feral swine management initiatives left out of the most recent farm bill extension.
Early bird registration deadline for the 2025 ISU James D. McKean Swine Disease Conference is approaching

3 weeks ago | thepigsite.com | Sarah Mikesell

Register by Sunday, June 8th to receive the discounted rate The early bird registration deadline is fast approaching for the 2025 ISU James D. McKean Swine Disease Conference! Register by Sunday, June 8th to receive the discounted rate which includes attendance at both the Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae eradication and PRRS management preconference workshops, as well as the main conference.
Machine learning maps animal feeding operations to improve sustainability

4 weeks ago | thepigsite.com | Zachary Mintus

Model predicts presence of animal feeding operations with 87 percent accuracy Understanding where farm animals are raised is crucial for managing their environmental impacts and developing technological solutions, but gaps in data often make it challenging to get the full picture. Becca Muenich, biological and agricultural engineering researcher, set out to fill the gap with a new technique for mapping animal feeding operations.
Aloe Vera Revealed to Be Secret Ingredient for Enhancing Cultured Meat by Breakthrough Hebrew University Study

4 weeks ago | thepigsite.com | Zachary Mintus

Cultured Meat Market Trends Research Aloe vera may be a new secret ingredient for enhancing the taste and texture of alternative proteins, and a cost-effective, sustainable solution for advancing environmentally-friendly cultured meat production, according to a new Hebrew University of Jerusalem study.
A new way to prioritize food issues

4 weeks ago | thepigsite.com | Zachary Mintus

Food Security Policy and regulation Food safety Significant changes have occurred in the food system. The old local systems have started to strain as the systems become more global and complex. Now, we need new methods to secure food supply. One concept gaining increasing attention is food planning. What does it take to create a sustainable food system today? We have shifted from a society where food planning was the primary responsibility of the state to it suddenly being forgotten.
Pasture Pig Basics

4 weeks ago | thepigsite.com | Zachary Mintus

Genetics Genetics and traits Pasture raised With an increasing push for more sustainable agriculture practices, the idea of raising pigs on pasture has gained a lot of attention over recent years. Although it is possible to raise pigs on pasture, and this method of production may support some sustainability goals, there are some important considerations.
Researchers study potential savings from reducing time on feed for weaned pigs

4 weeks ago | thepigsite.com | Zachary Mintus

Research Digital Innovation Feed and nutrition Research made possible by $300,000 USDA-NIFA grant The scale of pork production in the U. S. is such that reducing the average pig’s time on feed by just one day can put $76 million back into pork producers’ pockets. Animal scientists at Auburn University are exploring ways to reduce time on feed by studying pigs’ nutritional needs during a critical time in their development: weaning.
Robotic automation in the meat industry – challenges and solutions

4 weeks ago | thepigsite.com | Zachary Mintus

Robotic automation in the meat industry – challenges and solutions The need for automation in the meat industry is increasing due to high demand, challenging working conditions and a shortage of qualified labor. New technology is taking automation a big step forward. 31 May 2025 2 minute read The development of an adaptive robotic system that integrates 3D imaging, CT scans and artificial intelligence is a major advance in automation in the meat industry.
Ginger scent in the pigsty: Scientists investigate pigs' scent memories

4 weeks ago | thepigsite.com | Zachary Mintus

Pig behaviour Genetics and traits Research In humans, there is a clear link between smells, emotions and memories. But what about animals, whose senses of smell are much more sensitive than ours? For the first time, researchers are investigating this by mapping how the sense of smell and scents are linked to animal emotions and welfare. The hope is that this will lead to barns that smell better - for the animals. The sense of smell affects our emotional life.