Denmark publishes national average production data for 2024
The average productivity in sow herds increased by 0.8 pigs per yearling sow to 35.6 pigs per yearling sow.
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Iowa State University faculty and staff participate in USPLF Conference
Twelve graduate students and four faculty members from four departments hosted and moderated sessions, and presented on topics throughout the three-day event.
The Netherlands takes steps towards greater animal welfare in 2040
Thirteen organisations endorse the importance of a more animal-friendly livestock sector with a newly signed covenant.
Chile and Colombia sign memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation in the agriculture sector
The agreement signed by the Ministries of Agriculture of Chile and Colombia aims to collaborate in developing public policies focused on strengthening production and international trade.
Brazil declares end of avian influenza outbreak to WOAH
After 28 days without new cases, Brazil regains sanitary status.
Swine production in the United States (I): Sustainable production and social programs on a farm
This is how one of the Tosh Pork farms in the United States works, combining technology, production efficiency, and social commitment. In this first article, we present the structure, work culture, and overview of U.S. swine production.
Foot-and-Mouth Disease Cases Surge Across South Africa
South Africa faces an increasing foot-and-mouth disease outbreak. Livestock testing and biosecurity measures intensify in affected regions.
Dominican Republic: New biosecure farms awarded certificates under the National Swine Biosecurity Plan
The joint effort between FAO, USDA APHIS, the Ministry of Agriculture, and the General Directorate of Livestock of the Dominican Republic aims to modernize the swine industry and strengthen its value chain.
South Africa makes progress to contain foot and mouth disease
Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has announced significant progress in South Africa’s battle against foot-and-mouth disease (FMD).
333 attends ESPHM 2025, one of the most important scientific congresses in the swine industry
This year's edition, held in Bern, Switzerland, brought together international experts to discuss swine welfare, health, nutrition, and sustainability.
Animal welfare gains prominence in EU Alert Network
For the first time, the Alert Network's annual report includes notifications on animal welfare and companion animals.
Colombia moves to expand agri-food exports to China
The National Institute for Drug and Food Surveillance (Invima) has identified food products with export potential to strengthen trade relations between Colombia and China.
Pig333 drives technical training at Pigs Tomorrow 2025
Javier Lorente participated in this event held on May 13 and 14 in Leicestershire county, United Kingdom.
Can exoskeletons help us when vaccinating piglets?
Two models of exoskeletons were tested on farms to evaluate whether they improved working conditions during piglet vaccination.
Eswatini inaugurates modern pig breeding center to boost swine sector
Eswatini opened the Mpisi Pig Breeding Center on April 11, 2025, as part of a TaiwanICDF project to boost swine production.
Nigerian government to fully upgrade Benue Swine Project
The Federal Government has announced plans to fully upgrade the Benue Swine and Crop Improvement Project located in Yadev, Gboko Local Government Area.