2023
When to Intervene in Farrowing for Successful Piglet Delivery: Insights from a Senior Research Scientist
Managing Birthweight In Today’s Highly Prolific Sows
2023
Pieter Langendijk, senior research scientist with Trouw Nutrition, speaks to LifeStart Swine about how producers can manage low piglet birth weights in today’s large litters. Langendijk has worked for Trouw Nutrition for seven years focusing on sow R&D, specifically looking at how nutrition can improve sow performance.
Management Tips To Prevent Production Losses At Weaning
2023
Sarah Mikesell, editor of The Pig Site and in collaboration with LifeStart Swine, interviews Dr. Ruben Decaluwe, the Global Technical Manager of Swine Young Animal Feed at Trouw Nutrition. Dr. Decaluwe is based in Belgium. Prior to working with Trouw Nutrition, his PhD research was focused on colostrum production.
New Research Offers Innovative Ideas On Handling Smaller Pigs From Larger Litters
2023
With current genetics and highly prolific sows the industry has developed over the last few years, it leaves producers challenged by larger litters and more piglets born with low birth weights. Dr. Ramon Muns, Principal Scientific Officer at Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute in Northern Ireland, UK, has been conducting research to solve this issue, looking for new, innovative options for farms.
Are Gastric Ulcers Impacting Your Sows And Piglets?
2023
Dr. Juan Peralvo from Trouw Nutrition a specialist in pig gut health looks at the development of ulcers and how they can affect sow and piglet productivity.
Dietary Challenges At Weaning And How To Tackle Them
2023
Tips To Reduce Streptococcus Suis In The Pig Herd
2022
Dr. Lluís Fabà Camats is a veterinarian working as a swine researcher with Trouw Nutrition. Lluís has worked with Trouw Nutrition for three years, and part of his research is focused on Streptococcus suis (S. suis).
Streptococcus Suis’ Link To Nutrition In Swine
2022
Dr. Lluís Fabà Camats is a veterinarian working as a swine researcher with Trouw Nutrition. Lluís has worked with Trouw Nutrition for three years, and part of his research is focused on Streptococcus suis (S. suis).
Replacement Sows Should Be Managed To Enhance Mammary Development
2022
Explore strategies for enhancing mammary development in gilts and sows to improve milk production and piglet growth.
Sow Peripartal Syndrome – Why Is It Important?
2022
Sow peripartal syndrome can have a significant impact on piglet mortality and sow productivity. Learn why it's important to recognize and manage this condition with expert insights from LifeStart Swine. Visit The Pig Site now for comprehensive resources on swine health and management.