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Sow mortality: The hidden consequences
My first experience in pig farming was in Brazil. That is my bias. I needed to come to the U.S. to experience the impact of PRRS on a swine farm. I was horrified with how much damage a nasty strain can cause...READ MORE ›
World Pork Expo 2024
The truth about sustainability in agriculture: Ag experts speak at World Pork Expo
By Alltech Swine Team,
If you ask any farmer or producer about their greatest challenges, one issue is sure to…READ MORE ›

Cattle in pasture
Choosing a mineral supplement: What can the tag tell you?
By Hubbard Beef Nutrition Team,
Author: Laurentia van Rensburg   Setting up an effective supplement program…READ MORE ›

Cows eating forage or silage
Successfully transition your cows from one silage to another
By Ben Jensen,
Change is hard. Harder for some than others, but all of us go through some anxiety when…READ MORE ›

Pigs in pig barn
Maximizing profitability during summer markets through nutrition in pig operations
By Morgan Hart,
Traditionally, hog prices follow seasonal patterns, with annual highs in the summer and…READ MORE ›

Heifers
Limited heifer inventory: Making informed decisions for your farm
By Angie Golombeski, Ph.D.,
The dairy industry is experiencing something that it has not experienced for several…READ MORE ›

Grazing Cattle
Using Feed Additives with Grass Cattle
By Twig Marston, Ph.D.,
Cattle producers fight a long list of issues that rob them of profits. Many of these…READ MORE ›

Pig Barn
Key Trends Shaping the US Pork Industry in 2024
By Alltech Swine Team,
The following blog is a summary of the Ag Future podcast episode with Mark Hulsebus…READ MORE ›

Baby Chicks
Baby Chick Checklist: Getting You And Your Baby Chicks Started Off Right
By Dr. Ed Bonnette,
You’ve decided to enter the wonderful world of raising your own chickens as either layers…READ MORE ›

Calving Season
Third-trimester nutrition is critical for a successful calving season
By Janna Block, Ph.D.,
The last trimester of gestation has a major influence on the future reproductive…READ MORE ›