Feed efficiency is typically measured by feed consumed per unit of gain and has a major effect on producers’ profitability with its strong association with feed costs.

Ensure ventilation and water systems are working optimally, as well as installing proper marketing and wean start-up protocols for easier transition.

Attention to individual pigs is important to the health of the overall herd.

Geo-fabric fences help reduce odors and dust.

Cooper Farms video series shows instead of tells.

Once an Environmental Steward, always a steward.

When manure is surface applied to snow-covered or frozen ground, there is an increased risk for manure runoff and consequently nutrient runoff into waterways.

Research Review: Winter weather can be tough on hog buildings, and Canadian researchers sought potential solutions to mitigate the rapid deterioration of the buildings.

The farm’s solar array will cover approximately 75% of the farm’s energy demand and reduce energy costs by the same amount.

Decreasing space allowance of heavy weight pigs reduces growth, feed intake and final body weight.