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Why sows leave the herd: Biological priorities and productivity
Feb 27, 2019Jennifer GrullonComments Off on Why sows leave the herd: Biological priorities and productivity
When it comes to sow productivity, culling and mortality issues, “the simple answer is there’s no simple answer,” John Deen, DVM, University of Minnesota swine epidemiologist, told Pig Health...Urine sampling can reliably detect penicillin residues in sows
Nov 15, 2017Jennifer GrullonComments Off on Urine sampling can reliably detect penicillin residues in sows
Urine sampling is a reliable way to detect procaine penicillin G (PPG) residues prior to processing and may help producers avoid processing-plant violations, according to Locke A. Karriker, DVM, a...Three-step approach for spotting sick sows
May 19, 2017Jennifer GrullonComments Off on Three-step approach for spotting sick sows
A three-pronged approach to observing sows can help identify illness, lower mortality and increase productivity, according to a leading vet.