Lawsonia intracellularis can have a significant impact on the capabilities of the small intestine of pigs. This can cause a wide range of effects, from weakened immunological function to reduced nutrient absorption and slowed growth. In this episode, Dr. Emma Helm explains her research study, which had the intention of explaining some of the physiological changes in the small intestine of swine that can occur due to a Lawsonia outbreak.
Meet the guest:
Dr. Helm received her M.S. and h...
Discussions on how to (better) use food waste and process co-products in pig feed and other livestock are all the rage in the US and beyond. It was also the topic of a recent conference in the US called ‘Catalyzing Feed Systems Sustainability by Engaging the Full Value Chain,’ – organized by the World Wildlife Fund and the Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER).
- The conference brought together the full feed value chain to advance the discussion around 4 ‘critical components of...
Although African swine fever (ASF) continues to spread, the US remains free. Hooray, right? More or less. Sure, that’s great news, but the government alone can’t solve this issue – producers must join in too (as you’ve already been doing).
- So far, the US government has put strong safeguards in place – surveillance programs, increased testing capabilities, enhanced efforts by the US Customs and Border Protection, added import restrictions on pork and pork products from ASF-affected countri...
🇺🇸 Let’s put the US under the spotlight a little more, shall we? The country’s production is forecast to increase by 1% in 2023.
- Here are the main boosters: gradually increasing pig crops and heavier weights.
- However… 2023 US export forecasts are lower than this year’s due to easing demand by key importers – we’re talking about Mexico and China.
Up it goes! At least, that’s the expectation: global pork production is forecast to rise 1% in 2023.
Want to check out more predictions? Well, we may not have a crystal ball, but we have the USDA. So here’s what you should look forward to:
- Production in China is expected to grow 2% as it recovers from the impacts of African swine fever (ASF).
- The US, Brazil, and Mexico should also expand their production and offset the declines by other major producers, such as the EU and the UK. ...
Let's give everyone a fair shot! That’s the idea behind the new $6 million Meat & Poultry Supply Chain Capital Grant Program. Aimed to help independently owned meat processing companies, the program makes such companies eligible for grants between $250,000 to $1.5 million.
📉 An effort to lower the costs of consumer goods…
By leveling the playing field for independently-owned meat processing companies, the supply chain will be strengthened, more jobs will be created and retained, and of ...
The USDA is requesting comments and feedback on the financial aid packages meant for those allegedly discriminated against by its farm lending programs. Basically, they want input on how to identify those who experienced discrimination, and what kind of evidence should be submitted to back up the claims.
- Read more about it here.
❓What factors are up for debate?
Whether they should consider solely economic loss, previous payments for discrimination, or the possibility of using n...