Pigs
Let’s Talk Pigs Webinar- Biosecurity – the first step to excellent health and performance
Let’s Talk Pigs Webinar- Biosecurity – the first step to excellent health and performance Type Event Proceeding The second in a series of webinars aimed at Irish pig producers, which took place last Friday 10th July Download Publication (PDF) In the latest Let’s Talk Pigs webinar, Jereon Dewulf joined the webinar to […]
14 July 2020
Nutrient Recovery Cycle – Infographic
Nutrient Recovery Cycle – Infographic Type Media Article This infographic outlines the nutrient recovery cycle which can improve the efficient use of resources in pig production. By using pig manure as a fertiliser to grow crops which will in turn be used in making pig feed, a circular economy is created. Download […]
10 July 2020
Let’s Talk Pigs Webinar – Becoming Lean – A Guide for Pig Farmers
Let’s Talk Pigs Webinar – Becoming Lean – A Guide for Pig Farmers 0 Type Event Proceeding The first in a series of fortnightly webinars aimed at Irish pig producers, which took place on Friday, 26 June. Download Publication (PDF) The first in a series of fortnightly webinars aimed at Irish pig producers […]
3 July 2020
Pig Research Update – GILTLIFE (Part 1)
Pig Research Update – GILTLIFE (Part 1) 0 Type Factsheet This project was a collaboration between Teagasc & University College Limerick. It investigated the effects of nutrition and management on gilt welfare and performance. Phoebe Hartnett, previous PhD student who worked on the GILTLIFE project tells us more. Download Publication (PDF) The benefits […]
1 July 2020
Teagasc Pig Research Facility Update – 25 June
Teagasc Pig Research Facility Update – 25 June Type Media Article Video in a series by the Teagasc Pig Development Department. Tomas Ryan farm manager in the Teagasc Pig Research Facility gives us an update on what’s been happening in the unit. Tomás Ryan, Farm Manager gives us the latest update on […]
25 June 2020
The Sustainability of Irish Agriculture Webinar
The Sustainability of Irish Agriculture Webinar Type Event Proceeding The Sustainability of Irish Agriculture Webinar which took place on Wednesday, 23rd June. Dr. Cathal Buckley, Teagasc provided an overview of the latest sustainability assessment for Irish agriculture, covering Economic, Social and Environmental Metrics. Download Publication (PDF) Sustainability is now at the core […]
24 June 2020
Pigs Newsletter – June 2020
Pigs Newsletter – June 2020 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s newsletter: Article: Weaning to service interval Article: African Swine Fever update Article: Sow feed additive to increase progeny carcass weigh Details on the launch of “Let’s Talk Pigs” webinars series on June 26th Reminder to producers to complete the […]
19 June 2020
Irish Pig Production – Infographic
Irish Pig Production – Infographic Type Media Article Infographic outlining the performance and population of pigs, the economy and export values for pigs and a profile of the average pig. Download Publication (PDF)
12 June 2020
Pig Research Update – SOWWEANWEL
Pig Research Update – SOWWEANWEL Type Media Article This project is a collaboration between Teagasc & the Institute of Genetics & Animal Biotechnology, Poland. It investigates the risk factors for chronic stress in gestating sows. Martyna Lagoda, PhD Candidate working on the SOWWEANWEL project tells us more. Download Publication (PDF) Effects of […]
11 June 2020
Teagasc Pig Research Facility Update – 5 June
Teagasc Pig Research Facility Update – 5 June 0 Type Media Article Video in a series by the Teagasc Pig Development Department. Tomas Ryan farm manager in the Teagasc Pig Research Facility gives us an update on what’s been happening in the unit. Tomas Ryan, Manager of the Teagasc Pig Research Facility gives […]
5 June 2020