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Designing Pasture Subdivisions for Practical Management of Hogs

IntroductionWhen designing grazing systems for outdoor pigs, consider the natural behavior of this species. In addition to their trampling and rooting activities that can destroy the vegetative…

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Swine Innovation Forum Recordings Released

We are pleased to announce that the recordings of ALL the presentations at our 2022 Swine Innovation Forum are now available for viewing on our YouTube Channel.We also have an opportunity for our…

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Stay Connected With Swine Specialists

The NC State Swine Extension Specialists are looking to connect with an even larger audience in the new year. Our Mission at North Carolina State University Swine Extension is to partner with…

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Does Basic Copper Chloride Source Impact Grow-Finish Performance?

Results suggest basic Cu chloride enhances finishing throughput. Mark Knauer, Chris van de Ligt, North Carolina State University, Micronutrients Micronutrients, such as copper (Cu), account for a…

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Effect of Stall Size, Number of Heat Lamps During Farrowing: Part 1

Turn, day of lactation, and sow parity were all related to piglet mortality and weight gain.Suzanne M. Leonard, Brett C. Ramirez, North Carolina State University, Iowa State University | Aug 05, 2021…

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Recording of 2021 Swine Research Forum Available Now!

Don't Miss Out on These Presentations With Vital Information For the Pork Industry It has been several years since we have been able to update the public on the work done at NC State University. Our…

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Waste Solutions: From Farm Waste to Feed, Fertilizer and Energy

The following article was posted originally to NC State CALS News. You can also view it on the CALS News website.