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Thermal Sensitivity in Artificial Insemination: How Small Temperature Variations Affect the Fertility of Porcine Semen Doses
Author: Maiko G. Philippe (Veterinarian and Specialist in Animal Reproduction) Introduction In modern swine production, genetic progress and reproductive efficiency heavily depend on the precision ofartificial insemination (AI) protocols. Because...
Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for a Boar Stud (3/4)
Article 3 in a Series of 4 Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) are a set of quantifiable measurements companies use to monitor and improve their overall long-term performance. KPI’s vary across...
Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for a Boar Stud (2/4)
Article 2 in a Series of 4 Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) are a set of quantifiable measurements companies use to monitor and improve their overall long-term performance. KPI’s vary across...
Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for a Boar Stud (1/4)
Article 1 in a series of 4 Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) are a set of quantifiable measurements companies use to monitor and improve their overall long-term performance. The KPI’s used...
Biosecurity – Fight Against Pests
A leading cause of contamination in any hog operation is often related to pests. Pest control covers a broad scope, including – organic pest control, chemical, biological, electronic and hygiene...
Temperature Monitoring of a Stud
Temperature Monitoring of a Stud (Barn and Lab) Temperature Monitoring of a Stud (Barn and Lab) In this article we will discuss the importance of temperature monitoring in the barn...
The importance of water for boars
Water is a vital resource for boars: around 50% of the body weight of an adult boar is water. Both the quality and quantity of water consumed will have a...
Biosecurity – Fight Against Pests
A leading cause of contamination in any hog operation is often related to pests. Pest control covers a broad scope, including organic pest control, chemical, biological, electronic and hygiene control. ...
Temperature Monitoring of a Stud
In this article we will discuss the importance of temperature monitoring in the barn and lab. This will include when and what information to record, ideal temperatures for boars, proper...
Various Aspects on the Feeding of Boars
A boar’s diet is essential to its good health. Health is a key part of guaranteeing the quality and quantity of semen produced. Various aspects come into play, such as...