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Swine management check sheet (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
This publication highlights some of the major swine management techniques producers should periodically check....
Rotational crossbreeding systems for pork producers (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
More than 90 percent of hogs marketed are of mixed breeding, an indication that crossbreeding is a well accepted management program. Yet crossbreeding alone does not guarantee efficient, profitable production. Choosing the system and breeds that fit...
Vitamin E and selenium in swine rations (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
In recent years, concern about shortages of vitamin E or selenium in practical swine operations in Missouri or the Midwest has increased. Recommendations have changed because of problems that have occurred on some hog farms and further research...
Management and care of the herd boar (1995)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1995)
Reproductive performance of a herd boar depends upon proper care and management. Boars are frequently neglected, especially newly purchased boars en route and after they are brought home. There are essential steps in the ...
Purchasing a herd boar for commercial swine production (1995)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1995)
Success in commercial swine production is determined by a pork producer's ability to use resources efficiently. However, the level of efficiency that can be obtained is set by the genetic merit of the breeding herd. The genetic merit of the breeding...
Vitamin requirements of swine (1990)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1990)
Vitamins are essential nutrients for swine. The trend toward complete confinement swine production, however, has focused more attention on the need to supplement practical rations with adequate dietary sources of vitamins. This Guide will help swine...
Forages for swine (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
Use of good pasture containing alfalfa, ladino clover, and grass can lower sow feed costs, help maintain high level reproductive capacity of boars, and in many cases increase litter size as compared to confinement raising of hogs.
Artificial insemination in swine : breeding the female (1997)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1997)
Artificial insemination (AI) in swine is not a new technique. There are reports as early as the 1930s of collecting semen for insemination. However, use of AI in the United States has skyrocketed in the past decade. It is important to remember...
Terminal and rotaterminal crossbreeding systems for pork producers (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
Crossbreeding is a widely established management practice among commercial pork producers. Over the years, the industry has used rotational crossbreeding programs extensively. Rotational programs are relatively easy to ...
Infectious causes of infertility in sows (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
Any time a sow farrows prematurely, there is the fear that additional litters will be lost. An abortion rate of less than 2 percent is considered an acceptable level in most herds. Premature farrowing usually results from ...
Vitamin requirements of swine (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
Vitamins are essential nutrients for swine. The trend toward complete confinement swine production, however, has focused more attention on the need to supplement practical rations with adequate dietary sources of vitamins. This guide will help swine...
Herd health programs for swine seedstock production (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
This guide outlines good health practices for a seedstock swine herd. Preventive practices are emphasized. Specifics vary from herd to herd and are too individualized to address in this guide. Specifics should be worked out with the herd...
Biosecurity for today's swine operation (2001)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2001)
Disease control is one of the most challenging areas for producers and veterinarians in swine production. Biosecurity is often perceived as keeping diseases out of a swine herd. However, excluding disease from a herd is nearly impossible because...
Breeding programs for commercial swine producers
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1981)
Purchasing a herd boar for commercial swine production
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2018)
Success in commercial swine production is determined by a pork producer's ability to use resources efficiently. However, the level of efficiency that can be obtained is set by the genetic merit of the breeding herd. The genetic merit of the breeding...
Evaluating vitamin premixes for swine (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
Feed is a major portion of the total costs involved in Missouri swine production. Interest in on-farm ration formulation and mixing is growing, particularly in years of short feed supplies and high prices. If producers are willing to learn...
Universal ear notching system for pigs (1986)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1986)
Purebred swine breeders are required to ear notch pigs to be eligible for registration in their respective swine breed associations. There are several different ear notching systems in use which tend to be confusing not only to breeders, but also...
Managing purchased feeder pigs (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
Missouri is a major feeder pig producing state and annually markets large numbers of pigs that other farmers feed out to market weight. During these marketing and transportation processes, stress can affect the performance ...
Nutrient requirements of swine and recommendations for Missouri (2001)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2001)
Feed is the largest single item among the costs of producing pork. Pork producers should adopt a comprehensive feeding program based on sound nutrition principles and tailored to a specific operation. This guide provides ...
Terminal and rotaterminal crossbreeding systems for pork producers (1995)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1995)
Crossbreeding is a widely established management practice among commercial pork producers. Over the years, the industry has used rotational crossbreeding programs extensively. Rotational programs are relatively easy to ...