Swine : publication
If you are interested in buying meat from a local farmer, in quarters or halves, review these five considerations: how much meat your family can consume and what cuts to buy, sourcing an animal, finding a local meat processor, costs, and timing.
Practical and efficient manure management on animal farms is important to ensure smooth operation, provide valuable nutrients to crop production, and minimize the negative impact on environment.
Se estima que hasta el 15% del alimento entregado se desperdicia anualmente debido a una cobertura inadecuada del plato de alimento y a una mala administración de los comederos. Los productores que se centran en gestionar este factor crítico pueden mejorar considerablemente la eficiencia…
Composting swine carcasses with organic matter offers a low-effort, biosecure way to meet Missouri's animal mortality disposal requirements.
A pull-plug sedimentation basin (PPSB) can enhance manure management by reducing lagoon size, lowering costs, and improving solids removal efficiency.
Many people like the flavor of hams that have been cured country style. Visit our site to learn about Country Curing Hames.
The objective of this publication is to identify the differences and similarities between managing municipal wastewater and managing the manure from grow-finish pig systems.
Reviewed by Marcia Carlson Shannon
Department of Animal Sciences
Most people eat bacon because they like it, not for its nutritional value. Country-cured bacon is usually more salty and less desirable than commercially prepared bacon. This guide will outline procedures for curing bacon to get a…
Livestock judging consists of carefully analyzing animals against a common standard. Learn steps for success and get judging tips in this guide.
Learn about the mixing-vessel composting system used on large swine farms to treat manure efficiently and improve soil quality.
Up to 15% of delivered feed is estimated to be wasted annually due to improper feed pan coverage and mismanaged feeders. Producers who focus on managing this critical factor can considerably enhance feed efficiency and improve profitability.
This guide discusses steps you can take to reduce phosphorus loss from your farm.
Guide for youth on swine projects: setting goals, selecting pigs, providing care, ensuring proper nutrition, and mastering showmanship techniques.
Learn about swine manure management systems, methods of application, environmental regulations, and strategies to maximize nutrient use and minimize pollution.