Swine breeding : publication
The use of artificial insemination in the U.S has skyrocketed. Visit our website to view our Artificial Insemination in Swine: Breeding the Female article.
Heritability has a large influence on livestock performance. Visit our website to learn about Heritability and Its Use in Animal Breeding.
Mating schemes of animals are classified as either inbreeding or outbreeding. Mating closely related animals is inbreeding. Outbreeding is mating less closely related animals, but people disagree about where to draw the line. Learn more in this guide.
This webpage discusses infectious causes of infertility in sows, including bacterial infections, their impact on reproduction, and preventive measures.
Mark D. Newcomb, John W. Massey and John ReaDepartment of Animal Sciences
Selecting the right herd boar is crucial for enhancing genetics in commercial swine production. This guide outlines key steps for successful boar acquisition.