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SwineTalks; Online insights in biosecurity


New columnist Irene Camerlink: Being a farmer can be tough


Germany’s plans to be ASF-free again


Metabolomics – the missing link in genetic selection


Combining sensors for better climate control


26 COVER STORY


Sows are exceptionally well equipped for their task: to provide colostrum and milk to their offspring. However, genetic progress in terms of sow prolificacy is changing the requirements of that valuable talent.


18 FARM VISIT


Danish swine producer Søren Kjær Poulsen has a strong focus on multiplication of Landrace pigs. With his experienced staff as well as a new protein strategy, he achieves top performance and levels of animal health.


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INTERVIEW


One of South America’s largest swine producers is Agrosuper, based in Chile. The company recently embarked on a journey to replace as much fishmeal as they can from their post- weaning diets. Dr Wolfgang Peralta describes the solutions they found.


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