Contents tagged with AI
23 February 2023
Find out what the AI Standard for pigs is and what it means for producers in the UK.
28 September 2021
Find out about the benefits of the bungee serving technique for pigs and how it can increase efficiency in your unit.
13 July 2021
Guidance on topics related to breeding herd performance, including condition scoring, timing of service and artificial insemination, to help improve reproductive performance.
31 March 2022
Everything you need to know about artificial insemination (AI) of pigs.
13 August 2020
Being organised is essential for timing insemination accurately. Use this information to keep useful records for effective service routines.
31 March 2022
Inseminating at the right time is essential. Use this information to help improve reproductive performance on your pig unit.
4 September 2019
Salisbury pig club: We'll be hearing from Ian Gillies of Rattlerow Farms Ltd
4 September 2019
Somerset pig club: We'll be hearing from Ian Gillies of Rattlerow Farms Ltd
25 January 2019
You could be missing out on EBVs linked to carcase traits that you get paid for
22 January 2019
AI is not traditionally used in beef cattle, however it can have many benefits, allowing farmers to select bulls that are suited to their herd’s breeding programme without the expense of buying and keeping a bull. This document looks in detail at all aspects of AI and oestrus synchronisation in beef cattle