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18 January 2019
Identify the early warning signs of tail biting using our poster and take early action to help prevent tail biting problems
17 January 2019
Identify the early warning signs and take early action which can help prevent tail biting. This poster is helpful for training unit staff and particularly useful for new starters.
17 January 2019
New nitrogen and phosphorus calculators to help businesses demonstrate compliance with new permitting rules.
6 November 2018
Many of the current intensive livestock production systems require the provision of a controlled environment for housed stock. This handbook covers some of the fundamental principles involved in controlled environment. Some practical systems and equipment are illustrated and design examples are given in the appendices.
30 October 2018
AHDB has engaged BMG Research to conduct an in-depth survey of pig buildings.
29 March 2019
The extreme weather of 2018 has made its mark on pork, beef and lamb production, according to AHDB’s latest Red Meat Outlooks.
5 January 2026
All our resources on identifying and stopping the spread of African Swine Fever
12 December 2023
Some of the alternative bedding materials mentioned here can be used in conjunction with traditional cereal straw, either to replace it or offset the increased cost and allow straw-bedding supplies to go further
13 August 2018
Ventilation systems can improve living conditions. An efficient ventilation system draws fresh air in and removes stale air along with microbes, dust, harmful gases and water vapour. Inefficient ventilation is detrimental to pig and staff performance (particularly on hot days) and costs more to run
9 January 2025
With potentially increasing feed costs, it may become more profitable to finish pigs at a lower slaughter weight. Use this information to find out how to go about this.
22 August 2024
Find out how alternative feeds, such as root and forage crops and some food industry co-products, can be incorporated into pig diets.