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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.
26 September 2025
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.
19 March 2025
Use this information to improve, or start, recording feed conversion ratios in all stages of production to help with decision-making.
14 February 2025
Feed is the largest cost of production for the pig industry, making up around 60 per cent of total costs. Effective savings in this area can help mitigate price volatility.
23 October 2023
Views from across our Farm Excellence network on the 2018 heat wave and resulting drought
8 July 2024
Learn how Farm Excellence is benefiting David Goodier's 230-sow pig farm