The Pig Issue

THE PIG ISSUE is Garth Pig Practice's dedicated quarterly newsletter for clients and producers.

The Pig Issue - December 2018

Welcome to December's edition of The Pig Issue. In this edition we continuing our look at post-weaning diarrhoea (PWD) and review factors increasing the risk of ear necrosis. We also introduce Mark Stanton,our new Commercial Director. Read the December 2018 Pig Issue Newsletter...

The Pig Issue - January 2018

Welcome to January's edition of The Pig Issue. In this edition we introduce TailTech. Garth are teaming up with industry partners to work on a 3-year project looking at early indicators of tail biting and we are looking for your help. African Swine Fever (ASF) remains a serious threat and it is vital for the industry we keep it out of Britain. We...

The Pig Issue - December 2017

Welcome to December's edition of The Pig Issue. RUMA have recently published thier report on Antibiotic Reduction and we review the goal posts that have been defined in the report. We also take a look at disinfectants, Avian Influenza guidance for multi-species farms and SeaGut. As a reminder, Pig and Poultry North 2018 will take place on January 18th...

The Pig Issue - August 2017

Welcome to August's edition of The Pig Issue. This month we take a look at borehole water and the effects minerals in the water can have on on pigs and we review one of the most exciting diagnostic technologies to emerge in recent years. Finally we we discuss the why, how and what's of tooth grinding. Read the August 2017 Pig Issue Newsletter...