Pig Welfare

A ban on disease prevention uses of antibiotics in food-animal production being advocated by the World Health Organization would be ill-advised and wrong, says the NPPC. Source: Pig Welfare

Inflammation of one or more of the mammary glands is referred to as mastitis. In the lactating sow, clinical onset is about 12 hours postpartum, having started at farrowing. Source: Pig Welfare

There are several reasons why pigs develop ulcers. These may be related to stress, management, disease or nutrition. Source: Pig Welfare

Transportation of pigs at an early age could potentially result in revenue loss. Source: Pig Welfare

The State of Iowa is being sued by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) and other non-governmental organizations (NGOs) who allege the law violates people’s constitutional rights. Source: Pig Welfare

Nine months after the full implementation of Food and Drug Administration Guidance 209 and 213, America's pig farmers continue to demonstrate their awareness and commitment to doing what's right on the farm. Source: Pig Welfare

Tests showed 11 pigs from The Great Frederick Fair in Maryland were infected with influenza A, this is the second fair within a week to experience the circumstances of swine flu. Source: Pig Welfare

In France, much like in many other regions of the world, animal protein producers are increasingly having to rework their production and animal health systems to meet consumer demands. Source: Pig Welfare

Over the last twenty years, there has been an ever-increasing focus on welfare in all sectors of animal agriculture. Source: Pig Welfare

NPPC asked for a waiver and exemption for livestock haulers from U.S. Department of Transportation regulations that could have negative effects on animal well-being. Source: Pig Welfare