Wayne Singleton
To be called a “pioneer” in any field or discipline requires high marks from many who are willing to make such a designation. The term seems suitable...
Focusing on Reproductive Efficiency
This quarter's benchmarking article will concentrate on two areas. We will begin by comparing production records from the previous quarter and previous...
Circovirus Spread Via Semen Studied
Because porcine circovirus-associated disease (PCVAD) has spread rapidly across North America, boar semen has been implicated as a possible source for dissemination of the virus...
Test Tube Pigs are Now a Reality
The ability to produce pig embryos in vitro (in the laboratory environment) has been mastered at Mississippi State University...
Proper AI Techniques, Semen Handling
The first and overriding principle of artificial insemination (AI) in swine is if a sow is in standing heat, she can be bred; if she is not in standing...
Effective Heat Detection Methods Poster
Effective heat detection, accurate recording of estrous cycles, and subsequent, well-timed matings or inseminations are critical to achieving high reproductive...
Heat Detection Critical to Success
Investing time and talent in developing effective heat detection methods should be a top priority on every sow farm. Gilt development aside, this activity...
Swine Reproductive Practices Survey
Sow farm and boar stud managers, we need your help. The University of Illinois and its cooperators are conducting two surveys for an Update of Reproduction Practices for the North American Swine Industry...
Terminal Sire Line
New boar line offers key production attributes. Monsanto Choice Genetics (MCG) has launched its new GX terminal sire line, offering traits for growth...
Certified Frozen Boar Semen Program
A pilot project at the University of Illinois (U of I) could create a worldwide market for swine semen production in the state....
