How do stocking density and straw provision affect fouling in conventionally housed slaughter pigs
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DOI: 10.1016/j.livsci.2017.09.005
Abstract: Abstract The aim of the study was to investigate when fouling appears in conventionally housed slaughter pigs and whether stocking density and straw provision are risk factors to fouling. During four batches of a total… read more here.
Keywords: density straw; stocking density; density; slaughter pigs ... See more keywords
Funding to improve the slaughter of pigs
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DOI: 10.1136/vr.j3533
Abstract: DEFRA has joined forces with the Humane Slaughter Association (HSA) to fund research into developing more humane methods of slaughter for pigs. The two organisations are offering up to £400,000 of research funding for a… read more here.
Keywords: research; hsa; method; slaughter pigs ... See more keywords