Pig Farmers’ Conference 2025

The annual Teagasc Pig Farmers’ Conference brings together stakeholders from across the pig farming sector, providing a platform to connect with fellow producers and explore the latest developments from the Teagasc Pig Development Department. This year promises an impressive line-up of speakers sharing expert knowledge on key topics affecting pig production. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the latest innovations, network with peers, and gain insights into practical solutions for everyday challenges on the farm.

Dates & Venues

Tipperary: Tuesday, 7th October, 1:30 PM – Horse & Jockey Hotel, Co. Tipperary, E41 AP86
Cavan: Wednesday, 8th October, 3:30 PM – Farnham Estate, Co. Cavan, H12 H6Y8

A light lunch will be provided at both events.

Conference Speakers

Future housing options for lactating sows
Vivi Aarestrup Mousten, Seges, Denmark

Feeding the lactating sow: Meeting energy requirements in 2025
Peadar Lawlor, Teagasc

Can good biosecurity improve performance?
Louise Clarke and Gerard McCutcheon, Teagasc

Weaner and Finishers – Floors and Space
Vivi Aarestrup Mousten, Seges, Denmark

Gaining an edge in grower performance
Emer McCrum and Michael McKeon, Teagasc

Guest Speaker – Dr. Vivi Aarestrup Mousten

We are delighted to welcome our international guest speaker, Dr. Vivi Aarestrup Mousten from SEGES, Denmark’s leading agricultural research and innovation centre. Vivi is Chief Scientist at SEGES Innovation, Livestock, and an Honorary Associate Professor in Animal Production, Pigs, at the University of Copenhagen. She has been leading research on housing for lactating sows since 2001, with a focus on loose-housed farrowing and lactating sow systems. Her work includes pen design, determining space requirements for sow and piglet behaviour, and developing technologies for pig production. At the conference, Vivi will present two papers: Future housing options for lactating sows and Weaner & Finishers – Floors & Space.

This is a must-attend event for anyone involved in the pig farming sector.
Mark your calendars and join us for two days of learning, discussion, and networking.