Teagasc Pig Newsletter March 2023
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This month saw a further rise in pig price, with further increases hoped for in the coming weeks. In addition to this, the price of feed ingredients has come back so we look forward to seeing a drop feed prices shortly.
The Teagasc Pig Open Day 2023 will take place on Tuesday May 9th in Teagasc Moorepark, Fermoy, Co. Cork and Thursday May 11th in Ballyhaise Agricultural College, Ballyhaise, Co. Cavan. This is an ideal opportunity to see first-hand the results of the comprehensive research programme undertaken by Teagasc, and to meet researchers, advisors and postgraduate students.
In this issue
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Will the Irish pig sector produce the first carbon neutral meat?
Michael McKeon tells us the Irish pig sector, at times, receives negative comments as it addresses a number of its challenges; financial, environmental, welfare etc. However, one of the big positives for the sector is that the carbon footprint of pigs is very low when compared to other livestock sectors. -
Are you adequately insured?
Gerard McCutcheon writes about insurance cover and how it is very important to protect your business if an accident or tragedy occurs on the farm. It is important to understand what your insurance covers when you pay your annual premium. -
IPHS Symposium 2023
The 2023 Irish Pig Health Society (IPHS) Symposium will take place on Tuesday the 18th of April at the Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise, Co. Laois. The theme of this year’s event is ‘Quality over quantity by maximising health & efficiency’. Amy Quinn tells us more about teh event.
This month representatives of the Teagasc Pig Stakeholder Group travelled to Lleida in Spain on a study trip to find out first-hand the intricacies of the Spanish pig industry. In the latest episode of The Pig Edge, which is now available, pig farmer Jason McGrath joins me on the podcast to review his trip and to detail his standout observations. Make sure to listen to find out his thoughts.