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Researchers aim to limit pig aggression through social network study
2019-11-11 15:43:00| National Hog Farmer
The study builds on previous research that showed that pigs that fought on first meeting and quickly settled into a large clique were less aggressive in the long-term.
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Study shows piglet aggression is linked to draughts
2019-04-24 11:48:00| ThePigSite - Industry News
Swine research shows that intermittent draughts can have significantly negative effects on piglet behaviour, increasing earbiting and aggression.
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Researchers Identify Strategies for Reducing Aggression Among Group Housed Sows
2017-09-21 02:00:00| ThePigSite - Industry News
CANADA - A researcher with the Prairie Swine Centre says a range of strategies have been shown effective for reducing aggression among group housed sows, according to Bruce Cochrane.
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Sow aggression: The cocktail party approach
2016-03-28 20:50:39| National Hog Farmer
If you’re considering a renovation or rebuild of your sow facility, you’re probably wondering whether to make the switch to group housing. As you consider your options, don’t let the threat of sow aggression keep you from getting the benefits of group housing. read more
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Enriched Environments Help Reduce Sow Aggression
2016-02-22 01:00:00| ThePigSite - Industry News
CANADA - A research scientist with the Prairie Swine Centre says aggression, one of the key challenges in working with group housed sows, can be curbed by providing various forms of enrichment.
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