Where to place the carcass container on the farm?

The appropriate spot for placing the carcass container shall fulfil the following requirements:

It must be placed outside the farm and as far away from it as possible, because due to biosecurity reasons it is crucial that the carcass gathering lorry has no contact ...

What are the consequences of poor ventilation?

Poor ventilation can directly affect pig welfare, health, and productive performance, as well as worsen working conditions and increase certain farm costs.

The main consequences include:

How does evaporative cooling on farms work?

Evaporative cooling lies in circulating, through a wet cellulose panel, the hot and dry air from outside the farm. In his way, the air will transfer its heat to evaporate the water in the wet cellulose, producing cool and humid air that will then enter the farm.

Is it important to ensure animals reach the correct weight before slaughter?

Sending animals to slaughter at the appropriate weight is essential for the sound economic management of any farm.

The systematic use of weighing scales helps avoid sending groups of animals that fail to reach the minimum weight required by the slaughterhouse, while also identifying animals that exceed the desired weight range. Both underweight and overweight animals may result in financial penalties imposed by the slaughterhouse.

What animal species is the Cash stunner suitable for?

It is recommended for pig, cattle, ovine, caprine and horse abattoirs. It can also be used for fowl.

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What are Dosatron D25AL pumps from the D25+care series?

Dosatron D25+care pumps are the new high-value Dosatron Standard in Animal Health applications, for flow rates from 10 l/h to 2.5 m3/h. They are certified for food contact and contribute to improving animal and human health.

Which farms are recommended to switch to electric carcass removal carts?

Any farm can use electric carcass collection carts, even on farms with older buildings, as their turning ability allows them to navigate through difficult-to-maneuver aisles.

The minimum requirement is an aisle wide enough for the electric cart to navigate. Steps or uneven surfaces that the electric cart cannot navigate should be avoided.

What is ULV fogging?

Cold fogging or ULV (Ultra-low volume) fogging consists of a fogging system that allows the use of a very small amount of chemical product to cover a large area.

These systems operate with equipment powered by electric motors and generate a droplet size of 5–50 μm, the optimal droplet size to combat germs, fungi and viruses.

What types of fluidifiers for slurry can we find on the market?

Depending on their physical appearance, we can find additives to fluidize slurries in liquid form or in solid powder form.

Depending on their chemical characteristics, there are fluidizing additives composed of enzymes that break down the organic matter in slurry, as well as chemical additives that act as digesters of the organic matter. There are also fluidizing products composed of clay-based mineral complexes that help capture gases associated with slurry, such as ammonia (NH3).

How are disinfection arches activated?

Disinfection arches can be activated using photocells or by manually activating push buttons. Photocells activate the disinfection arch automatically when the presence of the vehicle to be disinfected is detected. Using a manual push button allows the disinfection arch to be activated at any time.

What type of heaters are most common on farms?

Common heating equipment on farms includes electric heaters, gas heaters, and oil heaters.

Why is it important to control and reduce NH3?

Determining the current ammonia levels on the farm using a specific meter is the first step in understanding the farm's current situation.

Reducing ammonia emissions inside barns is a priority for farmers, both from a health and welfare perspective for animals and workers, and from a financial perspective for the farm.

Having reliable records of the existing concentration of NH3 in the different areas of the farm will ensure the necessary evidence for compliance with current regulations governing optimal animal welfare conditions on farms.

How does the use of disinfection arches affect the biosecurity of farms?

Disinfection of vehicles that are going to access the interior of the farm premises is an essential element in improving the biosecurity of any farm.

Disinfection arches cut the spread of diseases transmitted by contact with vehicles that may have been contaminated on other farms or external​ facilities (feed mills, slaughterhouses, etc.).

Why is the use of a disinfection arch important at the entrance to farms?

The use of disinfection arches allows for improved biosecurity on livestock farms. It is an essential element within the strategy to guarantee the protection of farms against the entry of external pathogens.

Can I combine products from different manufacturers in the same installation?

It's usually possible, as long as the dimensions, fixtures, and materials are compatible.

It's generally recommended to maintain brand consistency to facilitate assembly, maintenance, and replacements.

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What advantages does a heating bulb provide?

Heating bulbs allow to generate, quickly and in any place, a warm and pleasant environment for people and animals. Heating lamps are very easy to install, inexpensive and they do not require previous installations for their functioning.

How can biosecurity be improved on farms?

- Apply biosecurity protocols to reduce risks
- Action practices: hygiene management, disinfection management, carcass management, pest management, reduction of external visits, security perimeters, manure management, veterinary waste management
- Facilities and equipment: disinfection arches, sanitary changing rooms, footbaths, carcass containers and veterinary waste containers

Which cartridges to choose for a stunning pistol

The choice of cartridges that will be used in the stunning pistols is directly related to the kind of animals on which they will be used. Depending on the weight of the animals the load of the cartridges will be higher or lower ...

How to act in the event of a tail biting outbreak?

At the first signs of a tail biting outbreak, enrichment material that is completely unfamiliar to the animals in the affected pen should be immediately provided in order to attract their interest and keep them entertained.

Continuously monitor the animals suspected of attacking to identify the pigs responsible for the bites ...