NEWS
NEWS
Entertaining pigs
“Environmental enrichment” can reduce tail biting amongst confined pigs by reducing boredom and giving pigs other outlets for their chewing behaviour. Read more
Seedless Saturday?
Seed companies unable to keep up with demand Read more
Hurt plants produce healthier fruit
It turns out that we may have pests to thank for the higher concentrations of beneficial compounds in organic produce. Read more
What consumers value about their beef
Should Canada import international standards for labelling and assurance? Read more
Should you form a peer advisory group?
A peer group can provide critical insight into important and potentially sensitive issues as well as information about opportunities. Read more
How to prepare your farm for COVID19
University of Maine veterinarian, Jim Weber, provides some suggestions to keep staff and animals safe. Read more
Research Notes
Entertaining pigs
“Environmental enrichment” can reduce tail biting amongst confined pigs by reducing boredom and giving pigs other outlets for their chewing behaviour. Read more
Hurt plants produce healthier fruit
It turns out that we may have pests to thank for the higher concentrations of beneficial compounds in organic produce. Read more
Screaming plants
It turns out the Canadian band The Arrogant Worms was onto something. Plants do scream when suffering. Read more
Painting livestock to repel flies
Flies avoid landing on animals and surfaces with stripes with a maximum width of 5 cm (2 inches) or dots with a maximum diameter of 10 cm (4 inches). Read more
The stress of watering
Water, soil splashed on leaves, and simply touching plants can stimulate their immune systems. Read more