Ralco Strengthens Commitment to Sow Health with Acquisition of Sow Magic
Ralco is proud to announce the acquisition of Sow Magic, a pioneering product developed to address the pressing issue of sow mortality, from O’Bryan …
Mycotoxins in Swine: What You Need to Know and How to Manage the Risks
Mycotoxins might sound complex, but they’re simply harmful compounds produced by molds, and they can pose big risks to pig health. These sneaky toxins …
Maximize Profits with Effective Pig Feed Additives
As the summer market quickly approaches, pig producers are looking for effective ways to maximize their profits. One key strategy is using specialized …
Proven Ways to Drive Intake in Pigs During the Summer Months
As the weather warms up, many farms start to see issues with their herd’s feed intake. Pigs are easily stressed by heat, and not eating is one of the …
Fighting Back Against Hemorrhagic Bowel Syndrome in Pigs
Hemorrhagic Bowel Syndrome, commonly called HBS, is a significant concern for pork producers. There are no signs and no real explanation. Pigs in …
How Old Are Your Swine Diets?
Dr. Russell Fent, Ralco Swine Technical Team Director
As swine nutritionists like to say, “You can’t monitor what you don’t measure.”
The pork …
True Cost of Mortality in the Grow-Finish Barn
In swine production, pig mortality is increasing every year. While the cause can often be challenging to pin down, this increase is generally …
How to Add Finishing Weight to Swine Diets Without Fat
If a producer chooses to eliminate supplemental fat from their swine diets because of high prices, then the question becomes, “how do pigs get energy …
Filling the Gap Left by Ractopamine
For years, many producers utilized ractopamine to add lean gain in the last 15 – 35 days before market. The tool improved feed efficiency and …
Ralco Welcomes New Associate Swine Nutritionist Dr. Jacob Richert
Ralco welcomes Dr. Jacob Richert as its new Associate Swine Nutritionist. With a Ph.D. in swine nutrition from Purdue University, a master’s degree in …