Feeding organic pigs: a handbook of raw materials and recommendations for feeding practice
The formulation of a pigs diet has become extremely sophisticated, and accounts for 70-80% of the…
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Online conference on improving sustainability and welfare in organic poultry and pig production
The EU project OK-Net EcoFeed will hold its final project conference together with the three other…
NutriGadget - Farm gate nutrient budgets for organic farming - New practice abstract
Nutrient imbalances are often not noticed in organic farms. However, having a nutrient deficit can…
Organic Farm Knowledge collaborates with the FAO
This platform was created through partnerships and will continue to thrive only through…
Feeding strategies for laying hens in free-range systems with pasture - new tool
Which feeding system best meet hens' nutritional needs and what laying performance can be expected?…
Designing pasture subdivisions for practical management of hogs - new tool
Learn how to optimise pig grazing by subdividing and rotating between paddocks, considering the…
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Creeping thistles, couch grass and broad-leaved docks cause more and more trouble in organic agriculture. In order to keep them at bay, a stubble…
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In the beginning, weeds with shallow roots were successfully eradicated by the harrow. Others (e.g., burdock and stork’s bill) were controlled to a…
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Harvest the seeds, if possible, at full maturity, since less mature seeds are more sensitive to induction of damage. Dry the seeds soon after harvest,…