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Comparative metabolic and stress-related responses to adrenaline in Iberian and Landrace pigs

EU: strong support for phasing out the use of cages in pig farming
The European Commission’s consultation shows broad support for phasing out cages in pig farming, although the sector warns about costs, biosecurity, and structural constraints.
Few effects of sow lactational stress on maternal behavior, but altered physiology with implications for piglet early-life stress coping

Agriculture and Fisheries Council: Cyprus presidency sets priorities for first half of 2026
Cyprus set out its 2026 priorities, focusing on a competitive and sustainable agri-food sector, organic farming reform and the EU bioeconomy strategy.
Effects of light spectrum on pig behaviour, health and growth

Denmark phases out sow confinement
A new executive order phases out the immobilization of sows in farrowing pens.

UK: New animal welfare strategy aims to phase out farrowing crates and CO2 stunning
The strategy includes plans to move away from farrowing crates and address welfare concerns around stunning pigs with carbon dioxide.
Piglets’ behaviour and performance in relation to sow characteristics

Panama creates national commission for sustainable development of the swine industry
With the creation of CONAPORC, Panama is advancing towards a sustainable pig farming model, coordinating development, health, and environmental protection actions for the swine industry.

Spain: Supreme Court annuls increase in required space per pig
The increase in minimum areas for pig farming has been rendered ineffective.
Inheriting the sins of their fathers: boar life experiences can shape the emotional responses of their offspring

III Latin American Leaders Meeting: Learning, vision and new alliances
Within the framework of the 333 Experience Congress LATAM 2025, the III Latin American Leaders Meeting was held, an exclusive conference that brought together more than 40 swine industry leaders to strengthen alliances and plan for the future of regional pig farming.

UK: End to CO₂ use in slaughter recommended by Animal Welfare Committee
The Animal Welfare Committee has published its opinion on the welfare impacts on pigs of CO2 gas stunning and of potential alternative stunning methods.

333 Experience Congress LATAM 2025: A new milestone for Latin American pig farming
Held from October 15 to 17 in Cali, Colombia, 333's flagship event ended its sixth edition with historic results, cementing its position as the most influential conference in the Latin American swine industry.