Solbjerggaard: We have found the key to higher survival
At Solbjerggaard, they have proved that achieving stable performance and higher survival rates for both sows and piglets does not have to involve major investments. Through strong teamwork and consistent routines, they have raised sow survival to 95% for their purebred sows. They have routines firmly in place to ensure that genetic progress really […]
Every pig counts when it comes to your profit
There is extra reason to celebrate when the number of weaned piglets increases. Of course, many liveborn piglets do not guarantee more weaned pigs. But it is a prerequisite that the piglet is born before it can be weaned. This summer, Denmark saw a historically high pig price. The highest level in 25 years. […]
Another year with Denmark leading efficient pig production
Latest results from InterPIG 2024 confirm that Danish pig production sets the standard for benchmark on a global scale. Proven by being the most cost-efficient production in Europe, with a production cost of €1.68 per kg warm carcass. Many years of genetic progress driven by DanBred genetics have contributed to high productivity, which is a […]
Care for more potential
DanBred delivers genetics worldwide with the purpose of producing more pork for less costs. We focus on targeted breeding, which forms the foundation for achieving higher productivity and robust pigs in your herd. In the end, this results in higher profit for you as a pig producer. Our production sow, DanBred Hybrid, provides robust […]
Hands-on tips for better litter performance
Improving litter performance is essential for maximizing productivity and profitability in pig production. With the introduction of a new trait in DanBreds breeding goal – litter weight gain – you can expect an annual increase of 3 kg in litter weight gain, equivalent to weaning half a piglet more per litter. To help you achieve […]
From 82 to 95 % sow survival with simple routines
Klaus Bjerre is a farmer through and through. But not long ago, he considered giving up pig farming due to high sow mortality. Less than two years later, survival is up to 95% – and the solutions were simpler than expected. Klaus Bjerre and his wife run a DanBred multiplication farm in Denmark, where they […]
