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Acceligen successfully breeds gene-edited pigs with PRRS resistance

Acceligen, a leading innovator in sustainable agriculture, is proud to announce the breeding of gene-edited pigs with resistance to porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome. This breakthrough represents a significant step forward in the pursuit for sustainable and ethical pork production.

PRRS is the most devastating disease to the swine industry in the United States, affecting not only the productivity of pigs, but also their health and wellness.  This regularly occurring and complex disease has been documented to cause an estimated $500 million USD of losses to the pork producers, thus affecting the food security of countless people around the world.

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Ravens Leaving The Nest & A Ram Leaving The Farm!

Video: Ravens Leaving The Nest & A Ram Leaving The Farm!

The baby ravens have started leaving the nest and we have another Dorset ram leaving the farm. We've been watching the ravens again this year as yet again our resident ravens setup their nest on our silo. They have been doing this for years now and the babies fledging is always an exciting time but also a dangerous time as they leave the safety of home behind.