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Bayer-Monsanto Merger Could Finalize This Week

 
Two key agricultural seed and chemical manufacturers could seal the deal on their proposed merger this week.
 
Providing all regulatory approvals are in place, Bayer could complete its acquisition of Monsanto as early as Thursday.
 
Last week the U.S. and Canada gave their conditional approvals for the plan once divestment's to BASF are completed.
 
BASF is buying the LibertyLink properties from Bayer.
 
Source : Steinbachonline

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Exploring Precision Data in Swine Production - Dr. Janice Siegford

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Janice Siegford from Michigan State University discusses how precision livestock farming data can support pig health, welfare, transparency, and decision making. She explains why data ownership, privacy, consumer perception, and cost sharing must be addressed as technology becomes more common on farms. Listen now on all major platforms.

“Precision livestock farming data can support producers, veterinarians, certifiers, and consumers by enabling improved monitoring, prediction, and decision-making across the entire production system.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Janice Siegford / janice-siegford-24318839 is a Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Animal Science at Michigan State University. Her expertise in animal welfare, neuroscience, and zoology supports research on pig behavior, stress resilience, and precision livestock farming. Her work explores early weaning, genetics, and stakeholder perspectives on technology adoption to improve pig care, health, and productivity. Learn more from Dr. Janice Siegford on The Swine it Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.