Hands-on on farm pig training

This training is ideal for pig farm workers and managers who are actively involved in the day-today care of pigs and responsible for the daily management of a pig production unit. It is particularly useful for those who want to build their skills and understand the impact of management strategies that support efficient and sustainable production. The course helps you to grow professionally and contribute to more effective pig farm performance. There are no formal qualifications required but a basic background in pig farming is recommended.

Participants can expect a dynamic and interactive learning experience where the trainers will use your practical on-farm situation to address management principles and give tips and address challenges you may have. Active participation is encouraged for this week. At the end of the training you will leave with skills that can be applied immediately and a clear understanding of the “why” behind everyday decisions on the pig farm.

The training covers a wide range of essential topics to support both practical skills and management understanding in pig production. Key areas include bio-security principles and how to implement this on farm, the relation between herd size, farm layout and planning. Participants will learn about timing of the inseminations and how to effectively manage breeding gilts to do a stead flow of inseminations. Feed and feeding systems as well as climate control will be addressed. Carcass quality of fatteners and AB reduction/AB free production is addressed.

The costs are € 3,450.00 (excl. VAT). Included in the price are:

• Training fee
• Certificate
• Coffee/tea/lunch during training days
• Stay at Hotel Mercure in Amersfoort with breakfast
• Insurance
• Transportation between the hotel and the Training Centre

NB. The course is given in English

In case you would like to have additional information you may contact the coordinator of the programme: Johan Hissink, j.hissink@aeres.nl