Norsvin USA

Breeding seminar with Lithuanian pig producers

Together with the Lithuanian Pig Producers Association (LPPA), Norsvin Lietuva arranged a seminar for pig producers the 23rd of October. The seminar was addressing the potentials found in modern pig breeding, and consequently its genetics. Jonas Zaltuaskas (Norsvin Lietuva) and Algis Baravykas (LPPA) had done a great job marketing the seminar, and all seats were taken by the time the seminar started. Knut Roland, Norsvin Genetic Support Manager Europe, and Darwin Tilstra, Norsvin USA Genetic Improvement Manager, attended the seminar.

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Norsvin opens new boar test station – Norsvin Delta!

11th of March 2008 was a significant day for modern pig breeding. Together with partners and friends from Europe and America, Norsvin celebrated the opening of Norsvin Delta. Norsvin Delta, located close to the Olympic city of Lillehammer, Norway, is the name of Norsvin’s new boar test station. 3 500 boars will be tested annually at Norsvin Delta, all of which will end the test with more than 1 200 internal pictures each, providing Norsvin with detailed knowledge of each selection candidates meat, bone and fat content.

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Uniqe and sustainable genetic profile

In the last two years, the average value of a Norsvin Landrace market hog has increased by 58.50 NOK (8.75 $) due to Norsvins precise and intensive selection program.

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