Pig Improvement Company (PIC) - North America

With the PIC©800, you’re not just meeting benchmarks – you’re surpassing them. PIC©800 progeny continuously outperform U.S. benchmarks in: ⚪ Feed efficiency ⚪ Growth rate ⚪ Survivability This impressive performance isn’t by accident – it’s the result of our relentless commitment to innovation and advancement in genetic selection. Discover how the PIC®800 can elevate your performance: https://bit.ly/3ZOcHDD #PICGenetics #Swine #PorkProduction

Isaiah Spath, PIC Wean-to-Finish Technical Services, said it best. The first 10 days post-weaning are critical to the success of your wean-to-finish operation. When done properly, early pig care practices ultimately result in: ✅ Reduced fallouts ✅ Efficient use of barn resources ✅ Recovery of body condition loss due to weaning stress ✅ Greater full value pigs Our wean-to-finish team knows the importance of an early pig care program. That’s why we’ve created a new series of videos showing the best early pig care practices. Watch here: https://bit.ly/4e9IToN  #EarlyPigCare #PICGenetics #PorkProduction

Karla Elliot’s 20+ year journey with PIC has been nothing short of remarkable. Karla started her career with PIC in 2001, working in many areas of production, eventually leading to her current position as Production Manager at our Borealis Gene Transfer Center. At Borealis, Karla oversees a multifaceted operation, managing production, the lab, and documentation. “What still amazes me is the global impact of our genetics. Walking into the boar stud knowing that our genetics are making an impact around the world is incredible,” Karla says. Her humility and hard work have been trademarks of her career with PIC. Knowing her actions each day are impacting the global pork industry keeps her motivated and engaged. If you’ve ever received shipments from Karla and the Borealis team, let us know in the comments! Let’s see how just how far Karla’s impact has truly reached⬇️ #PICGenetics #PorkProduction #SwineIndustry

Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) caused an estimated $1.2 billion per year in lost production in the U.S. pork industry from 2016 to 2020, an 80% increase from a decade earlier, according to a recent analysis Iowa State University expert, Dr. Derald Holtkamp. It’s become clear that the problem is only getting worse, and the industry is in need of a solution. We recently sat down with Dr. Holtkamp to dig deeper into his research and background and get his take on what the industry can do to combat the growing losses from PRRS. Read the full Q&A here: https://bit.ly/3Ypnlj0

𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐢𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬. Piglet conversion is a key performance indicator for sow production efficiency. It is calculated by dividing the number of pigs weaned by the number of total born. Increasing piglet conversion by just one percent can have sizable positive results on the number of weaned pigs heading out the door and your bottom line. The good news – the PIC Camborough® excels at piglet conversion. Why? Because she farrows more and heavier piglets that thrive with her superior mothering ability. Get ahead on piglet conversion with the Camborough®. Her on-farm performance and genetic trends prove it. #PICGenetics #Camborough #PorkProduction

Celebrating National Pork Month! 🎉 At PIC, we’re dedicated to supporting the entire pork industry, from farm to fork. Our commitment goes beyond just genetics – it includes ensuring that every bite of pork on your plate is of the highest quality. Whether you’re enjoying a tender pork chop, flavorful bacon or a juicy roast, know that the PIC Applied Meats team is working closely with packers and producers behind the scenes to make every bite just right! Find out more about our meat quality resources here:  https://bit.ly/3Mv9Vvg Here's to celebrating the farmers, packers and everyone in the pork industry who brings delicious pork to our tables every day! #NationalPorkMonth #PICGenetics #PorkPride #Porktober

Accurate body scoring ensures greater genetic potential is realized. Learning how to accurately measure BCS by locating the last rib and using the caliper correctly ensures your sows receive the optimal nutrition they need. By understanding your sows’ body condition and improving their longevity, you can also improve your profit margin. Follow the steps in this video to use the caliper effectively: https://bit.ly/4dmSeJs  #Livestock #PICGenetics #PorkProduction

Pork producers need the right products at the right time to keep their operations running smoothly and profitably. At PIC, we ensure that high-quality, high-health genetics are always available when you need them. Our global and local network of farms, partner multipliers and gene transfer centers minimize genetic lag and guarantees availability. With our Supply Chain, Transport and Health Assurance teams working together, we deliver high-quality, healthy and biosecure products to producers safely and efficiently. Trust PIC to support your success with exceptional genetics and dependable supply: https://bit.ly/47fCwhw #PICGenetics #PorkProduction #Swine

Karli Lane’s passion for pigs started when she was just nine years old, showing pigs in 4-H. It was that early passion which eventually led her to join PIC. “PIC had everything I was looking for – opportunities for growth in a company that truly aligned to my values and goals in the swine industry,” Karli shares. Karli started her career with PIC as a Career Development Trainee at our elite farm, Apex. After a few years spent in production, she transitioned to her current role as Senior Logistics Planner. She’s enjoyed the career development opportunities PIC has offered including Genus PLC’s AWAKE group – an employee resource group by women for women – and support of her pursuit of her Master’s in Supply Chain Management. “There is never a lack of opportunity if you are willing to take it,” Karli mentions of her time at PIC, and her career is surely a testament to that. Explore PIC careers today:  https://bit.ly/3Za89af #PICGenetics #PorkProduction #Swine

In 1974, Dr. Allen D. Leman and Dr. Jim Hanson initiated the Leman Conference to present new information and discuss important issues in the swine industry. 50 years later, the tradition continues.   Join us at the 2024 #LemanConference and hear from these PIC experts: ➡️ Timothy Snider, PIC Regional Health Assurance Director Session: African swine fever in Europe – Forest fires and traveling embers ➡️ Savannah Millburn, M.S., PIC Genetic Services Specialist Poster: Modern approach to genetic improvement for sow longevity Get more details on the upcoming conference: https://lnkd.in/gqHphqxR   #PorkProduction #PICGenetics