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The selection and management of appropriate bacteria for the decomposition of solid parts of pig slurry is essential for efficient treatment.

Liquid slurry has a high fertilising capacity that can partly replace chemical products.

The country produced up to 222,000 tons of pork in 2024, a 134% increase from 2010.

Inadequate environmental management during weaning can lead to stress, disease, and poor growth rates, negatively impacting farm productivity.

Communication is a key tool to reverse false ideas about the pork sector and to explain reality with arguments.

Monitoring wild boars with advanced technology and applying biosecurity measures are key to preventing the transmission of diseases to pigs.

Controlling PRRS requires a combination of measures that reduce virus circulation and minimize its impact on production.

The presence of women in the pig sector has not only grown in number but also in influence, contributing to the modernization and sustainability of the sector.

Applying the slurry resulting from acidification as an organic fertiliser increases production in a cereal field by 15 to 20% compared to other fertilisers.

The country has logged a 24% increase in pork production between 2019 and 2023, although it remains dependent on imports to meet domestic demand.

Investing in staff training and motivation, as well as in the early stages of animal life, not only leads to better welfare but also enhances the profitability and sustainability of our farms.

Farrowing is one of the most complex phases from an environmental perspective, as the needs of sows and piglets are very different.

Correctly treating slurry is crucial to reduce the environmental impact and maximise the use of the nutrients it contains.

Increases in production, regulatory challenges, and exports mark a pivotal year for Spanish pig farming, which continues to stand as a European and global reference.

The need to adapt to new animal welfare regulations and health issues are emerging as the main challenge for the sector.