This year’s Irish Pig Health Society (IPHS) Symposium will take place on April 16, and is due to focus on future proofing the health of businesses.
Recently appointed head of high performance with Horse Sport Ireland, Bernard Jackman will deliver the keynote address at the symposium, which takes place at 3:00p.m in Co. Kildare.
This is the first year that the event will be held at its new venue – The Curragh Racecourse Exhibition Hall in Co. Kildare.
Delegates will also hear from international climate control expert based in the Netherlands, Peter van der Voorst, about the significance of climate control and its impact on animal welfare.
A range of speakers will discuss practical solutions to the ongoing challenges presented by health, welfare and productivity in the pig farming sector.
Professor of monogastric nutrition, John O’Doherty will offer advice from his years of researching.
Other panel speakers include Joe Healy, Jason McGrath and Sarah Hanley from the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) Pig Policy Division, with Michael McKeon of Teagasc’s Pig Development Department moderating the discussion.
IPHS president Peter Duggan said: “We’re really looking forward to this year’s event which features a new format and a new venue in the form of the Curragh”.
Following the symposium, the traditional hog roast dinner will be served at 7:00p.m, providing attendees and sponsors with a meal and further networking opportunities.