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Farm buildings: Pig producer adds LED lighting to high welfare rearing shed

Welfare is of paramount importance in any livestock enterprise, not least in the pig industry. One of the UK’s leading pig businesses is exploring how LED lighting in its buildings can reduce aggression and enhance

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Farm buildings: Pig producer adds LED lighting to high welfare rearing shed

Welfare is of paramount importance in any livestock enterprise, not least in the pig industry. One of the UK's leading pig businesses is exploring how LED lighting in its buildings can reduce aggression...

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