Pig

2024 - 4 - 16

Pig Tales: From Wild Attacks to TV Battles and Climate Controversies

Bird bird flu - Danish Crown - Hogzilla - pig attacks - Rare Breeds Survival Trust - Bird

Discover the shocking truth behind wild pig attacks, fair prices at county fairs, and TV showdowns in this quirky pig-themed article!

Pigs have been making waves in unexpected ways, from hogzilla-like wild attacks surpassing shark fatalities to heartwarming community support at county fairs. The shocking research published in 2023 revealed a steady increase in human fatalities caused by wild pig incidents, painting a startling picture of the danger these animals can pose. In a heartening turn of events, a winning bid of $74 a pound for a pig at the Flagler County Fair raised nearly $50,000 for Riley Lauremore, a 4-H member recovering from a traumatic head injury. The generosity and solidarity shown towards Riley's family highlight the compassionate side of pig-related events. Additionally, the TV nostalgia battle between Lawrence Welk and Arnold the pig showcases the diverse cultural influences pigs have had, from classic music to quirky humor.

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Image courtesy of "Pork Magazine"

Hogzilla or Jaws? Wild Pigs Kill More People Than Sharks ... (Pork Magazine)

According to groundbreaking research published in 2023, the number of humans killed by wild pig attacks steadily climbed from 2000 to 2019, for a total of 172 ...

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Image courtesy of "Observer Local News"

Fair price: Winning bid for pig is $74 a pound at Flagler County Fair ... (Observer Local News)

Nearly $50000 was raised for the family of 4-H member Riley Lauremore, who suffered a traumatic head injury in a boating accident.

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Image courtesy of "AG Week"

The TV battle pits Lawrence Welk against Arnold the pig (AG Week)

Columnist Mychal Wilmes recalls the golden age of TV when his parents' must-watch was Lawrence Welk while the kids preferred the antics of Arnold the pig.

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Image courtesy of "Euronews"

'Climate-controlled pig'? Danish Crown admits to misleading people ... (Euronews)

Europe's biggest pork producer has admitted that a claim its meat is “more climate-friendly than you think” violated marketing law. Danish Crown was ruled ...

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Image courtesy of "New Zealand Herald"

Pig in Tauranga's Johnson Reserve harassed by dogs, outraging local (New Zealand Herald)

A “friendly” acorn-munching pig loose in a Tauranga public reserve was cornered and harassed by two dogs as their owners watched, says an outraged witness.

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Image courtesy of "Swineweb.com"

Danish Crown Acknowledges Marketing Missteps in Supreme Court ... (Swineweb.com)

Danish Crown has officially responded affirmatively to the claims brought forth by the Climate Movement in Denmark and the Danish Vegetarian Association in ...

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Image courtesy of "FG Insight"

Concern for UK's rare pig and poultry breeds in new RBST Watchlist (FG Insight)

The Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST) is calling for targeted Government action to encourage more people to keep native pig and poultry breeds.

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Image courtesy of "Pig World"

RBST Watchlist highlights worrying decline in our native pig breeds ... (Pig World)

A number the UK's iconic native pig breeds remain very much on the endangered list, with some showing concerning declines, according to the Rare Breeds ...

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Image courtesy of "Agriland.co.uk"

RBST has 'increasing concerns' for rare native pig and poultry breeds (Agriland.co.uk)

The Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST) has said it has "increasing concerns" for the UK's rare native pig and poultry breeds following the release of its.

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Image courtesy of "Irish Farmers' Association"

Pig Market Update 17th April - Irish Farmers' Association (Irish Farmers' Association)

here was no announced increase in pig prices on Friday last, however, it's reported processors have given an increase of 2c/kg. Farmers are reporting also ...

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Image courtesy of "KELOLAND.com"

Iowa pig company penalized by South Dakota Board (KELOLAND.com)

PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) — An Iowa company must close its two pig-buying stations in South Dakota for 15 days as part of its punishment for defrauding livestock ...

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Image courtesy of "Farming Life"

Major concerns for UK's rare pig and poultry breeds in new RBST ... (Farming Life)

With today's new Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST) Watchlist increasing concerns for the UK's rare native pig and poultry breeds, RBST is calling for ...

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Image courtesy of "The Guardian"

UK's native poultry under threat as bird flu takes hold worldwide (The Guardian)

Annual watchlist raises concern for native chicken, duck, geese and turkey populations as well as rare pig breeds.

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Image courtesy of "Country Life"

Rare-breed poultry and pigs on the decline according to latest Rare ... (Country Life)

Avian flu combined with higher input prices has had a damaging effect on Britain's native poultry populations, according to the RBST.

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