Nettex's PigMark spray is to be launched at this year's British Pig & Poultry Fair
New Spray Aims To Improve Efficiency Of Pig Identification
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A new and vibrant pig marking spray will be launched at the British Pig & Poultry Fair 2026 on 13th & 14th May, offering producers a fast, effective solution for temporary animal identification.
PigMark from Nettex is a high-visibility, fast-drying marker spray, available in red and blue, designed to improve the accuracy and efficiency of identification during routine pig management. It is made in the UK and delivers durable, clearly visible marks that withstand handling with minimal smudging.
Nia Williams, Nettex livestock specialist says: “Clear identification is an important part of good stock management, and PigMark helps improve workflow efficiency, reducing the need for reapplication and supporting better organisation during sorting, treatment and transport.”
PigMark will be showcased alongside a range of other leading pig healthcare and enrichment solutions from Nettex, including the innovative Pig CalmBlock. This specialist pressed feed block provides both environmental enrichment and nutritional support, helping to reduce aggression and vice behaviours in pigs.
Designed to encourage natural foraging and rooting behaviour, CalmBlock is edible, chewable and easily manipulated, offering a convenient and effective way to help reduce stress within groups. In a major farm study involving 962 piglets1, CalmBlock was found to reduce tail biting compared to a control group with no enrichment.
Ms Williams adds: “CalmBlock also provides supplementary minerals, including a high level of magnesium and Phytotec®, a unique blend of plant extracts and yeast components to help maintain optimal health and performance.”
Visitors to the Nettex stand (20-653) will also be able to learn more about other products in the Nettex pig range, including:
- StopBite - a tail biting deterrent containing Denatonium Benzoate, an extremely bitter substance that helps prevent biting behaviour.
- StimuLife - an oral paste containing optimum levels of vitamin E, digestible energy and probiotics to help support the piglet’s natural immune function.
- RevitaLyte – a highly palatable blend of electrolytes, betaine, prebiotics and organic acids on a high-energy base, aiding hydration and stimulating water and feed intake, particularly during key challenging periods.
References
- BH1, Northamptonshire, 2021
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