
Monday, 20 February 2012 14:03
"More stable sow piglet weight enhances vitality"
The most important goal of pig breeders is to realise the superb genetic potential of today`s sow and large litters in order to enable maximum profitability. Only consistently healthy sows that receive the correct daily nutrient intake throughout the production period will get near their potential. The production target of even-sized litters, weaned at the correct weight and times, puts considerable pressure on sow`s metabolic status. Towards the end of gestation the sows have extremely enhanced energy and amino acid requirements that have to be reflected in the available nutrient concentrations in the blood so that the foetus can develop correctly.