Low farrowing rate troubleshooter

Why is my farrowing rate less than ideal? Use this tool to discover the potential causes. Navigate using the flowchart or use the buttons within the text to access the different parts of the tool.

The farrowing rate is the percentage of sows that farrow out of those that were serviced in a specific batch or at a specific time.

Types of gestation losses that can lower the farrowing rate, detailing the different types of returns to estrus based on they occur.

Under normal conditions the farrowing rate should exceed 85%, ideally reaching percentages over 90%.

My farrowing rate is <85%.
I want to improve it.

Situations with a farrowing rate < 85%, should be investigated. Begin troubleshooting by clicking the button above, or navigate using the flowchart to access the different parts of the tool.

Use this tool to find out why your farrowing rate is less than ideal. Click on the flowchart or on the buttons found within the text to navigate through the different parts of the tool.