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Farrowing batches: keeping the breeding groups full
In the last chapter we looked at the importance of achieving homogenous farrowing batches (age distribution + nº sows). In this chapter we will begin to see how to achieve this.
Conditions for breeding during weaning
Hormone management (III)
When external administration of the hormonal product is stopped, the levels of progesterone fall.
Dietary protein in piglet diets
Feed management after weaning
Without a doubt weaning is the most stressful process suffered by a pig, or at least it is up until that moment in its life.
Immunity and serotype
What is the best age for weaning piglets? (3/3)
In order to carry out this economic analysis we have kept in mind the variables between the two types of weaning in the different phases: site 1 (reproductive sows), site 2 (weaning), and site 3 (fattening).
Why tryptophan is an important amino acid for piglet nutrition
Clinical and pathologic diagnosis
Alternatives to fish meal for piglets
What is the best age for weaning piglets? (1/3)
With this article we begin the publication of a series of three unpublished articles by José Barceló for pig333.com on the age at weaning. José gave us the articles a few days before his death. As a way of paying homage to him we have decided to publish them posthumously without any alterations.
Feed palatability and voluntary feed intake in pigs
Preparing gruel
The use of pulped food incites consumption and allows a smoother transition from milk to feed.