Pigs are among the most intensively farmed livestock animals worldwide. The vast majority of pigs endure suffering throughout every stage of their lives with little quality of life. For their entire lifespan, most pigs are confined to narrow pens with bare concrete floors.
Read MoreThe longer the farrowing process lasts for sows, the higher the associated production risks. What practical methods can shorten sows’ farrowing time and achieve efficient delivery? Below we share practical management tips for pig farmers.
Read MoreThe nutritional requirements of lactating sows for energy, protein, lysine and other nutrients are determined by their body weight, milk production and breeding environment. However, under traditional feeding patterns, farmers cannot accurately assess sows’ weight and milk yield, so they feed arbitr......
Read MorePigs are homotherms with underdeveloped sweat glands. When the ambient temperature exceeds the upper limit of their thermoneutral zone, pigs will suffer heat stress, manifested as tail biting, rapid breathing and reduced feed intake. Their metabolism and physiological functions will be abnormal, lea......
Read MoreLiquid feeding is actually the traditional feeding method for pigs. However, manual feed mixing and bucket delivery demanded massive labor. As pig farming scaled up and automated equipment became popular, dry feed gradually took its place.
Read MorePigs are omnivores with diverse dietary needs. To thrive, they require a balanced diet consisting of fiber, energy, protein, vitamins and minerals, which makes feed a critical part of pig farming. So which option is better, dry feed or liquid feed? From practical experience, pigs clearly prefer liq......
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