Swine Production and Management

Question 1

How is sow productivity affected?

Answer 1

-milk production levels
-duration of lactation
-# of nonproductive days
-culling rates
-mortality rates
-time from weaning to estrus
-conception rates

Question 2

How long should sows not be fed after farrowing?

Answer 2

12-24 hours but water should always be available

Question 3

What are the advantages of inducing farrowing?

Answer 3

• reduced pig mortality
• heavier weaning weights
• more efficient use of labor resources
• more cross-fostering