How to reduce piglet mortality with sows in loose-housed systems
Tuesday, August 11, 2015 - 13:20
in Health & Medicine
Swine housing has been a hot topic in recent years, not only in the United States, but in many countries, such as Denmark. Due to genetic advancements in recent years, the average litter size in Denmark is 16.6 total born piglets. With increased number of piglets, determining the optimal housing system for both the piglet and sow is critical.