Pig keeping outdoors
Pigs are a great way of assisting land management in a natural and sustainable way, as part of a broader program or clearing a small area covered in weeds and unwanted undergrowth.[1]
As omnivores, pigs have a tremendous rooting...
Productive Pigs – Improving performance and maximising returns
Join Farming Connect for an opportunity to visit the new farrow to finish pig unit at Glynllifon and learn more about improving pig performance and productivity to maximise returns.
As well as visiting the new state-of-the-art facilities, renowned vet and...
FC - Issue 5
Below is the 5th issue of Farming Connect’s technical publication for farmers and foresters in Wales.
Published bi-monthly, it includes easy to digest facts and figures about a range of technical matters, along with the latest information and research from...
FC - Issue 4
Below is the 4th issue of Farming Connect’s technical publication for farmers and foresters in Wales.
Published bi-monthly, it includes easy to digest facts and figures about a range of technical matters, along with the latest information and research from...
Improving piglet survival: a nutritional approach from the sow to piglet
Dr. Ruth Wonfor: IBERS, Aberystwyth University
Take home messages:
- We can improve the nutrition of the sow before and after farrowing to improve piglet survival.
- It is essential that piglets receive enough good quality colostrum in the first 24 hours...
Improving piglet survival: a management approach from breeding to farrowing
Dr Ruth Wonfor: IBERS, Aberystwyth University
Take home messages:
- 50% of piglet deaths before weaning take place within the first 3 days after farrowing due to low vitality and viability.
- We can improve piglet survival through improving management practices in...