The Role of Nutrition Across Production Stages to Improve Sow Longevity

The Role of Nutrition Across Production Stages to Improve Sow Longevity

Modern hyperprolific sows are increasingly susceptible to health challenges. Their rapid growth rates predispose them to locomotor disorders, while high metabolic demands, reduced backfat thickness, and increased protein accretion heighten their vulnerability to heat stress and dystocia. Additionall...

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Main Authors: Matheus Saliba Monteiro, Rafaella Fernandes Carnevale, Bruno Bracco Donatelli Muro, Ana Lígia Braga Mezzina, Bruno Braga Carnino, André Pegoraro Poor, Carlos Emilio Cabrera Matajira, Cesar Augusto Pospissil Garbossa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-01-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
fiber
growth rate
heat stress
microbiota
mortality
swine
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/15/2/189
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