It’s not easy being a baby, but weaning piglets are particularly subject to a host of stresses. What can you do to help the pig during this critical time of development?
In 2023, Dustin Coleman faced a dilemma familiar to many producers right now in the swine industry. He found that while his animals were performing well enough, he wanted to learn how he could improve their condition while possibly saving money.
The first few weeks of a pig’s life are important for their health and growth potential and can also be a challenge with changes in environment and diet. Here’s some tips on how to help them thrive from the beginning.
Swine nutrition can be a complex beast under the best conditions. However, when you have pigs flowing from a disease challenge or with a history of a disease challenge, that can take the complexity up a notch.