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Feeding Guidelines for Pregnant Sows

In pig farm production management, feeding of pregnant sows is a crucial part. Scientific and reasonable feeding methods can not only ensure the health of sows, but also promote the good development of piglets. The following will introduce you to the feeding guide of pregnant sows.

Feed selection

The feed for pregnant sows should be rich in protein, vitamins and minerals, and the weight of the pigs should be controlled to avoid excessive obesity. Common feeds include corn, soybean meal, fish meal, etc., which can be formulated according to the specific conditions of the pigs.

Feeding method

• Regular and quantitative feeding: Feed the sows several times a day to ensure that they have enough feed intake.
• Feeding tips: When feeding, be careful to avoid sows snatching food. You can use the method of feeding in separate pens to ensure that each sow can get enough feed.
• Maintain water supply: Ensure that sows have sufficient water to avoid dehydration.

Nutritional requirements

Pregnant sows have different nutritional needs at different stages, generally divided into early pregnancy, mid-pregnancy and late pregnancy. Fully understanding the nutritional needs of sows can adjust the feed ratio according to actual conditions.

Precautions

• Avoid feed spoilage: Clean the feed trough regularly to prevent sows from being infected due to moldy and spoiled feed.
• Regular weight measurement: Measure the weight of sows regularly and adjust the feed ratio in time to avoid excessive obesity or malnutrition.
• Keep the environment clean: Keep the sow sty clean and hygienic to reduce the risk of disease transmission.

Scientific and reasonable feeding methods can help sows survive the pregnancy period and give birth to healthy piglets smoothly, thereby improving pig farming efficiency and promoting the sustainable development of pig farms.

Thank you for reading this article. I hope the above content can help you better understand and practice scientific feeding methods for pregnant sows.