Fasting Finisher Pigs before Slaughter Influences Pork Safety, Pork Quality and Animal Welfare
The final phase in pork production is the transport of finisher pigs to the slaughterhouse. Fasting is one of the parameters that influence the stress coping ability of the pigs during transport and lairage. When implemented correctly with attention to the local factors, pre-slaughter fasting can im...
Main Authors: | Bert Driessen, Louis Freson, Johan Buyse |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-11-01
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Series: | Animals |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/10/12/2206 |
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