A Review of Success Factors for Piglet Fostering in Lactation

A Review of Success Factors for Piglet Fostering in Lactation

Piglet movement from one sow to another, or fostering, is required in modern pig farming but there is little available literature on the most effective strategy. In this review, we focus on the behavioural and physiological mechanisms responsible for piglet survival and growth, and have identified s...

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Main Authors:	Jena G. Alexopoulos, David S. Lines, Suzanne Hallett, Kate J. Plush
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2018-03-01
Series:	Animals
Subjects:	colostrum split suckling udder assessment rearing ability nurse sow piglet survival
Online Access:	http://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/8/3/38

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