Effect of mixing at weaning and nutrient density of the weaner diet on growth performance and welfare of pigs to slaughter
Abstract Background Mixing pigs at weaning can compromise pig welfare and growth. Therefore, grouping littermates together may allow a diet nutrient and energy density reduction during the nursery period to reduce feed cost without affecting slaughter weight. This study investigated the combined eff...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2023-08-01
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| Series: | Porcine Health Management |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s40813-023-00334-w |