Effects of Transport at Weaning on the Behavior, Physiology and Performance of Pigs
Transport of pigs to separate production facilities at the time of weaning is a common practice, primarily performed to reduce vertical transfer of disease and enhance production and overall farm efficiency. During transport, pigs are exposed to numerous stressors in conjunction with the stress expe...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2014-10-01
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| Series: | Animals |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/4/4/657 |