Influence of the metabolic state during lactation on milk production in modern sows

Selection for prolificacy in sows has resulted in higher metabolic demands during lactation. In addition, modern sows have an increased genetic merit for leanness. Consequently, sow metabolism during lactation has changed, possibly affecting milk production and litter weight gain. The aim of this st...

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Main Authors: N.G.J. Costermans, N.M. Soede, A. Middelkoop, B.F.A. Laurenssen, R.E. Koopmanschap, L.J. Zak, E.F. Knol, J. Keijer, K.J. Teerds, B. Kemp
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2020-01-01
Series:Animal
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1751731120001536