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What are the characteristics of Large White pigs?
What are the characteristics of Large White pigs?
fast growth rate, big litter size, good meat
Describe the characteristics of Duroc pigs.
Describe the characteristics of Duroc pigs.
medium size, dropped ears, long muscular body, lean meat
Explain the benefits of cross breeding Landrace and Large White pigs.
Explain the benefits of cross breeding Landrace and Large White pigs.
fast growth, high marbling in meat
What is the purpose of replacing boars every 2 years in pig breeding?
What is the purpose of replacing boars every 2 years in pig breeding?
What is the function of farrowing crates in pig farming?
What is the function of farrowing crates in pig farming?
Explain the concept of an Integrated Pig Production Unit.
Explain the concept of an Integrated Pig Production Unit.
Why is supervision important for piglets in the first 48 hours of life?
Why is supervision important for piglets in the first 48 hours of life?
What should be sprayed with iodine in piglets to prevent naval ill?
What should be sprayed with iodine in piglets to prevent naval ill?
What is the purpose of a creep area in pig farming?
What is the purpose of a creep area in pig farming?
How long is the oestrous duration for a sow?
How long is the oestrous duration for a sow?
How many litters can sows have in a year?
How many litters can sows have in a year?
What is the main purpose of double servicing sows in pig production?
What is the main purpose of double servicing sows in pig production?
What is the ideal temperature range for the weaner house?
What is the ideal temperature range for the weaner house?
How can anaemia in piglets be prevented?
How can anaemia in piglets be prevented?
What are the symptoms of pneumonia in pigs?
What are the symptoms of pneumonia in pigs?
How can lameness in pigs be prevented?
How can lameness in pigs be prevented?
What can cause sows to harm piglets?
What can cause sows to harm piglets?
Why should housing not be overcrowded for pigs?
Why should housing not be overcrowded for pigs?
How does good ventilation help prevent diseases in pigs?
How does good ventilation help prevent diseases in pigs?
What are the characteristics of housing that are recommended for pigs?
What are the characteristics of housing that are recommended for pigs?
