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What does FCR stand for in the context of pig farming?
Feed Conversion Ratio
What is the purpose of having different rations based on the production stage?
To optimize growth and health according to the nutritional needs of different life stages.
Name the two main breeds used in commercial pig production in Ireland.
Landrace and Large White.
What is the duration of oestrus in pigs?
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How long is the gestation period for pigs?
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What does criss-cross breeding refer to in pig production?
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What is the length of the oestrus cycle in pigs?
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Why are purebred pigs used in pig production?
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Identify one primary goal in pig fattening operations.
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Explain the significance of selecting proper breeds in commercial pig production.
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Identify the Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR) for the LW x breed with tag number 11.
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What is the Average Live Weight at day 0 for the LR x breed with tag number 14?
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Which tag number achieved a higher average daily gain: tag number 10 or tag number 13?
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How does improving feed conversion ratio (FCR) impact production costs?
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What role does maintaining health and disease-free status play in FCR improvement?
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Why is temperature control essential in housing for pigs?
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How does overcrowding affect the welfare of pigs?
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What is the significance of the Bord Bia accredited scheme in pig management?
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What is the main behavioral issue that providing environmental enrichment materials can help prevent in pigs?
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Why is it important to provide pigs with materials that encourage their natural rooting instinct?
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What is the main economic benefit of improving pig welfare in sustainable production systems?
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How can improving pig welfare impact the export market for pig products?
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How can disease in pigs impact the economics of pig production?
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What is the main way to prevent disease in pigs?
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How can improving pig welfare impact the sustainability of pig production systems?
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What is the main reason why pigs are prone to tail biting?
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Study Notes
Pig Production and Management
Breeds
- Two main breeds used in commercial pig production in Ireland are Landrace and Large White.
- Purebred pigs are used to produce crossbred sows for meat production.
Criss-Cross Breeding
- No information provided on criss-cross breeding.
Pig Production
- No information provided on pig production.
The Sow Production Year
- No information provided on the sow production year.
Breeding
- Length of oestrus cycle is 21 days.
- Duration of oestrus is 2-3 days.
- Gestation period is 115 days.
Fatteners
- Fatteners are fed 2kg of dry matter (DM) per day.
- Fatteners are provided with different rations depending on their stage of production.
- Improved feed conversion ratio (FCR) can increase output while maintaining or reducing production costs.
Nutrition
- Different rations are fed depending on the stage of production:
- Weaner ration
- Fattener ration
- Dry sow ration
- Lactating sow ration
- Varied protein percentages are used in different rations.
Management
- Health and disease-free animals can improve FCR.
- Rescue decks are used for pigs weaned onto artificial milk replacer.
- Temperature-controlled housing is used to prevent pigs from using energy from feed to keep warm.
- No overcrowding to prevent stress and bullying.
Handling and Housing of Pigs
- No detailed information provided on handling and housing of pigs.
Optimal Animal Health and Welfare
- Environmental enrichment materials are provided to encourage natural rooting instinct and prevent unnatural behaviors.
- Bord Bia accredited scheme is implemented.
Delivering Sustainable and Environmentally Friendly Production Systems
- No detailed information provided on sustainable and environmentally friendly production systems.
The Impact of Pig Production on Farm Economics and the Importance of Export Markets
- No detailed information provided on the impact of pig production on farm economics and the importance of export markets.
Diseases of Pigs
- No detailed information provided on diseases of pigs.
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Explore the two main breeds used in commercial pig production in Ireland: Landrace and Large White. This quiz covers the characteristics and purposes of these breeds and their role in meat production. Test your knowledge about pig breeds and their management in the agricultural sector.
