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What is the initial stage of pig production after weaning?

  • Finishing
  • Farrowing
  • Breeding
  • Nursery (correct)

    • The farrowing stage lasts for 21 days.

    False

    What is the weight at which a female pig typically enters estrus?

    200 lbs

    The process of raising pigs from breeding to market weight involves several stages, including farrowing, nursery, and __________.

    <p>finishing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following stages of pig production with their durations:

    <p>Farrowing = 17 days Nursery = 45 days Finishing = 128 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country produces the most pigs per year?

    <p>China</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The trend in swine management shows an increase in the number of small farms.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pre-weaning mortality rate of pigs in China?

    <p>40%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process from birth to market weight in swine management is known as __________.

    <p>Farrow to Finish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the management stages with their correct descriptions:

    <p>Farrow to Finish = From birth to market weight Farrow to Feeder Pig = Managing breeding of the herd until growth Feeder to Finish = Fattening pigs to slaughter weight Pigs per litter = Increasing trend in swine production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of land is used primarily for growing crops?

    <p>Arable land</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ruminants can digest cellulose due to the presence of specialized microbes in their stomachs.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has led to the decrease in the carbon footprint of milk production in certain areas?

    <p>Increased efficiency due to better feeding practices, breeding, and genetics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cattle farming in countries like India, Brazil, and China has resulted in a _____ carbon footprint compared to California due to lower efficiency.

    <p>larger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

    <p>Synthetic fertilizers = Industrial made fertilizers containing nitrogen Rumen = Stomach compartment in ruminants for digesting cellulose Arable land = Land suitable for growing crops Carbon footprint = Total greenhouse gas emissions from milk production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What trend is currently observed in US pork production regarding carcass weight?

    <p>Increasing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pre-weaning mortality rates in China are lower than those in the US.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason small farms in the US are failing?

    <p>Farms with hogs are decreasing and larger farms are taking over.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The stage from birth to market weight in swine management is known as ______.

    <p>farrow to finish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following swine management stages with their descriptions:

    <p>Farrow to finish = From birth to market weight Farrow to feeder pig = Managing the breeding herd until growth stage Feeder to finish = Fattening pigs to reach slaughter weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical time a finishing pig will consume feed?

    <p>During the finishing stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The reproductive cycle of a female pig lasts approximately 21 days.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what weight do female pigs reach estrus?

    <p>200 lbs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The nursery stage of pig production lasts for _____ days.

    <p>45</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the stages of pig production with their corresponding durations:

    <p>Farrowing = 17 days Nursery = 45 days Finishing = 128 days Weaning = 8 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age is a boar typically used for breeding?

    <p>8-9 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mature boars have a lower mating ratio compared to yearling boars.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average litter size when a gilt is serviced only once?

    <p>9.6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the preferred method of insemination for boars?

    <p>fresh diluted semen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gilts should be bred until they reach their third heat period.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The presence of ________ can stimulate puberty in gilts.

    <p>pheromones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical duration of gestation in sows?

    <p>114 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The average conception rate with a second service is __________.

    <p>86%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of semen with its description:

    <p>Fresh diluted semen = Preferred for better fertility Undiluted semen = Less commonly used Liquid cooled semen = Used for short-term storage Frozen semen = Long-term storage method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the mating strategies with their descriptions:

    <p>Lot or Pen mating = Bringing a boar to a group of females or vice versa Hand Mating = Increase in successful pregnancies and litter size Flushing = Improving nutritional intake to enhance reproduction Estrous Behavior = Postural standing reaction indicating readiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of the farrow to finish system?

    <p>Grows hogs from 40-200 lbs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Indoor production systems utilize outdoor pastures to grow pigs.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one benefit of sanitation in indoor pig production systems?

    <p>Improves air quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Animal manure is __________ of the world's fertilizer.

    <p>half</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following production concepts with their descriptions:

    <p>Farrowing Crate = Holds sows during the first weeks after giving birth Dry Sow Huts = Provides shelter for pregnant sows Biogas = Byproduct of anaerobic digestion from manure Needle Teeth Clipping = Prevents injury to piglets during nursing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for not transporting an animal that cannot walk?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Lactational estrus allows a woman to get pregnant while breastfeeding.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which days after birth are starter diets available for piglets?

    <p>Day 7-10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Piglets only have enough iron for __________ days.

    <p>5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the proper tools for handling pigs with their descriptions:

    <p>Snare = Used for safely restraining pigs Board = Used to guide pigs Flags = Used to direct pig movement Paddle with rattle = Used to create sound for movement guidance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following nutrients primarily serves regulatory functions in swine nutrition?

    <p>Vitamins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All classes of nutrients in swine nutrition provide energy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary process through which triglycerides are digested in swine?

    <p>Bile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Water primarily serves a __________ function in swine nutrition.

    <p>regulatory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following classes of nutrients with their primary functions:

    <p>Carbs = Energy/Structure Fats = Energy/Structure Proteins = Energy/Structure/Regulatory Minerals = Structure/Regulatory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Population Growth and Agriculture

    • The world population tripled between 1950 and 2020.
    • Marginal lands are unusable for agriculture, while arable lands are suitable for crop production.
    • Ruminants, like cattle, can digest cellulose, allowing for the utilization of a larger portion of agricultural land.

    Digestion and Ruminants

    • Humans can digest starch but not cellulose due to the different glucose bonds.
    • Ruminants have microbes in their rumen that break down cellulose.

    Fertilizers

    • Synthetic fertilizers are produced industrially, containing elements like nitrogen.
    • Organic fertilizers come from natural sources like animal manure.

    Cattle and Carbon Footprint

    • India, Brazil, and China collectively have more cattle than the rest of the world.
    • Milk production's carbon footprint varies significantly between countries.
    • California's efficient dairy industry has a lower carbon footprint due to advanced veterinary care and technology.

    Efficiency and Carbon Footprint

    • Optimizing feeding practices, breeding programs, and genetics can reduce the carbon footprint of livestock production.
    • Countries with less efficient milk production typically have a higher carbon footprint.

    Swine Management

    • The US pork industry has experienced an increase in carcass weight and pigs per litter.
    • China produces 1 billion pigs per year, representing half of the global production.
    • China faces a significant pre-weaning mortality rate, exceeding the US rate.

    Swine Management

    • The total number of hog farms is decreasing, but the size of farms is increasing.
    • Small farms are struggling to compete with larger operations.

    Farrowing Stages

    • Farrow to Finish: Pigs are raised from birth to market weight, typically on family farms, encompassing all stages.
    • Farrow to Feeder Pig: Focuses on breeding and managing the herd until they reach a weight suitable for growing.
    • Feeder to Finish: Pigs are fattened up to slaughter weight after reaching a certain age.

    Pig Production Information

    • This document summarizes the stages involved in pig production, including details like their reproductive cycle.

    Slaughter Stage

    • "Weaning to finish" involves immediate fattening of newly weaned piglets.
    • The complete process begins with breeding and includes gestation, farrowing, lactation, weaning, and subsequent growth to market weight.
    • The different stages include farrowing (17 days), nursery (45 days), and finishing (128 days).
    • Finishing pigs consume the most feed.
    • Factors driving successful production include: lower costs, increased weight gain, feed efficiency, and animal health (death rate, physical condition.)

    Other Details

    • Farrowing stage encompasses litters, pregnant sows, and baby pigs.
    • Feeder stage involves weaned piglets, around 8 weeks old, being fattened up.
    • Finish stage involves feeder pigs being fed to reach slaughter weight.

    Lecture 3: Female Pig Reproductive Information

    • Gilts reach puberty at 4-7 months, but breeding is typically delayed until they are 8 months old or after their third heat period.
    • Gilts that farrow at 1 year have an advantage, as they produce their first litter sooner.
    • Flushing, a practice that enhances pig nutrition, can improve reproductive performance.

    Number of Services

    • One service results in an average litter size of 9.6 and a conception rate of 71%. This means about 29% of pigs fail to be bred.
    • A second service, within 12-24 hours of the first, increases the conception rate to 86% and the average litter size to 10.4. But a 14% failure rate still exists.

    Mating Strategies

    • Lot or pen mating involves bringing the boar to a pen of females or vice versa.
    • Hand mating can increase pregnancy success and litter size compared to the number of ova ovulated (typically 8).

    Gestation

    • Gestation lasts 114 days.
    • The majority of embryo deaths occur between days 30-35, within the first 30-35 days of gestation before farrowing.
    • An estimated 40% of embryos die prenatally.

    Rebreeding after Farrowing

    • Sows typically show heat 2-7 days after farrowing.
    • They won't return to estrus until about 5 days after weaning.
    • Early weaning can shorten the time between litters.

    Ovulation Rate & Time of Estrus

    • Litter size at birth represents only around 50-70% of the ova released.
    • Sows don't ovulate regularly during lactation.
    • Estrus usually occurs within a week after weaning.

    Sows Estrous Behavior

    • Postural standing reactions, such as back pressure (48%) and playing boar grunt (70%), indicate a sow is in heat (estrus).
    • The odor of a boar can increase the likelihood of a sow showing these behaviors.

    Care of Boar

    • Boars are used for breeding at 8-9 months of age.
    • Yearling boars have a lower mating ratio, while mature boars have a higher ratio.

    Artificial Insemination (AI)

    • Insemination can be done using fresh diluted semen (most effective), undiluted semen, liquid-cooled semen, or frozen semen.

    Pheromones

    • Pheromones can stimulate puberty in gilts and enhance estrus expression in sows.

    Lecture 4: Farrow to Finish Systems

    • Most livestock production systems operate on a Farrow To Finish basis.
    • They raise hogs from 40-200 lbs within 115 days.
    • It's a streamlined system with high capital investment in pigs but lower investment in buildings and equipment.
    • Low labor requirements, but high risk involved.

    Indoor Production Systems

    • Alternatives to conventional finishing include naturally ventilated indoor systems.
    • Sows are kept in farrowing crates for about 3 weeks.
    • Outdoor systems offer another option, consisting of a central hub and individual pastures of 1 acre each.
    • Dry sow huts, farrowing huts, and the use of animal manure as fertilizer are common in these systems.
    • Biogas is a byproduct of lagoons, utilized for energy production.
    • Sanitation is crucial for improving air quality and microbial numbers.
    • Castration is performed at 1-14 days of age.
    • Clipping needle teeth and ear notching are also standard procedures.

    Lecture 5: Lactational Estrus

    • Lactational estrus is a period when a woman cannot get pregnant during breastfeeding.
    • Piglets have a limited iron reserve, lasting only 5 days.

    Transportation and Novel Environments

    • Trained pigs are easier to handle than untrained pigs.
    • Reduce novelty for pigs in unfamiliar environments.
    • Evaluate the risk of movement based on the pigs' reactions.
    • Handle pigs calmly, utilizing their flight zone to maintain control.
    • Avoid using your knees to move pigs.
    • Move pigs in small groups.

    Use Proper Tools

    • Electric prods are not recommended for pigs, but are permissible for cattle.
    • Snares, boards, flags, and paddles with rattles are suitable tools for handling pigs.

    Transportation

    • Ensure adequate temperature and ventilation during transportation.
    • Provide sufficient floor area and a suitable surface.
    • Never transport a non-ambulatory animal.
    • Practice proper sanitation.
    • Avoid sharp objects that could injure the animals.

    Tail Docking

    • Tail docking is performed at 7-10 days after birth to prevent tail biting.

    Swine Nutrition

    Classes of Nutrients

    • Carbohydrates provide energy and structural components.
    • Fats offer energy, contribute to structure, and play regulatory roles.
    • Proteins are essential for energy, structural development, and regulation.
    • Minerals have structural, regulatory, and functional roles.
    • Water is crucial for regulatory processes.
    • Vitamins play essential regulatory roles.

    Digestion Processes

    • Carbohydrates are broken down into monosaccharides.
    • Fats (triglycerides) are digested through bile.
    • Proteins are digested into peptides and then amino acids.

    Regulatory Compliance

    • Compliance with FDA regulations for drug withdrawal times and labeling requirements.
    • DEA compliance for controlled substances.
    • USDA-APHIS animal care standards.

    Transportation

    • Do not transport non-ambulatory animals.
    • Maintain proper sanitation during transportation.
    • Avoid sharp objects within the transportation vehicle.

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