Swine Deworming Program Quiz
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What is the color of the semen when evaluating it for artificial insemination?

  • Greenish
  • Creamy white (correct)
  • Clear
  • Yellow
  • What is the recommended time of day for collecting semen for artificial insemination?

  • Morning (correct)
  • Noon
  • Evening
  • Night
  • Which phase feeding method involves providing swine with feed based on their growth stage and nutritional requirements?

  • Restricted feeding
  • Ad libitum feeding
  • Phase feeding (correct)
  • Wet feeding
  • What are the signs of estrus in swine that indicate sexual receptivity?

    <p>Swelling of the vulva and frequent urination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which animals would be categorized under 'fatteners' when marketing swine products?

    <p>Young piglets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In artificial insemination, what is the significance of collecting the 2nd fraction of semen?

    <p>It contains more sperm-rich fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of crossbreeding in swine production?

    <p>Increase profit through hybrid vigor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the deworming schedule for sow/gilt recommended in the program?

    <p>1-2 weeks before breeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which common pesticide is used for control of fly/mosquitoes in swine production?

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

    How often should boars be dewormed according to the schedule?

    <p>At least 2x/yr</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the Mycoplasma vaccine mentioned in the vaccination program?

    <p>Control respiratory diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of breeding technique involves crossing breeds that have common ancestry but not direct parent-offspring relationship?

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

    What is the recommended age for fatteners before being acceptable in the market?

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

    What is the purpose of fasting swine 12-24 hours before slaughtering?

    <p>To induce thorough bleeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What meat quality standard does pork labeled as DFD represent?

    <p>Dark purplish red, Very Firm, Dry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a problem associated with young boars in swine production?

    <p>Watery meat due to low water holding capacity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does relaxation of swine before slaughtering help in ensuring meat quality?

    <p>Decreases lactic acid production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage range is considered acceptable for marbling in pork quality standards?

    <p>20-35%</p> Signup and view all the answers

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