Effect of the probiotic Hungatella hathewayi on host estrogen levels via regulation of gut microbiota and host metabolism in sows
Dietary supplementation of Hungatella hathewayi may modulate gut microbiota and estrogen levels in sows.
articles about sow
Precision feeding for lactating sows: The path to sustainability and efficiency
Implementing precision feeding through the use of electronic feeders improves sow and piglet performance while providing economic, environmental, and animal welfare benefits.
African swine fever virus vaccine strain Asfv-G-∆I177l reverts to virulence and negatively affects reproductive performance
ASFV-G-ΔI177L is not genetically stable and, therefore not safe for use in ASF vaccines. ASF vaccine candidates should be tested for safety in pregnant animals.
USA shows slight rebound in swine inventory in June 2025
The number of piglets weaned per litter continues to increase, with a year-on-year variation of 1.6%.
Denmark publishes national average production data for 2024
The average productivity in sow herds increased by 0.8 pigs per yearling sow to 35.6 pigs per yearling sow.
Effects of increased essential fatty acid intake during lactation on sow’s reproductive performance
Dietary supplementation of essential fatty acids during lactation may improve reproductive performance in multiparous sows but not in primiparous sows.
Ad libitum feeding systems for lactating sows: effects on productivity and welfare of sows and piglets
Data suggest that sows fed ad libitum eat what they need and can convert feed more efficiently into the piglets’ growth without additional weight loss.
Nutrition and feeding management strategies to mitigate heat stress in lactating sows
The study confirms the negative impact of both chronic and acute heat stress on feed intake in lactating sows and validates nutritional and management strategies to mitigate it.
Effect of feeding sows with milk biofortified with n-6 and n-3 on the immune status of sows and their piglets
Milk biofortified with n-6 and n-3 may improves the immune status of sows and promotes positive transgenerational effects.
Improving sow and litter performance, health, and gut microbiota with a probiotic supplement based on bacillus strains
Probiotic supplementation through gestation and lactation may improve sow performance and piglet health.
Advances in the use of dietary fiber in sow nutrition
The use of dietary fiber in sow nutrition is rapidly evolving and is now considered a functional component in nutrition due to its effects on gut functionality, microbiota balance, and the modulation of digestion and metabolism.
Sow card: Accurate record keeping is essential to improve production performance
We are sharing an example of a sow card used to record basic breeding sow data, which is essential on all farms regardless of their size.
Automated oestrous detection in sows using a robotic imaging system
Combining vulva volume features with days from weaning could be a suitable method to detect the onset of oestrous in sows.
Is there “fake” data on farms? Do we know how to convey the importance of good record keeping?
Do we know how to communicate the main objective of correct data collection? What clues can make us suspect that the data are not being properly recorded?
Swine genetics market opportunities in China
China is the world’s largest importer of purebred breeding swine.
Specialized feed-additive blends of short- and medium-chain fatty acids improve sow and pig performance during nursery and post-weaning phase
Maternal dietary supplementation with short- and medium-chain fatty acids may enhance productivity and health in sows and their litter.