Placental transmission of porcine circovirus type 2
In conclusion, placental transmission of PCV-2 from a non-immune sow to fetuses is possible when the infection of the dam occurs before gestation or after 62 days of gestation.
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Maternal dietary fat affects further fatty acid composition of the progeny
The progeny of sows fed a high-fat diet have a higher total PUFA and n−6 fatty acid contents in the longissimus thoracis muscle.
Establishment of the 2012 vitamin D requirements in swine
Dietary treatments of ≥800 IU/kg feed showed beneficial effects for breeding swine in terms of bone mineral content and ultimate strength, decreased number of still born piglets, and greater vitamin D status in comparison with dietary treatments of 200 IU/kg of feed.
Management factors associated with sow reproductive performance after weaning
In conclusion, some management practices, such as feeding strategy of breeding gilts, housing conditions of sows...have an influence on the outcome of reproductive parameters.
Role of interleukin-1β in the regulation of porcine corpora lutea during the late luteal phase of the cycle and during pregnancy
In this study, the influence of IL-1β on secretory activity within the corpora lutea (CL) of cyclic and gravid pigs was determined in vitro during different stages of the CL lifespan.
Pea starch meal as a substitute for cereal grain in diets for lactating sows
Pea starch can be used as an alternative source of starch for lactating sows.
Maternal perinatal transfer of vitamins and trace elements from sows to piglets: more than an iron deficit?
New neonatal strategies of micronutrient supplementation to piglets may be required nowadays.
European Union: pig herd has been decreasing since 2006
The pig herd has been decreasing since 2006 and stood at 147 million heads in 2012 (a reduction of 16 million heads or 10%, in seven years).
Pen housed sows with electronic feeding stations
Stage of gestation is the critical point when the sows in a pen with electronic feeding system.
Use of special diets during the pre- and postpartum periods
The use of two different feeds for the sows in the farrowing quarters is not always easy at a logistical level.
Use of special diets during the weaning-to-service interval
The weaning-to-service interval is a short but vital period regarding the productivity of the sow.
Denmark: the number of fattening pigs drops
As of October 1st, the total swine census in Denmark was 12.3 million heads.
Differences in muscle characteristics of piglets related to the sow parity
The results of this study indicate that parity influences the pre-natal development of piglets.
The use of DDGS in gestating sows kept in a group-housed system or individual stalls
The use of DDGS in gestating diets may creat controversial response on animal behaviour depending on the housing system.
Reproduction in gilts inseminated with PCV2-spiked semen. Protection by gilt vaccination with a sow PCV2 vaccine
PCV2 vaccination of the gilts prior to insemination with PCV2 spiked-semen showed a clear decrease of viral load in the gilts as well as a much lower viral excretion that were compatible with foetus protection.
Colostrum management
This video by BPEX explains how to provide colostrum to the piglets correctly.