Improving Sow Retention Rates

April - March 2020

Improving sow retention rates: focus on maternal robustness and longevity

Genetics and reproduction Husbandry Herd management

1 April 2020

5 minute read

PIC explains genetic improvement based on phenotypic selection of feet and leg quality and structure.

Improving sow retention rates: 8 strategies to implement in your barn

Genetics and reproduction Husbandry Herd management

27 March 2020

6 minute read

Improving sow retention through genetic selection is one part of the solution, but environmental factors have a large impact on sow retention rates too. Use these eight strategies in your barn to make improvements in sow retention.

Improving sow retention rates: a case study

Genetics and reproduction Husbandry Environmental management

5 March 2020

4 minute read

Lower sow retention can be the result of a higher mortality rate. Several risk factors contributing in different ways leave producers facing a very complex issue.

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