This comprehensive work will be an invaluable source of reference for students, research scientists, veterinarians and all those engaged in practical pig production.
The central role of nutrition in the reproduction of farm animals has long been recognised. In the last two decades there have been considerable advances in our knowledge of sow and boar nutrition which has allowed the development of effective feeding strategies. Such progress will continue in order to meet the demands of ever-increasing product targets.
Contents
- Preface
- Introduction
- The pre-breeding gilt
- Energy: responses and requirements
- Protein and amino acids
- Minerals
- Vitamins
- Water provision
- Appetite
- Diets
- Modelling requirements and responses
- The boar
- Practical feeding strategies
- Keynote information
- Index
PLEASE NOTE: This is a digital reprint with a new cover design - none of the information has been updated or changed from the original edition.