IT IS NOT A BEAUTY CONTEST, BUT NEVERTHELESS...

At the age of 220-230 days and an average bodyweight of about 130-150 kg (backfat at 14-16mm), the young gilt is ready for start her reproductive carrier. The condition of the young sow at the start of our first cycle will determine her performance. It is critically important to bring her in optimal condition to maximize her chances of going through all the cycles with optimal performance. Therefore, it is especially important to check the body weight and the body condition at the first mating because the first litter size (+0.7 piglets compare to an earlier mating) and the rest of the carrier will depend of that...Read more