
Research has revealed that profitability for
swine producers is highly impacted by piglet
birth and weaning weights. Therefore, a key
measure of sow productivity is their ability to produce heavier piglets at both birth
and weaning.
Starting with a healthier, heavier-weight piglet appears to be one of the key factors impacting profitability at market. Research found that an average of 0.5 lb more at weaning was generally worth about $2 per pig at market. However, the financial implications of additional weight on lightweight pigs appear even greater. For instance, an extra pound of weaning weight on a light-weight 7- or 8-lb pig is worth an extra $10 to $12 at market.
BMD fed to sows before farrowing and through lactation is a powerful tool that can help piglets maintain high health status free of clostridial infection, helping them achieve greater body size at weaning so you can optimize your productivity.
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