Major problems in piglet health and management

They say a good start is half the battle. There is no better way to emphasise the importance of keeping piglets healthy from day one. This article helps to identify the five most common health problems in piglets. A newborn litter of piglets is often the focus of interest in normal farrowings. Most farms routinely collect data on the numbers of piglets born alive and dead, as this will have a major impact on farm profitability and breeding programmes. All farms should develop and monitor targets