A good start is vital for healthy piglets

12-09-2018 | | |
A piglet s gastro-intestinal tract only begins to establish a microbiota of its own after birth. Photo: Shutterstock
A piglet s gastro-intestinal tract only begins to establish a microbiota of its own after birth. Photo: Shutterstock
Raising healthy piglets from start through weaning is a challenge not to be underestimated, impacting performance and health at later stages. Sudden change in dietary regimens and management at weaning puts a heavy burden on the animal’s immature digestive system. This leads to a disturbed immune system and microbiota, and increased susceptibility to diseases. Stress already starts at birth, a crucial period filled with risks: piglets must be born strong and healthy and remain that way. Once


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Redacteur 1

Vincent
ter Beek

Redacteur 2

Kees van
Dooren

Redacteur 3

Treena
Hein

Van Hamme Kemin Belgium