9 genetic factors related to pre-weaning mortality

How can pre-weaning piglet mortality levels be reduced? That is one of the major questions in swine production these days, with solutions being considered in management, health and nutrition. Genetics can also play an important role in pushing the survival rates up. Here are 9 ideas how. Piglet mortality is a societal concern and an economic issue for the swine industry. The average total piglet mortality – including stillbirths and live-born deaths – ranges from 16% to 20%, which in most