How stocking density affects feed intake

Getting piglets to eat straight after weaning is of paramount importance for the rest of the animals’ lives. The need to ensure they actually have the space to perform that natural behaviour should not be underestimated. Feed intake is affected quite dramatically by the space allowance available to a pig throughout its life. Immediately after weaning the piglet attempts to mimic the actions of other pen-mates and it must have sufficient room to copy feeding and drinking behaviour. It is thoug