What is the impact of initial post-weaning feed intake on piglet metabolism?

Dutch research has found that feed intake during the initial days of post-weaning significantly impacts pig growth, immunity and metabolism. The study found that a sustained low intake, such as for up to 6 days, triggers a systemic inflammatory response. The research, led by Lluis Faba from Trouw Nutrition Research and Development, at the Swine Research Centre, wanted to examine the cause and consequence of low feed intake in weaners and its link to intestinal disturbances and metabolic stres