Stress in piglets: a multi-factorial problem

Nutrition plays an important part in stress control in young pigs. The physiological changes encountered by the piglet at weaning times can in part be countered by correct nutrition using some of the latest research on the complementary effects of antioxidant and vitamin combinations. By Dr Phil Baynes, commercial technical manager, SCA NuTec, UK         Stress is a complex state and management systems – particularly stockmanship and environment – should minimise