Taking control of feed conversion ratio

Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR) is a reflection of performance in pig units. Feed intake and weight gain are the integral components but what influences these factors is more complex. And for this reason, FCR performance within a group of pigs can vary widely. More careful monitoring of the factors affecting FCR and means of improving it could be justified on most modern pig units. By Dr Mike Varley, Consultant to SCA NuTec, Dalton, North Yorkshire, UK The conversion of high quality feed into weigh