Managing large litters – Short review (version 1.0)

Document type: summary published by EURCAW-Pigs

Authors: Pedersen, L.J., Hoofs, A., Kongsted, H.

Original: This review gives an overview of the development in litter size and its consequences for sow and pig welfare. Selection for large litters has resulted in sows giving birth to several pigs exceeding the number of functional teats available at the sow's udder.
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