The effect of structural features of boxes for lactating sows on the productivity of their offspring

Abstract

It is determined that the optimal cell size for suckling sow with piglets is 3,5 x 1,8 m, the distance from the box for a fixed management of the sow to the fence of the box should be at least 0,3 m. Not less than 50 % of the total floor area must be solid. For local heating of piglets nest it is recommend to use of rugs and lamps for heating.