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Nests for piglets in the farrowing quarters

11-Jul-2025

The aim of this trick is the improvement of the quality of the environment in the farrowing quarters for the sows as well as for the piglets, saving on energy consumption by means of the manufacturing of nests.

Figure 1. Graphical representation of the standing reflex, ovulation, and optimal AI timing in a sow with a 60h estrus. Source: Carles Casanovas.

What insemination method should I use?

We continue our series of articles in which swine reproduction and artificial insemination expert Javier Gil shares key points about proper management to improve fertility and prolificacy. This article addresses the criteria to establish correct insemination methods.

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It is imperative to heat detect with the male in front of the sows. The farm worker must play an active role in heat detection; touching, pressing on the sows without scaring them.

Tips for heat detection

In the first part of this article series we addressed how to correctly stimulate oestrus. In this article we continue talking with swine reproduction specialist, Javier Gil Pascual, focusing on heat detection.

What is the best age for weaning piglets? (1/3)

With this article we begin the publication of a series of three unpublished articles by José Barceló for pig333.com on the age at weaning. José gave us the articles a few days before his death. As a way of paying homage to him we have decided to publish them posthumously without any alterations.

Pig glossary

Definition for the most commonly used pig terms

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    Water medication calculator

    Simulator that calculates the amount of drug to add to the water when using a flow dispenser.