scholarly journals PATTERN OF HOUSING SYSTEMS AND PERFORMANCE OF BROILER BREEDER PARENT STOCKS KEPT IN RAWALPINDI/ISLAMABAD

2004 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Broiler Breeder ◽  
Housing Systems ◽  
And Performance

scholarly journals The effect of alternative feeding strategies for broiler breeder pullets: 1. Welfare and performance during rearing

2019 ◽  
Vol 98 (9) ◽  
pp. 3377-3390 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aitor Arrazola ◽  
Elyse Mosco ◽  
Tina M Widowski ◽  
Michele T Guerin ◽  
Elijah G Kiarie ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Feeding Strategies ◽  
Broiler Breeder ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Alternative Feeding

Effect of continuous access to feeding stalls during mixing on behavior, welfare, and performance of group-housed gestating sows in different social ranks

2016 ◽  
Vol 96 (3) ◽  
pp. 386-396 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lihua H. Wang ◽  
Yuzhi Z. Li
Keyword(s):  
Social Rank ◽  
Skin Lesions ◽  
Housing System ◽  
Group Housing ◽  
Aggressive Interactions ◽  
High Ranking ◽  
Continuous Access ◽  
Housing Systems ◽  
Reduced Frequency ◽  
And Performance

This study was conducted to evaluate a strategy of using feeding stalls to protect low-ranking sows in group-housing systems. Sows (n = 150, parity 1–9) were mixed at weaning in pens of 15 sows. Control pens allowed sows to access feeding stalls for 1 h of feeding daily during the initial 2 d after mixing. Treatment pens allowed sows to access feeding stalls continuously. Social rank was determined based on outcomes of aggressive interactions among sows after mixing. Low-ranking sows used the feeding stalls more frequently (P < 0.01) than high-ranking sows during the initial 6 h after mixing. Continuous stall access reduced frequency of aggressive interactions (P = 0.05) and, consequently, reduced skin lesions (P = 0.05) of sows in the pen. Neither continuous access to stalls nor social rank affected performance of sows. These results suggest that low-ranking sows used feeding stalls as hiding spaces to escape from aggressive interactions during mixing, which reduced skin lesions caused by aggression and improved the welfare of sows in the group-housing system studied.

scholarly journals Behaviour and performance of suckling gilts and their piglets in single housing with different fixation times

2017 ◽  
Vol 60 (2) ◽  
pp. 101-104
Author(s):  
Ralf Wassmuth ◽  
Christoph Biestmann ◽  
Heiko Janssen
Keyword(s):  
Performance Data ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Suckling Period ◽  
Housing Systems ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Short Time ◽  
Cross Fostering ◽  
Daily Gain

Abstract. The objective was to evaluate suckling performance and behaviour traits of gilts and piglets in two different single-housing farrowing systems under practical conditions. Performance data of 70 crossbred gilts and their 842 piglets were collected. The behavioural observation included 17 gilts and 211 piglets. Gilts of the control group (full-time crating, FTC) were fixed during farrowing and suckling (Pro Dromi® 1), and in the experimental group (short-time crating, STC) gilts were fixed for 6 days postpartum (p.p.) only (Pro Dromi® 1.5). Six farrowing crates were included in each group, and six replications were carried out. Performance data were collected and gilts' and piglets' behaviour was observed with 10 min scan samples and categorized by standing, walking (only in STC), sitting and lying (side and belly). The management and the housing systems were in accordance with the Tierschutz-Nutztierhaltungsverordnung (TierSchNutztV, 2017). No significant (p  >  0.05) differences between FTC and STC were found in piglets born alive (13.2 and 13.9, respectively), loss of piglets (1.4 and 1.55, respectively) and weaned piglets including cross-fostering (12.0 and 12.4, respectively). Piglet loss due to crushing was 0.6 (FTC) and 0.64 (STC), with no significant difference (p  >  0.05). Overall, 82.5 % of all piglets killed due to crushing were lost from farrowing to day 2 p.p. The daily gain of STC piglets was significantly higher than that of FTC piglets (205 g vs. 199 g, respectively; p  <  0.05) during the suckling period (3 weeks). Concerning gilts' behaviour, significant differences (p  ≤  0.05) were found in sitting duration only (FTC 5.8 % and STC 4.0 %, respectively). FTC piglets spent more time lying, sitting and standing (7.4 % vs. 4.4 %, 0.5 % vs. 0.4 %, 9.6 % vs. 8.4 %, respectively; p  ≤  0.05). The reason could be the higher acceptance of the piglet nest in STC. It was possible to conclude that gilts' welfare was improved by STC compared to FTC, and farrowing crates with loose single housing did not lead to higher piglet loss in the suckling period. An earlier end of the fixation period of the gilt at day 2 or 3 p.p. should be tested.

scholarly journals Behavior and performance of sows fed different levels of fiber and reared in individual cages or collective pens

2014 ◽  
Vol 86 (4) ◽  
pp. 2109-2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
FÁBIO E.L. BUDIÑO ◽  
RENATA F.N. VIEIRA ◽  
SILVIO P. MELLO ◽  
KEILA M.R. DUARTE
Keyword(s):  
Animal Welfare ◽  
Feed Conversion ◽  
Comfort Zone ◽  
Natural Behavior ◽  
High Fiber ◽  
Housing Systems ◽  
Fiber Diet ◽  
High Fiber Diet ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Different Levels

Sixteen pregnant sows were used. The experimental design was completely randomized with a 2x2 factorial scheme consisting of two housing systems (individual cages and collective pens) and two diets (low [2.67%] and high [13.14%] level of crude fiber). Physiological, behavioral, environmental, and hormonal parameters were studied. In addition, the following productive and reproductive parameters were evaluated: weight gain, feed intake, feed conversion of the sow and piglets, number of piglets born dead and alive, number and weight at weaning, and backfat thickness of sows. Pregnant sows reared in collective pens and fed a high-fiber diet exhibited better physiological responses, indicating greater comfort and better animal welfare. The environmental variables were close to the comfort zone of the animals. In addition to providing a more comfortable environment, housing pigs in collective pens reduced stereotypy, permitting the sows to express a more natural behavior. The high-fiber diet did not interfere with female productive performance. Tifton hay can therefore be indicated as an alternative for the formulation of sow diets to improve animal welfare.

scholarly journals Effects of Different Housing Systems during Suckling and Rearing Period on Skin and Tail Lesions, Tail Losses and Performance of Growing and Finishing Pigs

Animals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. 2184
Author(s):  
Anita Lange ◽  
Michael Hahne ◽  
Christian Lambertz ◽  
Matthias Gauly ◽  
Michael Wendt ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skin Lesions ◽  
Housing System ◽  
Finishing Pigs ◽  
Group Housing ◽  
Housing Systems ◽  
Tail Biting ◽  
Tail Docking ◽  
Lactating Sows ◽  
Fattening Period ◽  
And Performance

Feasible alternatives to stressful weaning and tail-docking are needed to inhibit tail biting. Therefore, we investigated the effects of housing systems for 1106 pigs that were weaned from: (1) conventional farrowing crates (FC), (2) free-farrowing pens (FF), or (3) group housing of lactating sows (GH) into (1) conventional rearing pens (Conv) or (2) piglets remained in their farrowing pens for rearing (Reaf). Tails were docked or left undocked batchwise. All pigs were regrouped for the fattening period. Pigs were scored for skin lesions, tail lesions and losses. After weaning, Conv-GH pigs had significantly less skin lesions than Conv-FC and Conv-FF pigs. After regrouping for fattening, Reaf-GH pigs had significantly less skin lesions than Conv pigs, Reaf-FC and Reaf-FF. The frequency of tail lesions of undocked Conv pigs peaked in week 4 (66.8%). Two weeks later, Reaf undocked pigs reached their maximum (36.2%). At the end of fattening, 99.3% of undocked Conv pigs and 43.1% of undocked Reaf pigs lost parts of their tail. In conclusion, the co-mingling of piglets during suckling reduced the incidence of skin lesions. Rearing in the farrowing pen significantly reduced the incidence of tail lesions and losses for undocked pigs. No housing system negatively affected the performance.

scholarly journals How Housing Conditions Determine the Welfare of Pigs

Animals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. 3484
Author(s):  
Agnieszka Ludwiczak ◽  
Ewa Skrzypczak ◽  
Joanna Składanowska-Baryza ◽  
Marek Stanisz ◽  
Piotr Ślósarz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Behavioral Issues ◽  
Alternative Housing ◽  
Housing Systems ◽  
Slaughter Performance ◽  
Outdoor Housing ◽  
The Difference ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Literature Group ◽  
Environmental Exploration ◽  
Increased Activity

Humans who care for pigs prefer an environment that not only allows the pigs to express their natural behaviors but also limits the development of aggression and stereotypes. Most of the behavioral and health problems encountered by pigs in barren, conventional conditions are solved by alternative housing systems. However, it is not known whether these systems are advantageous in terms of the performance of pigs. In this work, we review the effects of housing systems on pigs’ behaviors and performance, which are among the major indicators of the welfare of these animals. Research results point out that outdoor systems are more ideal for sows and fatteners than buildings. Nonetheless, outdoor housing is associated with two major effects in both groups: increased activity due to environmental exploration and higher space allowance, and increased incidence of injuries compared to indoor systems. Sows are more active when housed in groups, but they experience an increased frequency of injuries. According to the literature, group-housed sows give birth to healthy piglets with good daily weight gains. The difference in the fattening and slaughter performance of pigs raised indoors vs. outdoors remains unclear, and the results reported so far are inconsistent. Outdoor systems seem to be associated with a higher incidence of osteochondrosis and lesions of elbow and hock joints, whereas indoor systems cause a greater degree of body soiling in pigs. Based on the reviewed literature, it may be concluded that outdoor housing helps to solve behavioral issues in pigs but leads to other problems in pig production.

scholarly journals A review of sow and piglet behaviour and performance in group housing systems for lactating sows

animal ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 448-460 ◽  
Author(s):  
S.E. van Nieuwamerongen ◽  
J.E. Bolhuis ◽  
C.M.C. van der Peet-Schwering ◽  
N.M. Soede
Keyword(s):  
Group Housing ◽  
Housing Systems ◽  
Lactating Sows ◽  
And Performance

scholarly journals The effect of alternative feeding strategies for broiler breeder pullets: 2. Welfare and performance during lay

2019 ◽  
Vol 98 (12) ◽  
pp. 6205-6216 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Arrazola ◽  
T.M. Widowski ◽  
M.T. Guerin ◽  
E.G. Kiarie ◽  
S. Torrey
Keyword(s):  
Feeding Strategies ◽  
Broiler Breeder ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Alternative Feeding
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