Essays about: "Backfat"

Showing result 6 - 7 of 7 essays containing the word Backfat.

1. 6. Motivation for eating roughage in sows : as an indiction of hunger

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Nutrition and Management

   Author : Tove Bergström; [2011]
   Keywords : Sow; silage; behaviour; motivation;

   Abstract : Today’s feeding methods can determine the domestic pig’s abilities to fulfill basic behavioral needs, such as foraging, and the way in which pigs are feed is an important aspect. Feed does not only provide the energy and nutrients critical for survival, but feeding is also associated with a number of other factors contributing to well-being and reproduction. READ MORE

3. 7. Characteristics of Swedish gilts at service and producers’ opinions about gilt production

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics

   Author : Therese Pettersson; [2010]
   Keywords : Gilt; Service; Backfat; Body condition; Exterior; Interview;

   Abstract : In Sweden, selection for leanness in pigs has been going on for almost a century. This sometimes results in gilts and sows being too lean and consequently in a risk for reduced reproduction and health status. READ MORE