Explain the factors to consider when selecting a sow for breeding.

      

Explain the factors to consider when selecting a sow for breeding.

  

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Jim
-The sow must be white (Combination; Land-race and Yorkshire)
-The current litter must be uniform, well fed and at least 10 (white)
-The Sow must have provided ten weaners at least 3 times
-The Sow must have a healthy udder and at least 14 healthy productive teats
-The Sow must have a long, strong back with well performed hams
-The sow must have 4 strong legs, healthy uniform trotters and no lameness
-The Sow must have a long straight nose (preventing Rhinitis and Pneumonia)
-Preferably the Sow should be in parity 3 times or more



jim items answered the question on October 19, 2018 at 18:48


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