What should be noted when raising pigs in summer? Farmers should keep these key points in mind
SummarySufficient water source: The water trough must have clean drinking water available at all times, and spraying some water around the pig house helps lower the temperature. Pay attention to shade: Plant some tall trees near the pig house, or use black gauze to block the incoming sunlight, thereby lowering the temperature inside the pig house. Maintain ventilation: Enclosed pig pens need more windows opened for ventilation, and some fans can also be installed to promote air circulation. Feed reasonably: Choose cooler time periods for feeding, such as from morning to 4-5 o'clock, and 8-9 o'clock in the evening.
The summer climate is hot, and this heat usually has a negative impact on pig rearing. If even a little care is not taken, it may cause pigs to get sick. In the hot summer, when raising pigs, attention should be paid to having sufficient water resources, and if the pig pen is too hot, ways must be found to cool it down. When the sun is strong, shade should be provided, and ventilation should be maintained at all times.
1. Have sufficient water resources
Summer is usually quite hot, making pigs easily feel thirsty, so their demand for water is also greater. In this way, the water trough must be guaranteed to have clean drinking water at all times every day, and some water can also be sprayed around the pig house, which can help lower the temperature. However, it should not be sprayed directly on the pigs to cool them down, as this may cause them to catch a cold.
2. Pay attention to shade
Usually, planting some plants near the pig house can be done, and some taller trees can be planted. This not only has a greening effect, but can also provide shade and lower the temperature. Alternatively, black gauze can be used to block part of the sunlight that comes in. This can also cool the pig house so that it is not so hot. A shade shed can also be built near the pig house, thereby lowering the temperature around the pig house.
3. Maintain ventilation
If it is an enclosed pig pen, then more windows need to be opened for ventilation. If the windows are relatively small, consider making them larger in summer, so that there is better air permeability and ventilation, and summer will not be so hot. Some fans can also be installed, which helps promote air circulation.
4. Feed reasonably
Cooler time periods can be chosen for feeding, such as from 4 to 5 o'clock in the morning, and from 8 to 9 o'clock in the evening. This temperature is more suitable for feeding. Try to avoid feeding during the high-temperature period at noon. This time can be changed at any time and can be adjusted as the temperature changes.