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Key Points for Pre-Farrowing Preparation of Sows in Winter and Spring

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In winter and spring, the weather is cold, so wind protection and warmth retention must be well managed. It is best to set up a dedicated farrowing room for the sow. The farrowing room should be warm and dry, with humidity kept at 65%-75%, comfortable and quiet, with plenty of sunlight and fresh air, and a temperature maintained at 22-23°C. For sows in good body condition with well-developed udders, feed should be reduced 3-5 days before farrowing, gradually decreasing to 1/2 or 1/3 of the feeding level during gestation, and feeding of green, juicy feed should be stopped. For those sows in poor body condition and with underdeveloped udders, not only should feed not be reduced before farrowing, but some feed rich in protein and vitamins should also be added.

In winter and spring, the weather is cold, so wind protection and warmth retention must be well managed. It is best to set up a dedicated farrowing room for the sow. The farrowing room should be warm and dry, with humidity kept at 65%-75%, comfortable and quiet, with plenty of sunlight and fresh air, and a temperature maintained at 22-23°C. For sows in good body condition with well-developed udders, feed should be reduced 3-5 days before farrowing, gradually decreasing to 1/2 or 1/3 of the feeding level during gestation, and feeding of green, juicy feed should be stopped. For those sows in poor body condition and with underdeveloped udders, not only should feed not be reduced before farrowing, but some feed rich in protein and vitamins should also be added. Move the sow into the farrowing room 3-5 days before farrowing, and at the same time prepare the farrowing equipment and sufficient bedding straw.

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