A growing interest has been shown in alternative pig
\nproduction systems because of the low capital cost of
\noutdoor systems, which varies from 40 to 70% of the cost for conventional indoor systems. Concerns for animal welfare and awareness of niche
\nmarketing opportunities have increased interest in the
\nproduction of free-range animals characteristics.
\nThe overall objectives of these experiments
\nwere to examine the effects of alternative pig housing
\nsystems on growth and meat quality measures using
\nboth controlled university trials and field studies. It was found that pigs finished in alternative and outdoor systems had
\ncarcass and pork quality characteristics similar to those
\nof pigs finished in conventional indoor systems on slatted
\nflooring. In mild climates, pigs housed outdoors may
\ngrow faster than pigs housed indoors during warm
\nmonths. Pig birth environment may play an important
\nrole in growth and performance throughout the finishing
\nperiod. Alternative pig housing systems, such as
\nbedded facilities or outdoor finishing, can be successful
\nunder proper management. Seasonal differences in
\ngrowth may exist with pigs finished outdoors. Further
\nresearch comparing pigs born outdoors and indoors
\nshould be conducted to examine differences in growth,
\nmeat quality, and pig welfare that may exist in conventional
\nand alternative finishing systems.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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