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Title:
Energy Usage and Lactating Sow and Piglet Performance in Farrowing Compartments with a Lowered Set Point of the Room Temperature
Author(s): Geurts, W., Binnendijk, G., Huijben, J. and Swinkels, G.
Publication Date: January 1, 1998
Reference: Geurts, W., Binnendijk, G., Huijben, J. and Swinkels, G. 1998. Energy Usage and Lactating Sow and Piglet Performance in Farrowing Compartments with a Lowered Set Point of the Room Temperature. Research Reports 1998: Research Institute for Pig Hubandry.
Country: Netherlands

Summary:

Most of the energy usage within a sow farm occurs in the farrowing compartment. Can a reduction in temperature setting of 2C in combination with an adequate micro-climate contribute to energy savings and improved lactating sow performance? The study was conducted in four naturally ventilated farrowing compartments using a total of 96 sows. The reduction in room temperature had no effect on lactating sow and piglet performance. Energy savings in the compartments with reduced temperature is addressed.

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