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DOI: SOW TO SUCCESS: CRAFTING AN ADVANCED LIQUID MILK REPLACER FOR THRIVING EARLY-WEANED PIGLET GROWTH
H. Roopa karan , Professor and Head, Department of Animal Nutrition, TANUVAS, Madras Veterinary College, Chennai, India R. Gopi Subramanyam , Professor and Head, Post Graduate Research Institute in Animal Sciences, TANUVAS, Kattupakkam - 603 203, Kancheepuram District, IndiaAbstract
This research explores the development of a cutting-edge liquid milk replacer designed to enhance the rearing process of early-weaned piglets. The study focuses on formulating a nutritionally balanced substitute that meets the specific needs of piglets during the critical stages of weaning, aiming to optimize growth, health, and overall well-being. Through a combination of nutritional analysis, ingredient selection, and performance evaluations, the liquid milk replacer aims to serve as a vital component in supporting successful early-weaned piglet development. The outcomes of this research contribute valuable insights to the field of swine nutrition and husbandry, offering a promising solution for pig farmers seeking improved rearing practices.
Keywords
liquid milk replacer, early-weaned piglets, swine nutrition
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