TN Duroc
High and Undisturbed Growth
in Nursery
TN Duroc piglets exhibit impressive growth rates, reaching important milestones more quickly. This not only reduces the time needed for daily management but also creates a more efficient path to achieving market weight.
In the nursery, TN Duroc offspring continue to thrive after a problem-free start. Scientific studies conducted on commercial farms indicate that, compared to other Duroc lines, TN Duroc offspring grow on average 0.02 lbs faster per day, which amounts to a growth rate up to 2.1% higher. See table/graph. High growth rates and feed intake during rearing are essential, as piglets are still developing their digestive systems, immunity, skeletons, and muscles.
Advantages of Fast Growing Piglets
Fast growth in the nursery offers several advantages:
- Improved uniformity: fast growing piglets maintain consistent weight throughout the group.
- Better health: healthy piglets are more resilient and experience fewer problems.
- Smooth transitions: heavier piglets are better prepared for the finishing phase.
These benefits ensure a more efficient and trouble-free nursery phase, reducing labor costs and increasing job satisfaction of farm staff.
Duroc offspring grow on average 0.02 lbs faster per day, which amounts to a growth rate up to 2.3% higher.
Better Planning for the Finishing Phase
These benefits create an excellent foundation for the future as the advantages observed in nursery also extend to finishing. TN Duroc offspring experience fewer issues during the transition to finishing, allowing them to grow efficiently and uniformly. As a group, they reach their target market weight faster and produce higher carcass quality, making production much easier to plan.
As in all other production phases, these factors result in lower labor needs and a more enjoyable work environment.
In Summary
TN Duroc offspring demonstrate that Early Phase Vitality is crucial for undisturbed and efficient production, benefiting not only the rearing phase but also enhancing production in the fattening pig pen. A significant advantage of undisturbed production during the nursery stage is the reduced labor needed.
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