Enhanced Feed Conversion Rate
for TN Duroc Offspring

The primary goal of a finisher is to efficiently convert feed into high-quality, delicious pork. Feed efficiency is crucial, as it represents the largest cost during the finishing phase. Reducing the amount of feed required to achieve market weight also leads to lower overall costs.

Efficient conversion of feed into meat starts with strong and healthy pigs that maintain their feed intake, even when faced with challenges. TN Duroc offspring excel in this area; they enter the finisher phase strong and well-developed. Their problem-free farrow period and successful nursery, aided by Early Phase Vitality, contribute to the development of a strong gastrointestinal system, allowing for more effective feed conversion.

Furthermore, the strength and robustness of these pigs are noteworthy. Early Phase Vitality contributes to a well-developed immune system, enabling them to better manage diseases and recover faster if they become sick. This resilience further improves feed efficiency and growth rate.

Maximizing Genetic Potential

Early Phase Vitality ensures that the pigs’ genetic predisposition is fully expressed. Improved uniformity facilitates standardized feeding strategies, optimizing nutrition management and feed efficiency. The strong gastrointestinal system, combined with a robust ability to handle disease challenges, maximizes the pigs’ genetic potential.

Feed efficiency is a key component of the breeding goals for the TN Duroc terminal sire line, contributing to overall production efficiency. The aim is to breed pigs that grow faster and require less feed, yielding more high-value animals.

Feed Savings of 4.4 to 15.4 Pounds per Pig

Scientific farm trials support the feed efficiency advantages of TN Duroc. Comparative studies show that TN Duroc outperforms other Duroc lines in feed conversion by 0.02 to 0.07. See graph. With every 0.01 improvement in feed conversion translating to approximately 2.2 pounds of feed savings, meaning the TN Duroc can reduce feed consumption by 4.4 to 15.4 pounds per marketed pig.