The effect of immunization against GnRF on nutrient requirements of male pigs: a review

The effect of immunization against GnRF on nutrient requirements of male pigs: a review

In most countries, male pigs are physically castrated soon after birth to reduce the risk of boar taint and to avoid behaviours such as fighting and mounting. However, entire male pigs are more feed efficient and deposit less fat than barrows. In addition, many animal welfare organizations are lobby...

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Main Authors: F.R. Dunshea, J.R.D. Allison, M. Bertram, D.D. Boler, L. Brossard, R. Campbell, J.P. Crane, D.P. Hennessy, L. Huber, C. de Lange, N. Ferguson, P. Matzat, F. McKeith, P.J.U. Moraes, B.P. Mullan, J. Noblet, N. Quiniou, M. Tokach
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2013-01-01
Series:Animal
Subjects:
finishing pigs
growth
boars
nutritional requirements
immunological castration.
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1751731113001407

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