Feeding pigs during thermal stress

High temperatures can negatively affect the appetite of pigs and lead to a decrease in their productivity. This is particularly important for B2B market pig farms, where efficiency is a key factor in success. Therefore, farmers need to pay special attention to feeding pigs correctly to avoid a decrease in weight gain and productivity.

One of the key aspects of maintaining good pig health during high temperatures is their ability to cope with “thermal” stress. This depends on the activity of specific genes that regulate the body’s functions. Certain substances, such as vitamin E, selenium, and carnitine, are needed to support these genetic functions.

Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the body’s cells from damage caused by high temperatures. It also supports normal muscle function and helps preserve energy. Selenium is an essential trace element for the normal functioning of animal organisms and helps strengthen the immune system. Carnitine affects metabolism, supports normal cardiovascular function, and helps provide energy for pigs’ active lives.

However, it is important to note that not all forms of these substances are equally effective for pig organisms.

Biologically available forms of vitamin E, selenium, carnitine, and other substances that help maximize their effectiveness are present in VITAMIX compound feeds VITAMIX. This means that pigs will be better able to cope with stress caused by high temperatures and maintain their productivity at a high level.

In addition, the basis of the VITAMIX compound feed for pigs consists of grains and cereal crops, which make up 60-80% of the feed. Compound feeds contain:

• Grain group 60-80% – wheat, oats, corn, or barley
• Protein group 10-25% – legumes, sunflower meal, soybean meal, bran, feed proteins, and products of animal origin
• Macronutrients 1-3% – Ca, Mg, N, A, P
• Micronutrients and vitamins 0.2-0.5% Fe, Zn, Cu, Co, Mn, Se, I Vitamins K, E, D, A, as well as group B
• Biologically active substances 0.01-0.1%
• Adsorbents, enzymes, antioxidants, microflora stabilizers, etc.

Thus, proper feeding of pigs with the necessary substances such as vitamin E, selenium, and carnitine can be a decisive factor for the success of pig farms in the B2B market. The use of VITAMIX products, which contain biologically available forms of these substances, can help farmers overcome the negative impact of “thermal” stress and ensure maximum pig productivity.