Better sow performance with higher water intake

Sows have a high water requirement during gestation and lactation. Clean and fresh water is therefore essential. Water hygiene can be improved by using organic acids, as this leads to higher water intake and lower salmonella and E. coli prevalence. By Sarah Pesie, technical communication manager; and Juan Antonio Mesonero Escuredo, product manager, Selko Feed Additives, the Netherlands Over the last 20 years the average litter size has grown from ten to 14 piglets. A highly productive sow