Feeding fish oil to sows enhances milk composition and piglet growth

Spanish researchers evaluated the impact of supplementing fish oil to Iberian sows on litter size, piglet growth during lactation, and the concentrations of anti-inflammatory molecules in colostrum and milk. They published their findings in Animal. Iberian sows are known for their maternal abilities and unique meat quality. Their productivity however, is characterised by a low number of weaned piglets and high piglet mortality during lactation. Improving colostrum and milk quality through die