Farrower/Finisher |
For each batch of new born piglets information about progeny is recorded, birth defects, number of tits, birth weights.
Fertility traits of sows are recorded: gestation length, litter size, number of piglets born, number of still-born piglets.
Information is used to improve health, quality and management of performance. |
Feed intake is measured using feed intake registration stations.
Health related information about the animals includes data about indicators for diseases (e.g. PRRS) as well as information about vaccination schemes.
Information is used to improve health, quality and management of performance. |
The farmer uses an automated pig management system (e.g. Pigmanager).
Health related information is accessible to farmers through the website of the GD. Furthermore, the veterinarian communicate laboratory results to the farmer by means of fax, telephone, and face-to-face contact |