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Managing heat stress in pigs as warm weather continues

As temperatures continue to rise pig producers are being urged to correctly manage heat stress to reduce impact on performance

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Heat stress can cause a change in feeding behaviour in pigs which can impact performance and cause health problems.
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Heat stress can cause a change in feeding behaviour in pigs which can impact performance and cause health problems.

Following a scorching summer last year and with temperatures currently on the rise, managing heat stress in pigs is crucial to avoid impacting feeding behaviour, growth rates and animal welfare...

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