Quiz #7 Flashcards
At what age do boars reach sexual maturity?
6 Months
What is the protein content (CP) in the diet for boars during breeding?
16%
How much weight do boars typically consume per day during breeding season?
6-8lbs
Gilt development occurs between what weights?
225-275lbs
At what age are gilts typically bred?
7-8months
When are sows bred?
During the first estrus after weaning
What is the recommended daily feed intake for sows during gestation?
3-4lbs
What is the kcal ME requirement during the 3rd trimester of gestation?
5.5-6.5Kcal
how much weight gain is typical for sows during gestation?
45-55lbs
What is the protein content (CP) in the diet for sows during lactation?
16%
What is the kcal ME requirement during lactation?
16,000-18,000 kcal
Which of the following is included in swine diets for protein?
SBM
Which macromineral is important in swine diets?
Calcium
Which of the following is a fat-soluble vitamin included in swine diets?
Vitamin A
What is the maximum percentage of fat recommended in growing pig diets?
3%
What is the effect of including 1% fat in growing pig diets?
Increases feed efficiency by 2%
How many days before parturition should fat levels be increased in the diet?
10-14 days
What is the minimum percentage of fat required in the diet during location to improve milk yield and quality?
7.2%
What source is spray-dried plasma protein derived from?
swine blood
What percentage of CP is typically included in spray-dried plasma protein?
78%
Boars ration contains primary….
corn
Why do we restrict gilts energy to 60-75% ad lubitum intake?
Because it maintains their weight
What is a gilt
Young Female Pig
What is the CP for Sows?
14%
