CATDOLL : The secrets of feed formula for pregnant sows

Importance of sow gestation feed

Pregnancy is a very critical stage in the life cycle of sows. A good feed formula can ensure the healthy development of sows and fetuses. Reasonable feed formula can not only improve the production performance of sows, but also reduce the risk of production diseases.

Main ingredients of sow pregnancy feed formula

The formula of sow pregnancy feed mainly includes the following main ingredients:

• Protein: Protein is an essential nutrient for sows during pregnancy and can promote fetal growth and development.
• Vitamins: Vitamins A, D, E, etc. are essential for the growth and development of sows and fetuses.
• Minerals: Minerals such as phosphorus and calcium are essential elements for sows during pregnancy, and help the development of fetal bones and teeth.
• Cellulose: Cellulose is an important component for promoting the health of the sow's digestive system and helps keep the intestines open.

Recommended proportions for pregnant sow feed formula

The feed formula ratio will vary according to the different stages of the sow's pregnancy cycle. The generally recommended formula ratio is as follows:

• Early pregnancy (1-60 days): protein about 16%-18%, crude fiber about 6%-8%.
• Mid-pregnancy (60-90 days): protein about 14%-16%, crude fiber about 8%-10%.
• Late pregnancy (90-114 days): protein about 12%-14%, crude fiber about 10%-12%.

Easily prepare feed for pregnant sows

If you want to make your own feed for pregnant sows, you can prepare the following ingredients:

• Corn: Mainly used as a source of energy, providing calories.
• Soybean meal: Rich in protein, helps sows produce milk.
• Fish meal: provides protein and minerals, which are beneficial to the development of sows and fetuses.
• Vitamin and mineral additives: supplement the vitamins and minerals needed by sows in feed.

According to the different stages of pregnancy, the above ingredients can be mixed and stirred in the recommended proportions to produce feed suitable for sows during pregnancy.

The feed formula for sows during pregnancy is crucial to the healthy development of sows and fetuses. I hope that the introduction in this article can help pig farmers provide sows with suitable feed more scientifically to ensure the production performance of sows and the health of the fetus!

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