Behaviour and growth of piglets weaned at 5 and 7 weeks of age in an organic environment
Weaning in pig production today is an abrupt change at an early age for the piglets. Problems that can be associated with weaning is behavioral and health problems for the young pig. Such problems can be impaired intestinal functions, reduced weight gain, and increased stress syndromes. The current...
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| Formato: | Otro |
| Lenguaje: | sueco Inglés |
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2006
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| Acceso en línea: | https://stud.epsilon.slu.se/11083/ |
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