Following the previous session on reproductive management of parity sows, this presentation shifts the focus to nutritional strategies during the pregnancy and lactation periods. Proper nutrition at these stages is essential for maintaining sow health and body condition, supporting fetal development, and ensuring optimal milk production. Inadequate nutritional planning can lead to excessive body weight loss, poor milk yield, and reduced piglet growth, ultimately affecting the sow’s subsequent reproductive performance.

As litter sizes continue to increase, the sow's natural lactation capacity may become insufficient. To address this, we will explore the practical use of milk replacers, including the optimal timing for intervention, preparation techniques, and key considerations to ensure piglets receive sufficient nutrition. This helps improve piglet uniformity and weaning quality across the entire litter, contributing to greater overall farm efficiency and productivity.