Farmer's Weekly

Want your piglets to grow fast? Feed them properly!

It is extremely important for any pig producer (or indeed any livestock producer) to ensure that weaners grow as quickly as possible in the most cost effective manner in order to maximise profits. Every day extra that you feed your animals means money that you lose.

This means feeding them a good, balanced diet from the start.

Remember, too, that your customers want good-quality meat without too much fat and with good muscle structure.

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