Effect of post-weaning electrolyte supplementation on the performance o pigs

摘要

Weaning presents many challenges to the young pig, such as an abrupt change from a liquid to a solid diet and a new social structute. Combined, these effects disrupt feed and water intake1. Varley and StockilP reported that only 50% of pigs drink water during the first 24 hours post weaning (Figure 1).