October 15, 2007
This 45th edition of the Blueprint series takes a closer look at the complex and persistent challenges that pork producers face in dealing with fertility issues.
Focus on Fertility
Fertility Revisited
Oct 15, 2007 12:00 PM, By John Deen, DVM and Sukumaran Nair Anil, DVM University of Minnesota
One of the successes in pig production has been an almost continuous increase in sow herd productivity. Sow herds have continued to increase the number...
Heat Detection Critical to Success
Oct 15, 2007 12:00 PM, By Colin Johnson Iowa Pork Industry Center Iowa State University
Investing time and talent in developing effective heat detection methods should be a top priority on every sow farm. Gilt development aside, this activity...
Proper AI Techniques, Semen Handling
Oct 15, 2007 12:00 PM, By Darwin Reicks, DVM, Swine Veterinary Center St. Peter, MN
The first and overriding principle of artificial insemination (AI) in swine is if a sow is in standing heat, she can be bred; if she is not in standing...
Designs to Reduce Seasonal Effects On Reproduction
Oct 15, 2007 12:00 PM, By Donald G. Levis University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Concord, NE
When you see the term seasonal infertility, do you ever wonder which season of the year is causing the problem? In my opinion, the term should be replaced...
Feeding Them Right
Oct 15, 2007 12:00 PM, By Lee J. Johnston University of Minnesota Morris, MN
The sow herd is the engine that drives a pork production system. When things do not go well in the sow herd, the consequences ripple, and sometimes crash,...
Health Problems That Affect Fertility
Oct 15, 2007 12:00 PM, By Paul Yeske, DVM Swine Veterinary Center St. Peter, MN
Breeding-herd efficiency requires good fertility. Expected performance in the United States is to have conception rates of 92-94% and farrowing rates...
Heat Detection
Effective Heat Detection Methods Poster
Oct 15, 2007 12:00 PM
Effective heat detection, accurate recording of estrous cycles, and subsequent, well-timed matings or inseminations are critical to achieving high reproductive...
