Improving piglet survival with creatine and caffeine
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Production and Welfare
01 December 2017
Completed Project
To determine the effect of maternal supplementation with creatine and caffeine prior to farrowing on piglet growth and survival.
Low pre-weaning survival has a negative impact on the efficiency and profitability of the Australian pork industry.
It has been demonstrated previously that caffeine and creatine improve number of stillborns, and survival, viability and growth, respectively.
This project aimed to determine whether caffeine and creatine supplementation in the lead up to farrowing would reduce stillbirths, increase piglet viability at birth, and improve pre-weaning survival.
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For further information on production and welfare, please contact Rebecca Athorn on 0436 655 015 or email: rebecca.athorn@australianpork.com.au