How to Raise Pigs in a Hygienic Way Hygienically raising pigs will help to produce good yields and healthy pigs. It also helps to prevent the spread of diseases that can impact pig farms effectively and reliably. Hygienic care in pig farms is essential for pigs to grow properly and be healthy. In this article, we will discuss the important hygiene measures in raising pigs in farms.
Environment maintenance: A clean and suitable environment is an important factor in creating hygiene in pig farms. It should be cleaned and washed frequently to reduce the number of germs that can accumulate in damp places. And the correct ventilation system should be controlled to reduce odors and particles that may be harmful to pigs and people in the area.
Food management: Providing appropriate and clean food is essential in raising pigs in farms. The food should be of good quality and nutritional properties suitable for each age group of pigs. And the cleanliness and quality of food must be maintained to prevent contamination or improper conditions that may affect pigs.
Disease control and prevention: Regularly check the herd’s health to detect diseases and check pigs with signs of disease. So that it can be proceeded in the next step appropriately and quickly. Vaccination and the use of appropriate chemicals for controlling insects and animals that may be carriers of diseases into the farm. As well as implementing hygiene standards to prevent and spread of contagious diseases in pigs.
Climate control: The climate in the farm should be controlled to be suitable for raising pigs. The temperature and humidity in the air should be controlled at a level suitable for pigs. And there should be good ventilation inside the barn.
Space management: Pigs should have enough space in the pen to be able to move properly and avoid fighting over space. Arrange the pen to suit the breeding style, size, and number of pigs. And choose materials to build a pen that is safe and easy to clean.
Controlling insects and disease-carrying animals: It is important to check and control access to insects that may be carriers of pathogens and animals that are at risk of carrying pathogens into the farm. Use insect and disease-carrying animal prevention measures, such as using bird spikes or monitoring and controlling contact with wildlife.
Education and teaching: Provide farm workers and relevant farmers with education and learning about hygiene and disease prevention measures. To increase understanding and compliance with the measures correctly.
Hygienic care in pig farms is an important factor affecting the productivity and health of pigs. Following appropriate hygiene standards will help pig farms to produce good and healthy yields. In addition, good hygiene care also reduces the risk of disease outbreaks and succeeds in raising pigs in the long term.
Thai-Hokkaido Co., Ltd., takes care of the health of our pigs to the fullest. We take care from the source to the hands of consumers. Delicious, safe, and certified by GMP and the Department of Livestock Development.
