Factors Affecting Ovarian Activity of Pigs

Factors Affecting Ovarian Activity of Pigs

__________________________Stage of Breeding Affected____________________________

Proven or Suspected Factors

Puberty

After Weaning

After Service

Insufficient male stimulation

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Housing and social environment

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High ambient temperature

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Season of year (summer/autumn)

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Photoperiod

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Genotype

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Nutrition

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Short lactation

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Large litter reared

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Adapted, with permission, from Meredith MJ, Pig News and Information 5, 1984, published by CAB International, Wallingford, Oxon, UK.

Adapted, with permission, from Meredith MJ, Pig News and Information 5, 1984, published by CAB International, Wallingford, Oxon, UK.