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Hovers for farrowing buildings

Creator:

Oregon State University. Extension Service, Pirelli, Gene J., and Moore, James A. (James Allan), 1939-

Abstract:

Swine require supplemental heat during the first few weeks of life. Baby pigs demand the most heat of any young domestic livestock. They have an immediate need for temperatures of about 95°F for the first 3 days, then dropping to 85°F over a 3-week period.

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Technical Report

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t. ill d, t s EC 1275 • Reprinted June 1994 Hovers for Farrowing Buildings G.J. Pirelli and J.A
A practical farrowing stall

Creator:

Oregon State College. Agricultural Experiment Station and Johnson, T. K.

Abstract:

Published February 1956. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Technical Report

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—especially first litter gilts—tend to be up and down more during the farrowing process, wetting their
A lamp-type electric pig brooder

Creator:

Price, F. E. (Frederick Earl), 1898-, Oliver, A. W. (Alfred Weaver), 1894-, Branton, C. Ivan (Clarence Ivan), 1912-, and Oregon State College. Agricultural Experiment Station

Abstract:

Published June 1940. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog

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Technical Report

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used as they are hazard- ous for this type of use. Brood sows are quite nervous at farrowing time and