Question

What is correct in order to reduce economic losses around farrowing?
A. Sow is brought to farrowing pen (crate) a week before farrowing.
B. Needle teeth of all piglets, including runt, are cut.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. 'A' is correct, 'B' is incorrect
• B. 'B' is correct, 'A' is incorrect
• C. Both 'A' and 'B' are correct
• D. Both 'A' and 'B' are incorrect

Hint:

Farrowing management:
Move sow to farrowing pen 1 week before.
Cut needle teeth of piglets.
Prevent crushing and infections.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Farrowing is the process of giving birth in pigs.
Proper management reduces piglet mortality.

Step 2: Key Formula or Approach:
No specific formula.
Need to understand farrowing management.

Step 3: Detailed Explanation:
Statement A: Sows should be moved to farrowing pen a week before farrowing.
This allows them to adjust and build nests.
This is correct.
Statement B: Needle teeth of piglets should be cut.
This prevents them from injuring the sow's teats.
This is also correct.
Thus, both statements are correct.

Step 4: Final Answer:
Both 'A' and 'B' are correct.
Hence, the correct option is (C).