pre - weaning performance of piglets while the sow requires consideration of growth, morbidity and mortality to ensure the maximum number piglets reach goof weaning weight. Discuss key factors which influence these outcomes during the suckling period and briefly describe three nutritional and/ or management strategies which may be implemented to improve overall performance during this period of pig production

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pre - weaning performance of piglets while the sow requires consideration of growth, morbidity and mortality to ensure the maximum number piglets reach goof weaning weight. Discuss key factors which influence these outcomes during the suckling period and briefly describe three nutritional and/ or management strategies which may be implemented to improve overall performance during this period of pig production

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