With weaning, the piglet experiences the biggest change of its life so far. Sow’s milk turns into solid feed, the sow disappears, the pen changes – feed intake typically drops by 30%.
Feed intake drops Many piglets eat little in the first few days – energy supply plummets.
Digestive problems The immature gut flora reacts sensitively to new feed components.
Growth slump A poor weaning phase costs daily gains and cannot be recovered later.
What triggers the weaning slump
Many stressors act simultaneously. Each one can also slow down feed intake.
1
Separation from the sow
The familiar smell and warmth disappear – the piglet seeks orientation.
2
New feed
Reliable nutrient supply is crucial just before weaning. Piglet milk specifically supplements the supply.
3
New pen
Dominance fights and climate changes consume additional energy during an already sensitive phase.
A strong weaning phase determines the entire fattening period.
What piglets need now
Three levers to manage the transition safely and without setbacks.
Palatable Bridge Feed Highly accepted liquid and feed variants facilitate the first bite of the new feed.
Protect Gut Flora Highly digestible protein and selected active ingredients stabilize the microbiota.
Maintain Daily Gains Constant energy and protein supply ensures growth even in the first few days.
Your solutions:
Three piglet milk varieties for the period until safe weaning
For cup systems
BEWI-MILK® Piglet Cup
Highly accepted liquid feeding concept that significantly eases the transition to solid food.
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