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๐Ÿ“„Paper from the Unit of Porcine Health Management @Ghent University!

20 Jun 2023

Effect of Extended Photoperiod on Performance, Health, and Behavioural Parameters in Nursery Pigs ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ–

Lighting influences the circadian rhythm and physiology of animals. Yet, the influence of

light on nursery pigs is not fully understood and results remain controversial. The present study

investigated the effects of a prolonged photoperiod on the performance, health, and behaviour of

nursery pigs.


Curious about the conclusions?

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