Maximize technical and economic profitability in pig farms

Understanding the economic challenges of pig farming is a key driver for the sustainability of the industry

The financial stakes are very high in a pig production system. Expenses (breeding stock, feed, building depreciation, labor, operating costs and in some cases manure treatment), as well as revenue from the sale of sows, piglets and finishing pigs involve substantial financial amounts. As a result, even the slightest incident (disease outbreak, heat stress, staff shortages, etc.) can quickly have a significant impact on cash flow.

For example, a viral outbreak on 500 sows farm resulting in a 5% increase in mortality can amount to a net loss of nearly €100,000 per year! Feed remains the primary cost driver. It generally accounts for 50 to 70% of pig production cost. It is therefore essential to manage this cost effectively and ensure an optimal cost-to-performance diet ratio.

Maximize output: a priority in pig farming

Cost reduction alone is not enough to improve profitability. The priority should lie in maximizing revenue by increasing productivity (pigs sold per sow per year) to better offset breeding-associated costs, increasing carcass weight when possible, and optimizing muscle content to fully capture quality-based premiums.

Improve feed efficiency

Improving feed efficiency through a better feed conversion ratio (FCR) significantly contributes to farm profitability, as long as feed prices remain proportionate : beyond FCR, the ultimate goal is to reduce feed costs per kilogram of weight gain.

Solutions for each physiological stage

Enhance sow prolificacy

Modern genetics offer impressive prolificacy potential. A healthy diet is essential to ensure this potential is fully expressed and sow productivity is optimized. To support feed manufacturers with a feeding program tailored to their specific situation, we have developed an integrated approach that takes into account genetics, performance goals, and environmental conditions (ambient temperature, housing type), from gilt entry to the farm until the end of productive life.

Improve piglet quality at birth and AT weaning

The ultimate goal of pig farming is not just to produce piglets, but rather to sell carcass weight. Achieving this goal requires high-quality, heavy, uniform, and vigorous piglets. This is why Mixscience develop nutritional solutions specifically designed to improve piglet quality from birth through weaning. These innovative multi-ingredient solutions aim to:

  • Support sows to limit losses during lactation and at weaning.
  • Manage their feed intake and increase piglet birth weight, while meeting expected technical and economic objectives.
  • Protect animals against biotoxins, bacteria, and other risks that may negatively impact performance.
  • Address these challenges within a more sustainable farming framework.

Optimize fattening pig performance

Fattening remains the most impactful stage in terms of profitability in pig farming and requires precise strategies to improve technical and economic results. Drawing on recognized expertise in animal nutritional requirements. Develop decision-support tools designed to optimize feeding programs for fattening pigs based on zootechnical results and economic conditions. This approach enables our nutritionists to define the most profitable program to achieve the targeted objective for each specific situation.

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