Nutrition and Feeding of Organic Pigs

Nutrition and Feeding of Organic Pigs

Readership
This will be of interest to students and researchers in animal nutrition, feeds and feeding, pig production and organic farming. This will also appeal to organic farmers and feed industry personnel.

Main Description
Organic animal production has increased rapidly in recent years to keep up with the increasing consumer demand for organic meats. There are many guidelines and restrictions on what go into the feedstuffs of organically farmed animals, from which difficulties arise when trying to ensure a well balanced nutritious diet without the use of any supplements. The first comprehensive text on feeding organic pigs, this book presents advice on formulating appropriate diets and integrating them into organic pig production systems. It outlines the international standards of organic feeding, the breeds of pig that are most suitable for organic farming, up to date information on the nutritional requirements of pigs, and examples of diets formulated to organic standards.

Main Contents
• Description and Background
• Aims and Principles of Organic Pig Production
• Elements of Pig Nutrition
• Approved Ingredients for Organic Diets
• Diets for Organic Pig Production
• Choosing the Right Breed and Strain of Pig
• Integrating Feeding Programs into Organic Production Systems
• Conclusions and Recommendations for the Future