Reproductive Biology of Pigs
Abstract
This report describes aspects of sexual development and maturation, hormonal regulation in boars, hormones and puberty in gilts )including the environment and hormone treatment, estrous cycle, ovulation rate, conception rates, embryo survival, and litter size), pregnancy, lactation, and sows at weaning. In addition, genes that affect these developmental and reproductive processes are included.
Keywords: ASL R2443
How to Cite:
Anderson, L. L., (2009) “Reproductive Biology of Pigs”, Iowa State University Animal Industry Report 6(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/ans_air-180814-838
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