Breeding Physiology

Maternal Behavior Potentially Affecting Offspring Survivability: a Comparison Between Meishan and Yorkshire X Landrace (YL) Sows

Authors: L. M. Hohenshell (Iowa State University) , Jennifer A. Minick (Iowa State University) , D. C. Lay (Iowa State University) , Stephen P. Ford (Iowa State University)

Abstract

This study was designed to examine differences in maternal behavior between two breeds, the Meishan breed from China and the Yorkshire/Landrace (YL) cross. This was a preliminary trial aimed at gathering data to appropriately design a more extensive study. Identification of maternal behavioral contributions to piglet survivability may assist in reducing production losses caused by the sow.

Keywords: ASL R1381

How to Cite: Hohenshell, L. M. , Minick, J. A. , Lay, D. C. & Ford, S. P. (1997) “Maternal Behavior Potentially Affecting Offspring Survivability: a Comparison Between Meishan and Yorkshire X Landrace (YL) Sows”, Iowa State University Animal Industry Report. 1(1).