Looking to help your herd and your operation achieve peak performance? Zinpro® has the power to transform your gilts and sows by improving longevity, productivity and producing more pigs per sow per year – ultimately lowering your overall production costs. That’s the Zinpro Effect – we bring out the best in your animals, so they can bring out the best in your business.
Sow Farms are the Steam Engine
of Your Production System
Zinpro® Performance Minerals® creates value for your operation.
Less
Non-productive
Days
Improved
Farrowing
Rates
Increased
Longevity
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Why is Sow Longevity Important? Optimizing Pig Health is not Just a Goal – It’s a Necessity
Sow lifetime performance is comprised of four main components. Increasing the number of pigs weaned per sow per year (PWSY) can boost productivity, but it also requires enhanced labor skills, system management and careful attention to mortality risks. Genetics and environmental conditions are key drivers of both PWSY and sow longevity, making strategic investments in these areas essential for long-term operational success.
Lameness Impacts Sow Lifetime Performance
Implementing best practices across all facets of your operation is vital to protecting animal welfare and unlocking greater profitability. Strategic nutritional decisions, when aligned with broader management practices, can significantly enhance herd performance and long-term sustainability.
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How Zinpro® Availa® Sow
Supports Healthy Feet
Our swine experts can help you identify causes of lameness through comprehensive farm evaluations, gilt selection techniques
and unique nutritional solutions like Zinpro Availa Sow– so you can get your herd back on track.
Minimize Claw Lesions that Lead to Lameness
The Economics of Gilt
and Sow Production
Three key factors contribute to 98% of the variation in swine farm profitability: cost per pound or kilogram of gain, price per pound or kilogram of pork and cost per weaned pig. Understanding what contributes to these metrics is essential for evaluating the productivity, health, efficiency and overall performance of your sow farm. Learn More About Profitability Factors
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Dr. Lucas Rodrigues
Zinpro Discovery Researcher for Swine
Key Insights for Enhanced
Swine Production
By optimizing sow and gilt longevity, swine production systems can achieve healthier, more productive sows that contribute to greater system success. Key performance indicators (KPIs) such as sow replacement rates, lifetime pigs weaned and gross returns are essential metrics to prioritize when raising sows for greater longevity. Read More About Key Performance Indicators
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Ton Kramer
Zinpro South American Business Manager
The Importance of Animal
Welfare in Swine Farming
As consumers continue to demand more transparent and sustainable food animal production practices, the swine industry faces increased pressure to demonstrate a strong commitment to animal welfare. Prioritizing animal health and wellbeing not only benefits the pigs but also on-farm
employees and consumers. Discover More About Enhancing Swine Welfare
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Stefan Langer
Zinpro Swine Nutritionist – Technical Service International
The Growing Labor Crisis
in Swine Farming
Swine farming is a year-round commitment that demands a dedicated workforce. Higher morbidity and mortality rates often lead to increased medication treatments, resulting in longer work hours and emotional distress for employees. Learn How to Overcome Labor Challenges
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Sarah Weiland
Zinpro Global Research and Technical Research Associate
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