Swine Facilities and EquipmentVeterinary Science

Mr. Fitzgerald

Sow Facilities Farrowing House

Sows are moved in a few days before farrowing. Remain there for 15-30 days when litter is weaned.

Sows are stalled in farrowing cratesGestation Building/Barn

Sows are located here when not in farrowing house. Breeding and gestation period take place here.

Sows are placed in individual stalls or group pens

Market Swine Facilities Nursery

Facility for weaned pigs (approx. 20 – 50 pounds)Equipment/building is designed for small pigs

Grower/FinisherNext “home” for the pigs after the nursery.Facilities are designed for larger animals up to

market weight – usually grouped by size in pens.Wean to Finish

Combines everything together into 1 facility

EquipmentFeeding and Feed Supply SystemsWaterersGates/PensVentilation and Heating/TemperatureManure/Manure ManagementOther Supplies – Showing, Health, Misc.Materials

Concrete, Stainless Steel, Plastic, Durable/Heavy Equip.

Alternative Options

ActivityUse the internet to research and find 5

products used in swine production and care.Include the following:

Picture Description of product/Uses Price

Create on Word or similar program (all on 1 sheet)

Print or submit electronically (email or share)