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Light Requirements on Pig Farms
| Area of the Farm |
Requirement |
Reason |
| Breeding Area |
500 lux |
To help see the signs of heat and
stimulate estrus |
| 16 hours on and 8 hours off |
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To reduce seasonal variation |
| Start day at 6:30 am |
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To help reduce farrowing at night |
| For basic stockmanship |
50 lux |
Requirement to see pigs |
For excellent breeding provide light 18 hours a
day, particularly important to gilt cycling.
- A simple failure to replace a light can result
in significant effects of poor reproduction.
- Many breeding areas are too dark.
- Ensure that all lights are regularly cleaned.
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