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Calcium Needs for Breeding Pigs: New Insights Revealed

1/30/2025

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Calcium is crucial for the bone health of growing pigs and sows, with balanced calcium and phosphorus levels being essential in their diets. Phytase plays a vital role in improving mineral absorption. Research reveals a lack of clarity regarding calcium needs for breeding animals, indicating that urinary and milk tests could enhance on-farm evaluations.

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Calcium is crucial for the bone health of growing pigs and sows, with balanced calcium and phosphorus levels being essential in their diets. Phytase plays a vital role in improving mineral absorption. Research reveals a lack of clarity regarding calcium needs for breeding animals, indicating that urinary and milk tests could enhance on-farm evaluations.