Biosecurity and Production Management
Strengthening biosecurity and improving production management are essential for reducing costs and enhancing efficiency in modern pig farming. Winter and spring are high-risk seasons for viral diseases such as African Swine Fever (ASF), Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED), and Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), making systematic prevention measures critical.
Strengthening Biosecurity Systems
Pig farms should follow the principles of cutting off, blocking, and eliminating disease transmission routes. Farms are advised to equip isolation, washing, disinfection, and drying facilities, and implement strict zone-based management.
All vehicles, materials, and personnel entering the farm must undergo inspection, cleaning, and disinfection, with mandatory shower-in and clothing change procedures. During cold seasons, low-temperature-effective disinfectants, such as potassium peroxymonosulfate compounds, should be used and prepared with warm water for better performance.
Rodent, insect, and bird control must be strengthened, as they are key vectors for ASF and other viral diseases. Farms using surface water should ensure water source safety through filtration and disinfection. Introduced breeding pigs must complete quarantine, health testing, vaccination, and observation before entering the herd.
For farms adopting all-in/all-out and batch production systems, thorough cleaning and disinfection after each production cycle is essential
Key Disease Prevention Measures
For ASF, strict biosecurity and early monitoring are the most effective preventive measures.
For FMD, whole-herd vaccination combined with enhanced disinfection is recommended.
For PED, maternal vaccination and strict temperature and hygiene control in farrowing houses are essential.
For PRRS and other major swine diseases, farms should implement scientific vaccination programs, improve air quality, reduce stress, and eliminate immune-tolerant animals when necessary.
Vaccination, antimicrobial sensitivity testing, and rational medication use are critical for controlling bacterial diseases while reducing antibiotic resistance.
Optimizing Production Management
Batch production systems with strict all-in/all-out management improve facility utilization and reduce disease transmission. A four-week batch system allows uniform piglet age, easier environmental control, and can increase weaned piglet output by up to 15%.
Environmental control in farrowing houses is vital. Room temperature should be maintained at 24–26°C, while piglet warming areas should remain at 32–35°C during the first week. Early colostrum intake, umbilical disinfection, and proper piglet care improve survival and health.
Manure management should focus on water-saving systems, scraper technology, composting, and anaerobic fermentation, enabling environmentally compliant waste recycling.
Integrated Solutions for Modern Pig Farms
Modern pig farms require integrated biosecurity systems, precise disease prevention, efficient production management, and reliable livestock equipment. By combining advanced farm solutions with standardized management, farms can achieve sustainable cost reduction and improved productivity.
Post time: Dec-30-2025