Piglet care

4 guides on piglet care for Philippine pig farmers.

Iron Injection for Piglets: Why, When, How

Piglets are born with only enough iron for 3-4 days. Without supplementation, they develop anemia by day 7-10, pale, weak, and growing 20-30% slower. One injection at day 3 prevents this.

Apr 22, 2026
Difficult Farrowing: What to Do When the Sow Can't Deliver

When a sow has been straining for 45 minutes with no piglet, something is wrong. This guide covers what to do, step by step, before and during a farrowing emergency.

Apr 12, 2026
When to Castrate Piglets in the Philippines

Castrate at 7-14 days for least stress and fastest healing. Wait too long and you get more bleeding, slower recovery, and risk of boar taint in the meat.

Mar 28, 2026
Why Piglets Die in the First Week (And How to Stop It)

Nearly half of all piglet deaths happen within 24 hours of birth. Most are preventable with simple management changes that cost under ₱500.

Mar 19, 2026