Spring 2025 www.pigchamp.com 35 increasing lactation feed intake, and maintaining body condition in gestation. Gilt Development in Retention Success Changes in the gilt development unit and early parity management take time to impact overall herd performance but are vital to improving longterm retention. By refining selection protocols and prioritizing robust gilt development through P1, this operation has already achieved a 15% improvement in retention through P2. Adapting to the Needs of the Modern Sow Sows produce more piglets and grow faster than ever before. To maximize their potential and longevity, management practices must evolve accordingly. Implementing new management strategies doesn’t happen overnight. It takes planning, dedication, and consistent execution. The results of this project demonstrate that a targeted, data-driven approach can improve sow robustness while maintaining productivity. By continuously refining strategies and leveraging genetic advancements, producers can ensure their herds remain healthy, robust, and productive for the long term. Paired with management, building a strong genetic foundation is crucial for sow longevity. Progress on new and old traits has paid off. PIC has enhanced the Camborough (a female genetics line known for its efficiency, high performance, and ability to produce large litters of uniform, vigorous piglets, resulting in a low cost per weaned pig) to record levels of productivity and robustness. Her farrowing rates, total born, and non-productive days have improved. This underlines the importance of driving genetic progress forward to create longer-lasting, more productive sows. Learn more about PIC’s approach to improving sow longevity and productivity, contact your technical service representative or email Juan.Orozco@ genusplc.com. 1. Waltrich A, Rodrigues JVF, Filho RC, Siqueira AP, Lisboa PG, da Silva GA, Vaz GC, Silva R, Vier CM, Lu N, Cast WR, Dritz S, Orlando UA. 253 Determining the Relationship Between Different Risk Factors with Pelvic Organ Prolapse Incidence in Sows. J Anim Sci. 2022 Apr 12;100(Suppl 2):112–3. doi: 10.1093/jas/ skac064.191. PMCID: PMC9003904.1 Erik is a Sales Representative with PIC. Since joining the team in 2020, he has served customers primarily in the Midwest, providing tailored solutions and support. Erik combines a strong understanding of customer needs with expertise in genetics to help drive customer success. Erik Darrington Juan Orozco Juan holds a degree in veterinary medicine from the University of La Salle Bajío and earned his master’s degree in agribusiness from Kansas State University. With 15 years of experience in the swine industry, he now serves as a Technical Services Manager at PIC, partnering directly with producers to improve reproductive performance. Jorge Cajamarca Dr. Cajamarca is a Technical Services Specialist with PIC North America. He provides professional services and support to PIC customers and partners to improve the probability, profitability, and realization of the performance potential of PIC products.
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