Signs of approaching farrowing

Sows are highly individual in their behaviour and timings pre-farrowing, and records regarding their behaviour should be maintained to assist in predicting subsequent parturition. Nesting behaviour occurs up to three days before farrowing, and straw bedding should be provided to facilitate this behaviour.

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• Parturition behaviour - There is no standard form of presentation in pigs — they may be born with either head or tail first.
• Sow behaviour  - The first farrowing is critical in the formation of the gilt’s subsequent farrowing and suckling behaviour, and it is wise to supervise these farrowing's.
• Duration  - Farrowing can take an average of 3–5 hours.

At the end of the article, action at farrowing time and farrowing checklist are also provided.