Sows are divided by short stalls at feeding. Group size is typically 4-8. A timed auger dispensing mechanism which deposits feed at pre-selected intervals to individual feeding points. Trickle Feeding Sows are generally fed once a day. Based on the principle of matching the speed of feed delivery to the eating speed of the sow to 'fix' the sow to one feeding space, i.e. reduce the potential advantage of changing feeding position.
Feed is dispensed by a trickle mechanism to each feeding point.
Controlled environment houses or uninsulated general purpose building with straw or kennels can be used. Waste Management Slatted or solid scrape through systems. Floor surface should be well drained and easy to clean providing adequate grip without causing physical foot damage. Deep straw bedded systems could be used but the feeding trough would need to be protected from straw build-up. If slatted systems are used slats must be of good quality, well laid and level.