This means that sows in the dunging passage do not have direct access to the feed station exit and they cannot interfere with sows leaving the station. Drop size should be checked for accuracy with new batches of feed and at least every fortnight. Breaker switches should be used to identify hoppers that are running out of feed. All hoppers should store enough feed to last overnight. Pelleted feed or meal can be fed.
Meal can bridge in the feed hopper.
Meal is consumed more slowly than pellets. Water should be provided in the feed trough if meal is fed to maintain an acceptable eating speed. The system can be adapted for liquid feed. Starting time for feeding cycle Close monitoring of the feeding activity of the sows from the computer records and the operation of the equipment is essential. Experience has indicated that starting the feed cycle in the evening for overnight feeding may reduce activity behind the feeder with benefits of lower aggression levels.