Swinging-type nipple waterers waste significantly less water than standard nipples. Penning must contain early-weaned pigs and be strong enough to handle market weight pigs. The lowest rod should be no higher than 2 in. off the floor with a 2.25 in. New, movable penning designs are popular. Standard 1 in.
Small pigs learn to run along the length of the slats.
Many producers install sections of plastic flooring in the feed and water zone of the pen. Moveable penning can be used to contain small pigs on the plastic flooring for the first few weeks. Information on these presentations is available from the author. The user of this information agrees to the terms and conditions in the copyright and disclaimer . Her Majesty the Queen in the Right of Alberta.