Gestation Table for Sows
This Gestation Table for Sows lays out reading sow gestation dates at a glance as ordered steps for swine producers and workers. Read it through first, adapt it to your farm, and keep a copy for the crew.
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The steps on this page
- Find the breeding date in the left column
- Read across to the expected farrowing date
- Mark the date on your barn calendar
- Plan the move to the farrowing room
- Note the pregnancy check date
- Adjust for late or early dates you see
- Record actual farrowing date
- Compare to the planned date
- Update your gestation length notes
How to use this guide
Follow the steps in order and write down any changes you make. Where your equipment or product has instructions, those come first.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA.
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