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How to Boost Gilt Reproductive Health & Prevent Failures - Dr. Billy Flowers

Sep 15, 2025

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Video: How to Boost Gilt Reproductive Health & Prevent Failures - Dr. Billy Flowers

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Billy Flowers from North Carolina State University shares his expertise on gilt development and longevity in swine production. He explores the challenges related to first-litter gilt productivity, the importance of gestation and lactation periods, and how genetics and nutrition affect lifetime productivity. Learn about strategies to improve gilt development and reduce early-stage reproductive failures. Tune in on all major platforms!