Effect of straw on the behaviour and performance of growing pigs in Straw-Flow pens (1993)

Arey, D. S.

Abstract

Straw bedding provides a number of functions which affect the behaviour and welfare of pigs including comfort, recreation and diet. Straw provides a suitable opportunity for pigs to forage, promotes activity and reduces abnormal behaviours such as apathy, stereotypies and anti-social activity.