FARROWING Meaning and
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Farrowing is a term commonly used in animal husbandry, specifically in the context of pigs. It refers to the process of a female pig, known as a sow, giving birth to a litter of piglets. Farrowing usually occurs when the sow reaches full term pregnancy, which typically takes around 114 days (or 3 months, 3 weeks, and 3 days).
During farrowing, the sow is placed in a specially designed and secluded area called a farrowing crate or pen to provide a safe and controlled environment for birthing and nursing the piglets. Farrowing crates are equipped with features like bars or dividers to protect the piglets from being unintentionally crushed by the sow, who may move around during labor.
The farrowing process can last for a few hours, during which the sow will experience contractions and deliver her piglets. The number of piglets born in a litter can vary but typically ranges from 10 to 14. The farrowing process is relatively natural, but farmers and caretakers often provide assistance if needed, such as helping to break the piglets' sacs or ensuring that each piglet has access to its mother's teats for nourishment.
Overall, farrowing is a crucial and significant event in pig farming as it marks the beginning of the piglets' lives and is an essential aspect of maintaining healthy and productive swine herds.
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Etymology of FARROWING
The word "farrowing" comes from the Middle English word "farrowen", which is derived from the Old English word "fearh" and the suffix "-en". "Fearh" referred to a young/pregnant pig, specifically a sow, while "-en" was a verb-ending indicating the act of giving birth. Therefore, "farrowing" originally meant the process of a sow giving birth to piglets.
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