Worksheets2018 Swine Mangment Test
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
The gestation length for hogs is:
3 months, 3 weeks, 3 days
4 months, 4 weeks, 4 days
5 months, 5 weeks, 5 days
The average daily gain for a feeder pig in the industry is:
0.5 – 1.0 lb/d
1.5 – 2.0 lb/d
2.5 – 3.0 lb/d
For maintenance and growth pigs require the following nutrients: carbohydrates, amino acids, water, minerals, and vitamins, and fat. The first limiting nutrient for any animal is the one that must be met first or production will be limited. Which nutrient is first limiting in the feeder pig?
Carbohydrates
Amino acids
Fat
Minerals
Vitamins
When buying a commercial feed ration for market pigs the recommended % protein is:
7-9%
14-16%
18-20%
The most important amino acids needed by pigs for growth are:
Lysine and methionine
Lysine and arginine
Methionine and tryptophan
Methionine and phenylalanine
The most tender cuts of pork come from the
Shoulder and Ham
Side and Jowl
Loin and Rib
What type of digestive system does a pig have?
Ruminant
Non-ruminant
What is the proper body temperature of a healthy pig?
86.5 °
98.6°
100.0°
102.5°
The average slaughter weight for the industry is
200 lb
280 lb
320 lb
You are searching for an erect-eared hog breed to build a female base from. Maternal ability, litter size, and milk production are your focal points. What breed should you choose?
Duroc
Pietrain
Landrace
Yorkshire
