This discussion will be divided into three areas: (1) Anatomy of the reproductive tract, (2) estrous cycle, estrus and ovulation, and (3) embryonic and fetal development.

Are the main structures of the female reproductive tract and have two functions: produce ova (the female germ cells) and to produce the hormones progesterone and estrogen.

First identify the general parts of the reproductive tract.

Dec 1, 2018 · Many people use the term pigs per sow per year but this must include gilts. Fertilised ovum - The egg as it multiplies and grows to approximately day seven post fertilisation. Foetus - This …

These diagrams show where reproductive organs of both the sow and boar should be to function properly. You can easily see how important it can be for the gilt, sow or boar to be of like size and on …

There are two uterine horns. Each is 2-3 feet in length in the non-pregnant sow. They act as a passageway for sperm to reach the oviduct and are the site of fetal development. The uterine body, …

This document summarizes the reproductive anatomy and physiology of sows. It describes the sow's reproductive tract including ovaries, oviducts, uterus, cervix, and vulva.

What are the effects of Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) on pigs? Abortion, mummies, infertility. What reproductive issues can Porcine Parvovirus (PPV) cause in sows? Gilts …

Jul 24, 2020 · In this blog post we are going to talk about the anatomy and physiology of the sow’s reproductive system, which has a large length and covers from the vulva to the ovaries, all structures …

Most sows have seven pairs of mammary glands and a total of 14 teats. Milk is produced in glandular alveoli, and it collects in the cistern of the teat. The bovine udder is supported by medial and lateral …