Sour liquid iron for piglets

OptiJern

OptiJern maintains an optimal level of haemoglobin and contains a liquid iron solution that offers easily absorbable iron lactate, organic acids and electrolytes. Used for suckling piglets from day 1 to day 24 during the weaning period.

Liquid iron

USE

Is provided in a 1.5-2.0% solution in a drinking cup or a trough.
The pigs must have access to clean drinking water.

ADVANTAGES

Provides sufficient iron to the pigs, thereby removing the need for further iron supplements.
Ensures an optimal haemoglobin level.

HIGHER WEANING WEIGHT

Can lead to a higher weaning weight (+ 0.5-1.0 lbs/200-400 g)
In certain cases, it can reduce the occurrence of joint inflammation
Minimum delivery of 5 canisters of 55 lbs (25 kg) each or 2 containers of 44 gl (200 l) each per order

Admixture

Liquid iron is an admixture which is simply added to the pigs’ drinking water.
Pigs need iron supplements, just like humans do, and by adding liquid iron to the water, you ensure that the pigs have an optimal haemoglobin level.