Recommended Products
GRUNTA Pig Blend — A high protein milk powder supplement made from blended dairy powders. Designed to be used in dry form — pour or sprinkle over existing feed for a measurable boost in growth and palatability. No liquid mixing required.
Milligans MMR — Suitable for orphaned or supplementary-fed piglets requiring a liquid milk feed. Available in 2kg, 5kg, 10kg and 20kg.
Feeding
GRUNTA: Pour or sprinkle over food waste, compound feed or mix into a slurry. The dairy protein boosts palatability and growth performance across existing feeding systems. GRUNTA is a supplement to existing feed — not a standalone diet.
Milligans MMR for liquid feeding: Colostrum from the sow in the first 24 hours is essential — manage teat access carefully in large litters to ensure every piglet gets a feed.
Mix at 38–40°C. Feed frequently — newborn piglets naturally feed every 1–2 hours.
[Mixing rates and feeding schedule for piglets — from nutritionist team]
Top Tips
- Warmth is as important as nutrition. Piglets cannot regulate body temperature. A heat pad or warm bedding is essential — cold is a major cause of piglet mortality regardless of nutrition.
- Manage teat access in large litters. Smaller piglets get pushed out. Check that lighter animals are getting adequate access to the sow and supplement where needed.
- Feed orphan piglets frequently. Small volumes multiple times a day mimics natural nursing. As they develop, frequency can be gradually reduced.
- GRUNTA works alongside existing feed — not instead of it. Use it to boost growth and palatability on top of your normal programme.
- Watch for competition. In group feeding situations, monitor that all animals are getting access to feed and none are being bullied away from the trough.
Contact Our Team
For advice on piglet nutrition with Milligans products, call us on 0800 STOCKFEED.