Sows can generally start preparing for pregnancy when they are 6 to 8 months old. This is because at this age, the sow\’s body has matured and is ready for pregnancy and birth. However, the best time to prepare for pregnancy is usually when sows reach 8 months of age, when they are in better physical condition and more likely to become pregnant and successfully farrow.
How long does it take for sows to start breeding?
Sows usually begin to reach sexual maturity when they are 5 to 8 months old, but the optimal breeding age is 8 to 18 months Age in months. After this, the sow can go into estrus every 4 months or so and can continue to be in estrus for 2 to 3 days. Therefore, sows usually do not start breeding until they are 8 months old.
