Pig Vitamin Intake Calculator
Here is a basic table detailing the common vitamins required in a pig’s diet, their functions, and possible deficiency signs:
| Vitamin | Function | Deficiency Symptoms | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | Vision, reproduction, immune system, skin health | Night blindness, poor reproduction, weak immune system, rough hair coat | Green forages, carrots, corn |
| Vitamin D | Calcium and phosphorus metabolism, bone health | Rickets (soft bones), poor growth, reduced feed intake | Sunlight, fish liver oil, fortified feeds |
| Vitamin E | Antioxidant, immune function, muscle health | Muscular dystrophy, poor reproduction, weak immune response | Vegetable oils, green forages, cereal grains |
| Vitamin K | Blood clotting | Hemorrhaging (bleeding disorders), slow wound healing | Green leafy vegetables, alfalfa, liver |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | Energy metabolism, nervous system function | Loss of appetite, poor growth, muscular weakness, neurological problems (e.g., convulsions, paralysis) | Whole grains, legumes, yeast |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | Energy production, skin and eye health | Skin lesions, eye problems, reduced growth | Dairy products, eggs, green leafy vegetables |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | Metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins | Poor growth, digestive disorders, dermatitis | Meat, liver, peanuts, legumes |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) | Energy metabolism, hormone production | Fatty liver, poor growth, skin lesions | Liver, yeast, green leafy vegetables |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | Protein metabolism, red blood cell production | Poor growth, convulsions, anemia | Meat, whole grains, legumes |
| Vitamin B7 (Biotin) | Fat and carbohydrate metabolism, skin and hoof health | Skin lesions, hoof cracks, poor growth | Egg yolk, liver, yeast, nuts |
| Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid) | DNA synthesis, red blood cell production | Anemia, poor growth, birth defects | Green leafy vegetables, liver, legumes |
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | Red blood cell formation, nervous system function | Anemia, poor growth, nervous system damage | Meat, fish, dairy products |
| Choline | Fat metabolism, nerve function | Fatty liver, poor growth, reproductive issues | Egg yolks, liver, legumes, whole grains |
| Vitamin C | Antioxidant, immune function, collagen formation | Usually not required by pigs as they can synthesize it naturally, but deficiency can occur in stress conditions | Citrus fruits, peppers, broccoli |
Note: Pigs usually receive these vitamins through a well-balanced feed formulation. It is important to monitor for any signs of deficiencies and ensure their diet is fortified with necessary supplements if required.