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Stocking density

stocking of pigs
From 1 January 1998 the following stocking rates apply to all pigs. The figures quoted represent the total unobstructed floor area available to each pig.
Average liveweight in group (kg) Square metres Square feet
10 0.15 1.6
10-20 0.20 2.2
20-30 0.30 3.2
30-50 0.40 4.3
50-80 0.55 5.9
85-110 0.65 7.0
110+ 1.00 10.8