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Challenges of heat stress on intestinal health in pig husbandry

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Global warming has intensified the threat of heat stress in pig husbandry, with the intestine emerging as a primary target of heat-induced injury. This perspective reviews recent advances in our understanding of the complex effects of heat stress on porcine intestinal health. We highlight current intervention strategies implemented in pig farming to enhance resilience against heat stress and mitigate associated intestinal damage. These strategies offer promising avenues to preserve pig health and improve productivity under rising environmental temperatures.

Source: Fundamental Research

DOI: 10.1016/j.fmre.2025.06.006

Authors: Xiaolan Fan, Xue Tian, Mingzhou Li

Institution: Sichuan Agricultural University

Language: English

Topic: Effects of Environmental Stressors on Livestock

Subfield: Animal Science and Zoology

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDGs: Zero hunger, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

Funders: National Natural Science Foundation of China, National Key Research and Development Program of China