What is a typical piglet survival rate under good management?

• A. Approximately 85–95%
• B. Approximately 60–70%
• C. Approximately 40–50%
• D. Approximately 99–100%

Answer: (A)

The key idea is what portion of piglets survive from birth to weaning when management is good. With effective farrowing care—keeping piglets warm, ensuring they receive enough colostrum, good sow nutrition, clean housing, disease prevention, and protection from crushing—losses are minimized. In well-managed herds, preweaning mortality is typically in the low to mid teens, so the survival rate falls around 85–95%. That’s why the 85–95% range is the best fit. The 99–100% option isn’t realistic because some piglets will still be lost to stillbirths or neonatal issues, and the lower ranges (60–70%, 40–50%) reflect substantial problems not expected under good management.