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Evaluating Volume/Capacity

Evaluating Volume/Capacity. Developed by: Celina Johnson University of Florida. Why is Volume Important?. Feed Efficiency/Conversion Fleshing Ability Production Capabilities (sows - longevity in crate). Johnson, 1997. Volume Indicators. Depth of Body Rib Shape Width of Chest Length.

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Evaluating Volume/Capacity

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  1. Evaluating Volume/Capacity Developed by: Celina Johnson University of Florida

  2. Why is Volume Important? • Feed Efficiency/Conversion • Fleshing Ability • Production Capabilities (sows - longevity in crate) Johnson, 1997

  3. Volume Indicators • Depth of Body • Rib Shape • Width of Chest • Length Johnson, 1997

  4. Volume Indicators Johnson, 1997

  5. Contrasting Levels of Volume • Shallow Sided Hog Example • Deep Bodied Johnson, 1997

  6. Contrasting Levels of Volume • Shallow Sided Cattle Example • Deep Bodied Johnson, 1997

  7. Contrasting Levels of Volume • Narrow Based, Narrow Chest Sheep Example • Wide Based Johnson, 1997

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