

Pig Enrichment

SWINEBLOCK
On pig farms, the true backbone of productivity are the sows.
At Barastoc, we understand that taking exceptional care of your sows isn’t just a best practice—it’s smart business.
That’s why we develop specialised feeds and enrichment solutions that ensure your sows are not only healthy but thriving.
Innovative Solutions for Modern Challenges
Our Swine Block supports the natural foraging tendencies of pregnant sows, proven to reduce stress-related harmful behaviours. Trials indicate that sows engaged with the Swine Block exhibit fewer scratches, spend more time resting, and chase less, contributing to a more peaceful and productive environment.
Enhanced Sow Welfare and Health
Barastoc’s products, including our Swine Block, are designed to promote natural behaviours and reduce stress. This approach leads to improved behavioural conditions and a more harmonious pen environment.
Boosted Productivity and Efficiency
Healthier sows exhibit higher fertility, enhancing farm productivity. Our solutions also simplify management tasks, allowing for smoother farm operations and increased efficiency.
Economic Advantages
Investing in our high-quality sow care products results in significant cost savings through reduced veterinary bills and decreased need for medical interventions. The longevity of sows and reduced downtime contribute to a stronger return on investment.
Sustainability and Ethical Practices
Our commitment to sustainable farming practices helps reduce environmental impact and supports ethical farming standards. Using Barastoc products aligns your farm with global welfare standards, improving your farm’s reputation and sustainability.

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Table 1: Mean time (min) sows’ spent engaged in behaviour and posture one (1) hour after feeding over the four days of observation, for sows in the control group and receiving 2.3 kg/day, sows receiving a high-feeding level (4.0 kg/day) or sows receiving a Ridley Enrich SowBlock™ in addition to 2.3 kg feed/day. (Pork CRC funded Commercialisation project) |
Activity | Control | Block | High Feed | SED | P Value |
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Push | 0.09 | 0.08 | 0.10 | 0.24 | 0.87 |
Chase | 0.29a | 0.08b | 0.11b | 0.47 | 0.02 |
Foraging | 28.48x | 25.67xy | 25.15y | 9.76 | 0.08 |
Agnostic Behaviour | 1.01 | 0.81 | 0.73 | 0.94 | 0.19 |
Posture | Control | Block | High Feed | SED | P Value |
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Lying | 9.13b | 13.30a | 13.66a | 11.30 | 0.04 |
Sitting | 0.24 | 0.79 | 0.88 | 1.67 | 0.11 |
Standing | 50.63a | 45.91b | 45.26b | 10.85 | 0.01 |
