PIPESTONE: Transitioning to Open Pen Gestation with GESTAL 3G

GESTAL group housing

The transitioning process to group housing is a crucial decision in today’s swine production, signifying not only a commitment to animal welfare but also a strategic investment in long-term efficiency. This choice often raises numerous questions among producers especially regarding optimizing feeding practices and the overall welfare of the herd.

At Jyga Technologies, we recognize these challenges and are proud to offer GESTAL 3G, an innovative feeding solution designed to answer these demands head-on. Built on a foundation of reliability and durability, GESTAL 3G not only facilitates the transition process but also increases productivity.

See firsthand how technology is reshaping the future of pig farming in our in-farm videos below.

The Go-to Option for Feeding Sows: GESTAL 3G Explained by Dr. Hyatt Frobose

Dr. Hyatt Frobose, USA Commercial Director and nutritionist for Jyga Technologies, addresses the challenges that the American pork industry faces in ensuring both optimal animal welfare and farm profitability. He explains how GESTAL feeders in pen gestation have become a go-to option for feeding sows, offering flexibility and the ability to individually manage and optimize sow nutrition.

Furthermore, Dr. Frobose emphasizes the continuous improvement and robust features of the GESTAL 3G feeder, which enable producers to meet the constantly evolving demands of pork production.

Why All Pork Producers Should Invest in a Smart Feeding Systems like GESTAL

The video discusses the implementation of the GESTAL 3G system at this 6,000-sow farm in Kansas managed by Pipestone. Listen to Dr. Hyatt Frobose, Mr. Terry Nelson from Pipestone and Mr. Brian Nobis from Ag Property Solutions, talk about how our system can optimize space in barns and enhances individual animal nutrition.

PIPESTONE, established over 80 years ago, has grown from a large animal veterinary practice into the largest swine veterinary clinic in the U.S. The company expanded its services to include pig health, management, nutrition, research, and business support, focusing on enhancing family farms. Today, PIPESTONE collaborates with over 1,500 farmers, continuing its mission to help farmers create the farms of tomorrow with forward-thinking leadership and state-of-the-art resources.

The Role of a Territorial Representative at Jyga Technologies

In this video, Dillon Foust, a territory representative for Jyga Technologies, shares his journey and the value he brings to the Southwest US territory. Dillon emphasizes the importance of his production background, which equips him to handle day-to-day challenges on farms and ensures customers are set up for success from day one.

About GESTAL 3G: Innovative Sow Feeding System to Help in the Transitioning Process for Group Housing

Our gestating feeding system combines the benefits of a free access stall and an electronic feeding system without their downsides. Developed by Jyga Technologies, whose owners are producers as well, the GESTAL 3G is reliable and provides excellent results in gestation without requiring extensive training of sows.

With GESTAL 3G, you can meet the needs of animal welfare regulations without losing the farm performance. Easy to use, this feeding system decreases competition and aggression over feed access. Get the original free access ESF (electronic sow feeder) for your farm!

Ready to transform your swine production? Contact us today to learn more about our sow feeding solutions.