Publications by authors named "Maria C Acena"
Article Synopsis
- A study involving 150 Large White cross Landrace pigs examined how different lairage times (0, 3, and 9 hours) impact their stress levels and meat quality.
- Blood samples were analyzed for cortisol, glucose, lactate, muscle enzymes, and other parameters, while muscle pH was measured post-mortem.
- Results suggested that a 3-hour lairage time minimized stress and improved meat quality, while no lairage or overly long periods without food could harm both animal welfare and meat quality.
