Introducing our new Pump'n'Grow 2.0. Smarter Feeding, Stronger Piglets!

Pump'n'Grow 2.0 builds on the success of AB Neo’s milk cup solution that has been installed in over 500 farms in 22 countries since 2017. Our easy-to-use, plug and play Pump’n’Grow systems supply fresh milk in small portions throughout the farrowing house. Optimised to reduce waste, and supported by our highly knowledgeable experts, the systems are boosting production efficiency on three continents around the world.   

With already impressive results – for example improved survival rate in the farrowing pen at 2-6% point, an average gain of 0.8-1kg higher weaning weights, and sows able to nurse an additional 1-2 piglets per litter – how could we improve on Pump’n’Grow’s performance?  

“We always aim to be innovative,” says Emil Bay Mortensen, AB Neo’s Technical Sales Consultant. “We knew customers liked Pump’n’Grow’s simple setup and user-friendly functionality, so we asked them how we could help improve their efficiency even further. The result is added advantages that make it even easier to maintain hygiene – plus an option to operate it all remotely.”   

Improved hygiene 

Two important new features allow for optimal hygiene while delivering fresh milk for up to 22 hours a day. An automated cleaning process using chemical pumps reduces the need for manual labour and ensures consistent cleaning procedures. A self-cleaning filter option maintains system efficiency and reduces the frequency of manual cleaning and maintenance. 

Remote management 

An online connection for the control panel means the system can be monitored, controlled and managed from a computer or mobile device. Users can access real-time data and make adjustments from their computer or phone. They can troubleshoot issues without needing to be physically present at the system location. 

The remote control has several practical advantages in terms of efficiency, particularly for larger companies with several systems across multiple farms, explains Emil: 

“Farmers can now adjust control panels and access milk powder consumption reports from anywhere. It means they can consistently monitor their costs, ensuring efficient farm management, while also reducing the need to travel long distances or undergo 2-3 days of quarantine before entering the farm area.” 

Pump'n'Grow 2.0 has additional potential benefits for farm health, not only through improved biosecurity by reducing piglet movement and human contact.  

“It can be used to monitor the overall state of health on the farm,” Emil continues. “Based on our experience over the last six years, we’ve found a connection between milk consumption in the Pump’n’Grow system and the performance of the sows. High performing sows with high milk yield result in less milk powder being used. So, accessing real-time data on milk consumption can potentially detect disease outbreaks in the farrowing house. For instance, swine influenza outbreaks spreading from section to section can be identified early, allowing farmers to react faster to potential problems.” 

Ninety-nine per cent of piglets adapt to the system within the first seven days, and for the ultimate in piglet care and healthier, more productive farm management, Pump’n’Grow is regularly paired with DanMilk^TM Supreme, a milk supplement for the smallest and youngest piglets, enriched with amino acids, vitamins, minerals and probiotics 

AB Neo’s Managing Director, Heidi Burrows, concludes: 

“This is an exciting enhancement on an already successful system which keeps AB Neo one step ahead by harnessing technology to make farm management easier and more efficient while improving the health of young animals.” 

You can find out more about Pump’n’Grow’s latest step in production efficiency that will empower farmers worldwide on our website.

For more information, please contact: 

Yulia Levandovska 
Global Head of Marketing at AB Neo 
+48 506 399 650 

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