5. Conclusion
In conclusion, energy supplementation to neonatal (V)LBW piglets reduced VLBW piglet pre-weaning mortality by providing direct energy, rather than by improving colostrum intake.
As piglet mortality is an increasing welfare concern in addition to an economic problem and (V)LBW are omnipresent in high-prolific sows, pig producers can implement this measure in their farrowing routines to increase pre-weaning survival.