On Farm experience: Microbial bedding conditioner helps improve environment for sows and piglets  

Since switching to a microbial bedding conditioner, which combines specific positive bacteria and enzymes to improve hygiene and dryness, Jonny Hessin has seen pig welfare and comfort benefits on his 1000-sow, farrow-to-finish unit in Northern Ireland.  

Previously using a dry powder disinfectant conditioner, Jonny noticed sows were irritated and fidgety after spreading the product. However, since using EazyBed PRO, he’s witnessed more content and relaxed sows at farrowing when the natural bedding conditioner is applied. 

Introducing EazyBed PRO into his herd management regime has been a significant milestone for Hessin, who says piglet health is also a key focus for his unit. 

Jonny explains:  

“Promoting piglet health and nutrition from the off is really important because robust piglets support productivity and profitability.  

“The environment the piglets are in is also much more hygienic, limiting the risk of infection, which can have knock-on effects on welfare and growth.” 

He also highlights the benefits the natural bedding conditioner offers to those working on the unit. 

“The fine, lump-free consistency makes the product much easier to apply than the previous product we used. 

“It isn’t dusty at all and generally only requires one application, making it much more user-friendly for myself and the team.  

“I wasn’t sure whether we’d see much change from using a different product, but we’re really pleased with EazyBed PRO and wouldn’t switch back to our previous product now.” 

Find out more on how EazyBed PRO can benefit your herd and support the foundations for healthy pigs here.