RELATÓRIO DE ESTÁGIO: ROTINA EM UMA GRANJA DE SUÍNOS

Abstract

This supervised internship report addresses the routine developed on a pig farm, aiming to integrate the theoretical knowledge acquired during the Animal Science degree with the daily practices of pig farming. The internship was carried out at Ideal Pork S.A., located in the municipality of Nova Mutum, Mato Grosso do Sul, specifically in the Piglet Production Unit (UPL1), the sector responsible for a significant portion of the farm's weaning. The methodologically monitored and executed activities covered all stages of reproductive and health management, including heat diagnosis, artificial insemination, pregnancy monitoring, farrowing care, colostrum management, piglet care, vaccination protocols, medication administration, weaning, and sow relocation to new production cycles. During the internship, the student gained an understanding of the relevance of biosecurity protocols and feed management, which are essential for ensuring animal welfare, health, and production efficiency. The experience provided a practical understanding of the organization of the production system, allowing them to assess the importance of process standardization and the correct application of management techniques to ensure quality in swine farming. The results demonstrated that the practical experience consolidated theoretical learning and fostered the development of professional skills such as teamwork, critical thinking, and decision-making. It can be concluded that the supervised internship represented an essential stage of academic development, providing opportunities for experience in real-world situations, enabling greater preparation for future work in animal production and contributing to the comprehensive development of professional zootechnicians. Keywords: Swine; management; biosecurity; animal production; supervised internship.