The following are important management practices in the husbandry of piglets except
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The important management practice that is not associated with the husbandry of piglets is "provision of grass beddings for piglets."
The other three options are common management practices in piglet husbandry, while the provision of grass beddings is not common. Grass bedding may not be practical for piglets, as it may not provide adequate warmth, comfort, and hygiene, which are necessary for their healthy development. Instead, materials such as straw, wood shavings, or sawdust are commonly used as bedding for piglets.
Castration of male piglets not needed for breeding is done to avoid aggressive behavior and the unpleasant taste of pork from sexually mature males. Administration of drugs containing iron to piglets is essential for preventing anemia, which is a common condition in piglets due to their high iron requirements. Cutting of the needle teeth of piglets is necessary to prevent injuries to their littermates and nursing sow.