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Lighting Control in Pig Houses: Efficient Operation and Better Results with RN Solutions
- 05 Sep, 2025
- News and Press Coverage , Blog
Light control is more than lighting. In modern pig production, it can create structure, calm, lower energy consumption and better flow in daily operations.
Contact usA new generation of pig producers is thinking about farm management in a new way. They see light as more than just lighting – it is a tool for optimising daily routines, reducing energy consumption and creating control.
At RN Solutions, we have made light control a central tool in modern pig production. When light is controlled correctly, it creates structure and calm in the house.
Light as a management tool in modern pig production
In a modern pig house, lighting is not only about visibility. It is about rhythm, behaviour, workflows and energy optimisation. With the right light control, daily routines become more predictable with fewer disturbances.
This applies to farrowing houses, gestation houses, weaner units and finisher houses, where the needs of the animals and the routines of the staff must work together.
We help with light control adapted to house type, animal group and daily workflows.
Light cycle as a performance driver
A well-planned lighting environment supports the natural rhythm of pigs. In farrowing and gestation houses, 200–300 lux for at least 16 hours per day can stimulate the sow’s hormonal balance and metabolism.
This can contribute to better milk yield and faster return to heat after weaning. For weaners and finishers, a stable lighting environment supports more activity, higher feed intake and a safer transition during the sensitive period after weaning.
200–300 lux for sows
The correct light level in farrowing and gestation houses can support hormonal balance, metabolism and production results.
At least 16 hours per day
A fixed light period creates structure and supports a stable daily rhythm in the house.
Stability after weaning
For weaners, a stable lighting environment can support activity, feed intake and the transition after weaning.
Light control as operational optimisation
Automatic light control makes it possible to adapt lighting to both the animals’ needs and the rhythm of the day. With functions such as dimming, sunrise and sunset effects and night light, daily operation becomes more controlled.
In practice, targeted light control can reduce energy consumption by up to 50–80%, depending on system and installation.
Better daily rhythm
A fixed light programme can reduce stress and create more calm in the house.
More calm during moving
Dimming and controlled light transitions can make handling, moving and mixing easier.
Lower energy consumption
Intelligent control ensures that light is used only when and where it creates value.
Red light – night vision without unrest
Pigs hardly register red light. This makes it possible to work in the house at night without disturbing the animals’ rest or rhythm.
It creates calm in the house and makes work easier for staff – a solution increasingly used in both farrowing houses and delivery areas.
Durable solutions for demanding pig house environments
All luminaires from RN Solutions are developed for the harsh conditions in pig houses. They withstand ammonia, moisture, dust and high-pressure cleaning.
Installation is simple and fast – either as a fixed installation or with our Plug’N Play™ systems. And with up to 5 years warranty, you get a reliable long-term solution.
RN Solutions · Light control for pig production
Made for the house.
Developed for operation.
RN Solutions combines robust luminaires, intelligent light programmes, dimming, night light and Plug’N Play™ systems for modern pig production.
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RN Solutions – specialists in lighting for agriculture and industry
With more than 25 years of agricultural experience and our own product development, we deliver lighting that works – from idea to installation.
Our solutions are used in more than 20 countries and are designed to meet the demands of modern pig production.
How Lighting Control Creates Structure, Energy Optimization, and Better Flow in Pig Production
Light as a Management Tool in Modern Pig Production
A new generation of pig producers approaches operations differently. They see light as more than just illumination – it’s a tool to optimize daily work, reduce energy consumption, and create control. At RN Solutions, we have made lighting control a key resource in modern pig farming.
When light is managed correctly, it creates structure and calm in the barn.
Light Cycles as a Performance Driver
A well-designed light environment supports the pig’s natural rhythm. In farrowing and gestation units, 200–300 lux for a minimum of 16 hours per day can stimulate the sow’s hormone balance and metabolism – leading to better milk yield and faster return to estrus after weaning.
For piglets and finishers, a stable light environment supports higher activity, improved feed intake, and a smoother transition during the sensitive post-weaning period.
Lighting Control as Operational Optimization
Automatic lighting control makes it possible to adapt illumination to both animal needs and daily routines. With features such as dimming, sunrise and sunset effects, and night light, you achieve:
Better circadian rhythm and reduced stress levels
More calm during regrouping and relocation
Significantly lower power consumption through intelligent control
Daily routines with fewer disturbances and easier handling
In practice, targeted lighting control can reduce energy consumption by up to 50–80%, depending on the system and installation.
Red Light – Night Vision Without Disturbance
Pigs barely perceive red light. This allows staff to work in the barn at night without disrupting the animals’ rest or rhythm. The result is calmer pigs and easier work for the staff – a solution increasingly used in farrowing houses and dispatch areas.
Durable Solutions for Harsh Barn Environments
All RN Solutions fixtures are designed for the tough conditions of pig houses. They withstand ammonia, humidity, dust, and high-pressure cleaning.
Installation is quick and simple – either as a fixed setup or with our Plug’N Play™ systems. And with up to 5 years of warranty, you are ensured a solution that lasts.
RN Solutions – Specialists in Lighting for Agriculture and Industry
With more than 25 years of agricultural experience and in-house product development, we deliver lighting that works – from idea to installation. Our solutions are used in over 20 countries and are designed to meet the demands of modern pig production.
