Tip of the Month

Tip of the Month – Pig keeping advice, tips and information.

Tip of the month

If you keep your pigs inside give them all the weeds from your garden. Pigs love the variety of vegetation and above all the soil attached to roots of the weeds. Soil has lots of hidden benefits for pigs as … Continue reading

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Tip of the month

When buying pigs it is better to buy from an experienced breeder. All the pigs exported had to have 6 different tests for diseases. All the test results were clear, which gives a positive indication of the high health status … Continue reading

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Varying temperatures at this time of year can upset pigs. If pigs are outside they need shade and a wallow to remain cool. Overheating can affect pigs badly causing vomiting, abortion, giddiness and listlessness. The siting and construction of your … Continue reading

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Try to keep your pigs inside until the ground dries up. Pigs with heavy bodies and small feet quickly paddle up soft ground and quickly spoil pig paddocks. A dry wind and longer days can turn a wet field into … Continue reading

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Tip of the month

Young pigs convert feed most efficiently into growth. It pays to feed them well with the best of feed, especially during the first 3 months of their life. I always try to have ad lib food in front of the … Continue reading

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