Backyard Pig Farming

Gerard dawn s backyard pig farming ebook is an amazing guide that goes into detail on how to setup a successful pig farming business in you backyard and proper feed your pigs with the right nutritions.

Backyard pig farming. I ve never owned pigs never even was a close friend of someone who raised homestead pigs. Some of the major pig farming countries are china russia america brazil and west germany. Surprisingly pigs take on the cold temperatures quite well. Add to favorites.

I know farmers who raise em by the hundreds but not anyone who raises just a few for meat. 7 minutes by marc burdiss i ve always wanted pigs and been curious to learn how to start pig farming. In just one generation natural pig farming as a means of raising pigs for meat disappeared from rural america due to the industrialization of the hog business. If i can do it you can too.

Pig farming is a challenge. By kay wolfe there was a time when every rural household had a pig or two they were fattening for the winter. Backyard pig farming does not come without cost. But if you do it right you can reap the benefits.

Hogs are now raised in mega hog houses by corporate farms. Although this type of farm does not do well with backyard farming due to many factors that we will discuss below. If you have a spare place that is big enough in your backyard do not make it in the rest mode. I have cared for backyard pigs through some very cold temperatures.

2 of 4 1 2 3 4. Farmer s handbook on pig production. Production management herd management housing and equipment husbandry. In fact those wishing to grow pigs for meat may quickly find that feeding is quite the investment.

This guide from the fao provides information on how to create the most efficient pig housing for small scale or backyard pig production. However you must have some land area or backyard space for raising pigs. Table scraps are not a suitable diet for pigs and can even cause disease. Why is pig farming profitable.

Add to favorites. Backyard pigs homesteading pigs on the homestead raising meat pigs raising pigs about mindy young you can live and work the way you want to without the worry fear and overwhelm. Foraging pigs can quickly destroy a small backyard space and will need additional food to ensure their proper growth. Gerard dawn s backyard pig farming guide.

With less effort and investment one can start a commercial piggery for profits. Try to start pig farming by raising a group of pigs in the backyard which make it possible for you to enjoy natural healthy meat or earn a little extra money. There are many challenges when it comes to pig farming but when you get it right you can make a proper living out of it. How to farm pigs housing.

As long as they have the correct care and nutrition learning how to keep backyard pigs healthy during winter is definitely a breeze.