Kune kune pigs for meat

Want to know how to raise a pig for meat? Raising and butchering pigs for your freezer can save money. How long to raise a pig to slaughter.

If you have decided to raise pigs, you will need to consider how to fence them in, what type of shelter they will have and supplies for feeding, watering and simple veterinary care. With this guide, you will learn the benefits and drawbacks of different containment solutions so you can decide what will work best on your property.

Learn about Kunekune pigs and if they are a fit for your farm. Easy to raise, Kunekunes are friendly, and root less than other pigs. Here's what to know.

Learning how to raise pigs for meat is great for any homestead or farm wanting to become more self-sustainable. Here are 12 tips for success!

Processing pigs at home? It wasn't what we originally planned it, but it turned out to be the perfect way for us and for our pigs. This article will explain our process of having a traveling butcher come to our homestead. It will not break down details of how you can butcher yourself, but instead

On Piwakawaka Valley Homestead we have recently acquired 3 Kunekune pigs. Keeping Kunekune pigs on a homestead is a brilliant idea for many reasons which we

Want to know how to raise a pig for meat? Raising and butchering pigs for your freezer can save money. How long to raise a pig to slaughter.

What is the best pig breed to raise for meat? There are many breeds of meat pig, so finding the best breed will depend on what goals you have for your backyard pigs. The best pigs to raise for meat will change depending on how you raise them. Backyard pigs are going to put fresh, homegrown and delicious pork on your dinner table. Learn about Yorkshire, Duroc, Hampshire, Meishan, Tamworth, Chester White and more.

GrainKunekunes can fatten on pasture grazing alone. If you do supplement with grain make sure it is 16% or lower in protein. I used the feed store's brand "Bryant" 14% Hog Finisher twice a day. I have recently switched to Purina's Pig & Sow from Tractor Supply. It is a 16% feed and I've noticed it helps reduce the tear discharge from their eyes. Depending on the size of the pig and how much pasture they are getting I adjust the amount.Feeding Growing PigletsPiglets start eating grain as…

Managing pig manure is a vital element to keeping pigs happy and healthy. Your neighbors will also thank you for taking care of the smelly mess!