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Breeds of Pigs

May 16th, 2011 at 04:05 am
American Swine Breeds Over the past few years it has become apparent that many people do not know what breed or type of pig they are buying. There are a lot of pigs to choose...
  • Natural Worming for Pigs
    How to deworm a pig naturally: One of the major issues with raising pigs, be it commercial or organic, is worming....
    by on April 27th, 2011 at 08:04 am
  • Advice From An Old Farmer
    I am not an old farmer yet. As a matter of fact, I think the old farmers would laugh at my misery.  Nonetheless,...
    by on October 19th, 2009 at 07:10 pm
  • Organic Pig Farming
    // When we embarked on this pig farm adventure, I never thought  I would be talking about growing pigs organically....
    by on February 19th, 2009 at 06:02 am

Pig News»

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Recent News

August 17th, 2010 at 11:08 am
With increasing public attention on the use of antibiotics in livestock, see how the U.S. pork industry is taking steps to assure the judicious use of antibiotics. more With...

AI Boars We have Used»

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Phenomenal 82-1

November 17th, 2010 at 03:11 pm
Here is the heavy muscled Hampshire boar in the lineup today! Phenomenal was a $12,500 private treaty purchase from AJ Lewis that was slated to be his 2009 STC entry. This...
  • Redemption 6-7
    Timber back on littermate gilt to All you want The widest chested Berkshire boar we have ever seen. Littermate...
    by on November 17th, 2010 at 03:11 pm
  • Nerf 8-1
    Dam produced DPK Power in previous litters
    by on November 17th, 2010 at 03:11 pm
  • Sir Thomas 1-5
    First offspring are super heavy muscled and stout! Litter mate to 2008 Reserved Barrow at San Antonio. Dam produced...
    by on November 17th, 2010 at 03:11 pm

Charts and Tables»

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Swine Gestation Table (115 Days)

November 17th, 2010 at 12:11 pm
The gestation period of a gilt (meaning she has never farrowed, given birth) or sow (an older, “experienced” female) is three “3″s: Three months,...
  • Expected Advantage of Crossbreds Over Purebreds
    First Cross Multiple Cross Boars Purebred Purebred Sows Purebred Crossbred Pigs Crossbred Crossbred Litter...
    by on November 16th, 2010 at 11:11 am
  • Maximum Number of Services Per Boar
    Hand Mating Pen Mating Per Month Boar Per Day Per Week Per Month Mature Boar 2 10 40 25 Junior Boar 1 7 25 18
    by on November 16th, 2010 at 11:11 am
  • Feeding Chart
    Live weight (lbs) Feed (lbs) Days Required Gain per day (lbs) 15-40 42.5 32 1.1 40-120 208 53 1.5 120-220 360 55 1.8 Non-lactating...
    by on November 16th, 2010 at 11:11 am

Recipes»

Braised Bacon, Pomegranate, and Pine Nut Relish

Braised Bacon, Pomegranate, and Pine Nut Relish

November 19th, 2010 at 11:11 am
Recipe: Summary: Served over Kurobuta Pork Chops Ingredients 8 whole green cardamom pods 1 pound slab bacon, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 2 cups low-salt chicken broth ...

Recent Articles

University of Florida Hog and Ham

Fair season is winding down here in Florida as the mercury rises. The only complaint we Floridians should have is the lack of rain. We would like to thank all the 4H students that purchased their fair pigs from us this year. We hope you had fun with… Read more

Mini Pig Farm

All of our baby potbellied pigs will go to our vet for Spay/Neuter at 8 weeks of age. Our vet recommends that we keep them for 2 weeks for recovery. If you need your baby shipped, a health certificate is needed and will be provided when we ship… Read more

Breeds of Pigs

American Swine Breeds Over the past few years it has become apparent that many people do not know what breed or type of pig they are buying. There are a lot of pigs to choose from, but when you are looking for a specific breed of pig, it is… Read more

Natural Worming for Pigs

How to deworm a pig naturally: One of the major issues with raising pigs, be it commercial or organic, is worming. Pigs are susceptible to a multitude of worms, which brings us to the question. How do I deworm a pig naturally?  or  What can I… Read more

Butchering a Berkshire Pig

Butchering a pig is a task that many people have never seen, and they probably don’t want to, but it is necessary in order to get all those delicious cuts of pork that we love to eat. Juicy pork chops, succulent loin roast, and a southern favorite,… Read more

Braised Bacon, Pomegranate, and Pine Nut Relish

Recipe: Summary: Served over Kurobuta Pork Chops Ingredients 8 whole green cardamom pods 1 pound slab bacon, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 2 cups low-salt chicken broth 3 tablespoons pomegranate molasses 1/2 cup pine nuts,… Read more