Raising Pigs on Homestead

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Transporting Animals Across State Lines: Pigs - Countryside
Selling pigs can be fun. It can also be confusing. Knowing all the rules for selling and transporting animals across state lines could be a full-time job because the rules and regulations per state are continually changing. Here are some tips to for interstate travel with pigs.
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For those who don't know what fodder is, it's a sprouted grain feed. Grain seeds are started by soaking them for 7 to 24 hours before putting them on trays.
Don't make the mistake of thinking pigs produce only chops, bacon and ham. When you raise your own, you'll get many other products you might not consider purchasing at the meat counter. Meat scraps are routinely used for sausage. Lard becomes soap, and the best of it, the leaf lard, is used in cooking. Download our FREE Raising Pigs Guide and learn more about the following: + How to use everything but the squeal + How to raise the homestead hog + The 411 on the farrowing pen + Pointers for beginners Farrowing Pen, The Homestead, Bacon, Soap, Pen, Meat
Free Guide: Pig Guide - Countryside
Don't make the mistake of thinking pigs produce only chops, bacon and ham. When you raise your own, you'll get many other products you might not consider purchasing at the meat counter. Meat scraps are routinely used for sausage. Lard becomes soap, and the best of it, the leaf lard, is used in cooking. Download our FREE Raising Pigs Guide and learn more about the following: + How to use everything but the squeal + How to raise the homestead hog + The 411 on the farrowing pen + Pointers for beginners
a baby pig licks the nose of an adult pig in a field with dry grass
KuneKune Pigs: A Hardy Homestead Breed - Countryside
KuneKune pigs are making their way into small scale farming operations across the country. You may ask yourself what makes these pigs so special … the simple answer is everything!
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Raising the American Guinea Hog - Grit
The American Guinea Hog is a rare and important heritage livestock breed native to the Southern United States. The following stories illustrate how valuable the American Guinea Hog was to families throughout history, how it kept the families fed during the cold winters, and how neighbors came together to help each other in the process.
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African Swine Fever - Countryside
While African Swine Fever is not transmittable to humans, it spreads easily and rapidly among swine, and humans can transport the disease. Learn how to recognize ASF symptoms to protect your and your neighbors' animals, and how to practice good biosecurity.
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American Guinea Hogs - Countryside
Happy International Heritage Breeds Week! American Guinea hogs could be the best choice for homesteading families. The all-black, small-sized hog is a champion at foraging for food and requires little to no additional grain feeding. Guinea hogs are a popular choice for homesteads for their easy-going, non-aggressive disposition. Learn more below:
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Raising Spotted Pigs: Gloucestershire Old Spot - Countryside
Happy International Heritage Breeds Week! Learn more about Gloucestershire Old Spot pigs below! My husband and I have been hog farmers for years and share a passion for great pork, shares author Kay Wolfe. We are also interested in saving endangered heritage breeds of livestock so we've experimented with many. With limited space, we are selective in what we commit ourselves to breeding. To make it on our farm, the breed must first have an exceptional taste but must also thrive on a sustainable
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8 Pig Diseases the Small Producer Should Know - Countryside
While pigs are generally a hardy livestock to raise, you should be aware of certain pig diseases and how to proceed, should your pig become ill. Here are 8 pig diseases the small producer should be aware of.
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What Type of Pastured Pig Fencing is Best for You? - Countryside
You've done your research and found the perfect pasture pig for your farm. Knowing what pigs you want to raise is the first step. Now, let's talk pastured pig fencing!
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Raising Piglets - Countryside
The benefits of raising piglets on pasture are both healthier and heartier pigs. The other benefit is that they have plenty of room and are cleaner pigs overall. Check out these tips for successful pasture farrowing below:
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Wintering Pigs on Pasture - Countryside
What could be more fun and exciting than seeing a group of pasture piglets running through the warm, green grass of summer? Not much in my opinion! But does the thought wintering pigs on pasture and cold weather care make you want to cringe? Actually, the care of pasture pigs in winter doesn't have to be that hard and shouldn't make you reconsider your choices at all. Check out our tips below:
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American Guinea Hogs - Countryside
American Guinea hogs could be the best choice for homesteading families. The all-black, small-sized hog is a champion at foraging for food and requires little to no additional grain feeding.