Duroc Pig: Facts & Characteristics
Breed History Until 1940, Duroc was known by the name of Duroc-Jersey. Perhaps, because it had its origin in the United States by crossing two pig lines – the red …
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The Breeds of Pigs
There are over 180 breeds of pigs recognized across the world. However, breeders opined that there are still many unrecognized pig breeds distributed in various locations around the globe. Each …
A Beginner’s Guide to Pig Farming
Starting a pig farm or piggery is a good decision you’ve made or you’re about to make. No doubt, pig farming is a profitable and low-cost enterprise. However, intending pig …
Sample Feed Formulae for Pigs
The following are sample feed formulae to prepare the feed for pigs at various production stages.
Nutritional Requirements of Pig
Nutrition is a very important aspect of livestock production or farming because it determines the feed that animals need to eat, influences the important body functions, affects the performance of …
Large White Pig: Facts & Characteristics
History of Large White Pigs A Large White pig (also called Yorkshire) is an exotic breed of pig that has its origin in Yorkshire in England. It is also called …
4 Vital Tips for Beginner’s Pig Farming
Though I have published several articles on pigs and swine production for existing and beginner pig farmers and I think it is necessary to give a few guidelines that intending …
4 Best Pig Breeds for Commercial Pig Farming
Did you know that starting commercial pig farming with an inferior breed is the wrong thing to do and such a step will affect your ROI negatively? Do you know …
10 Facts about Pigs and Pig Farming
What is Pig Farming? Pig production involves the raising and management of pigs mainly for meat (pork). This aspect of livestock farming has gained top recognition in most parts of …
How to Build a Pig Pen or House
Housing which is usually the open-sided type in the intensive system of pig production is more sophisticated and capital intensive. The pig house will generally comprise a concrete or hard …
