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Buying pigs: choosing a breed of pig or mini pig
Breeds of pig vary in size, temperament, hardiness and suitability for meat production. So which one is right for you?
Pig houses: buying or making a hog hotel
Getting your pig house right makes for happier hogs, lower feed bills, and less work for you
Pig feed – making your money go further
Your feed bill can make up around 80% of the running costs of raising pigs, so it pays to choose feeds carefully.
Keeping pigs – introduction
Keeping pigs is a popular option for homesteaders who want to produce their own meat.
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