It’s farrowing time and you’re anxiously waiting for your favorite sow to begin showing signs of labor. You know the due date and you’re keeping watch to help her pigs arrive safely.
There are plenty of choices regarding breeding decisions but one in particular is, “what direction will this sire take me?” Whether a hog breeder is just beginning or has invested a lot of time and money into building their sow herd, the choice of which sire to use can be a big one.
Raising livestock has lots of ups and downs but having a successful first litter of pigs can be one of the most agonizing parts of the business.
A sow’s first litter can determine her longevity. If she has a great first litter with no farrowing problems, no infection, no mastitis and eats well then this will improve how she deals with her future litters.
That's a common phrase, but still something that pig breeders and sellers need to remember after each sale! Below is a list of Katey's Tips to keep in mind after each online sale.
Picturing sale pigs is notably one of the most challenging part of online auctions. But at the same time can really make or break the success of an online offering. Below are some tips and things to consider when picturing prior to your online sale.