We used Triple B this year (first time in probably 10 years) and had great success. We only bred four sows/gilts to their boars but so far it appears that all four are bred. I agree with Darin, there are a lot of factors that can influence the conception rates of your gilts/sows. We have not had goo...

Looking for results from the Indiana Hamp boar sale. In your opinion what boars were worth using and who bought them?

Thanks.

Per our state veterinarian all hogs entering, other than those going to slaughter, have to follow this new rule/regulation including breeding stock for commercial units. Not sure if the press release was typed with bad info or if the state of Texas adjusted their policy.

Douglas- I think you're interpreting the Texas regulations the wrong way. All stock entering Texas, except those going directly to slaughter, have to follow the new rules. This will have a much more profound impact on the commercial industry than the showpig industry. Most commercial producers in Te...

I just got this email from the Kansas Department of Agriculture that I believe gives us a pretty good indication of where this is headed in the future: New requirements for shipping non-commercial hogs to Texas TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas Department of Agriculture’s (KDA) Division of Animal Health is ...

Sale will be Saturday, March 29th, at the farm, located just off of 69 HWY south of Louisburg, KS . Pigs will be ready for viewing beginning at 11:00am, complimentary lunch served at noon and sale begins at 1. Pigs can be viewed by appointment prior to sale day. Breeds and sires represented are: Ham...