Pig farming in South Africa presents several opportunities for beginners in the agri space. To get started, there are couple important steps for new farmers to consider. Even established farmers might learn a thing or two!
For your convenience we’ve collected some of Food For Mzansi’s best resources on pig farming for beginners. It covers everything from selecting the optimal pig breed to understanding their nutritional requirements and beyond. Whether you’re contemplating embarking on a small-scale endeavour or striving to establish a larger-scale pig farming enterprise, this resource will equip you with the essential knowledge and confidence to succeed.
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How to start your own pig farm in 10 easy steps
This article is a step-by-step guide on how to start your own pig farm in 10 easy steps. From conducting thorough research on breeds, housing structures, and feed options to securing suitable land and markets, every step requires careful consideration.
How to keep your pig herd in tip-top shape
Monitoring the well-being of your pigs is important. This entails implementing preventive measures such as maintaining impeccable cleanliness and security on your farm while remaining vigilant for any indicators of potential issues. In this article, we explore proactive steps in which you can keep your pig in a healthy state.
By staying proactive and jumping on any health issues as soon as possible, you will keep your pig farm going strong for the long haul.
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Podcast: Bring home the bacon with prime pig herd health
Dive into the Farmer’s Inside Track podcast episode for an insider’s look at why keeping your pig herd healthy is absolutely essential for your farming success.
Dr Sakhumuzi Nkosi, a technical veterinarian at Afrivet, reveals the critical role of pig herd health and why it is about more than just warding off infectious diseases.
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Ways to manage on-farm feed costs of a piggery
Curious about how to cut down on feed costs without sacrificing your pigs’ growth and your farm’s income? This article explores smart strategies to minimise on-farm feed expenses while maintaining optimal growth performance for your pigs.
Top tips to keep tail biting among pigs at bay
If a pig draws blood while tail biting, the natural attraction of pigs to the smell and taste of blood can result in a chain reaction among the pigs in the group and consequently tail biting can spread.
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Get the best out of your pigs’ genetics
Swine production today is far from what it was 20 years ago, says monogastric technical advisor Enrike Maree. She tells us how pig farmers can get the best out of their swine genetics.
Inspiration: It’s a pig’s paradise for Siyaya and her porkers
Meet Siphelele Siyaya, affectionately known as ‘Titi’, a dynamic young pig farmer from rural northern KwaZulu-Natal, whose journey into farming was inspired by a desire to combat youth unemployment and create opportunities in her community.
Titi’s enthusiasm for farming is evident in her dedication to learning and adapting to the intricacies of pig farming. In this article she shares how she ventured into pig farming
Download Food For Mzansi’s Farmer’s Inside Track guide on how to start you own pig farm
Download Food For Mzansi’s Farmer’s Inside Track guide on how to start you own pig farm
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