Small-scale Outdoor Pig Breeding is a comprehensive guide to breeding and rearing pigs in natural conditions without compromising their well-being. The book provides support for novice pig-keepers hoping to breed their own pigs. Moreover, it also acts as a valuable reference for more experienced breeders and offers information about different breeds of pigs and their respective needs. Topics covered include: choosing a breed; selecting a boar; hogging and mating; gestation care; farrowing; and hand rearing. This invaluable reference guide to breeding and rearing pigs is aimed at all pig-keepers, whether novice or more experienced, and also smallholders, farmers and rare breed enthusiasts. Fully illustrated with 77 colour photographs and diagrams.
- 144 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
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Small-scale Outdoor Pig Breeding
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Table of contents
- Cover Page
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Contents
- Dedication and Acknowledgements
- Introduction
- 1. Forward Planning
- 2. Choosing Your Breeding Stock
- 3. Hogging and Mating
- 4. Gestation Care
- 5. Farrowing
- 6. Care of Piglets
- 7. Hand Rearing
- 8. Weaning
- 9. Problems
- 10. Marketing and Selling Your Piglets
- Appendix I: Frequently Asked Questions
- Appendix II: Case Studies
- Appendix III: Breeds of Pig
- Glossary
- Further Information
- Index
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Yes, you can access Small-scale Outdoor Pig Breeding by Wendy Scudamore in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Technology & Engineering & Agronomy. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.