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I've raised pure Kunekune pigs and Kuekune crosses. They're good animals but you need to know what you are getting into. Kunekune pigs should be raised outdoors, fed a vegetation-heavy diet, and...
The humble lard pig; once the quintessential element to society, now a piece of forgotten lore. Lard pigs need a clean environment, decent enclosures, and adequate feed. Lard Pigs are often...
Very few people today know the differences in dealing with these two types of pigs. Knowledge on lard pigs is especially hard to find. Lard pigs produce rich, juicy meat with high marbling scores....
A good pig pen is a lifesaver if you want to raise pigs. I really can't stress that enough, a bad pigpen will give you problems. The best material for a pig pen is either hog panels and strong...
I grow a few thousand pounds of potatoes every year, planted, fertilized, and harvested by hand. The best fertilizer for potatoes is a low phosphorus, high potassium blend tailor-suited to your...
I've learned that sometimes using the right materials can make a big difference. Garden soil is slightly cheaper and usually has less organic material and more sand than raised bed soil....