Raising meat pigs

We absolutely LOVE raising pigs on the homestead. While you need to experience it for yourself, I can almost guarantee that you'll feel the same way we do. Our experience with raising pigs has been

Raising pigs can be a rewarding and enjoyable experience, but it's also important to understand the right way to do so. Unfortunately, many people make mistakes along the way that could result in a less than ideal outcome for everyone involved. Here are some of the most common mistakes people make when raising pigs. #raisingpigs #pigmistakes #mistakesraisingpigs #tipsforraisingpigs #homesteading #backyardpigs #farmpigs #pigfarming #hogfarming #jrpiercefamilyfarm

No matter what you want to raise pigs for, there’s bound to be a breed out there that is perfect for you. Learn about the best breeds for meat, lard, and bacon here.

How to raise pigs on pasture or in the backyard. Beginner's guide to raising pigs for meat. Pigs pens, pasturing pigs and raising pigs for profit. What you need to know about having pigs.

Beginners guide to raising pigs for meat. All you need to know before you bring your first pig home.

we raise pigs naturally on pasture. It is a more sustainable practice. Pigs natural behavior is to root and forage and raising on pasture supports this.

You'll hear a lot of differing opinions on raising pigs. To some folks, raising pigs is the greatest idea they have ever had! A freezer…

8 Things to Know about Raising Pigs for meat. A beautifully written piece that includes everything from choosing a breed to the bittersweet moment at the end. A must read!

When you’re raising pigs, providing proper housing should be one of your top concerns. Here are our best tips for pig housing. #raisingpigs #pighousing #pigshelter #pighousingdesign #jrpiercefamilyfarm #pasturedpigs

Pigs seem to be eating everything, but this isn't necessarily so - some things can make them sick. Learn what you can and cannot feed them.

Here are 6 things I wish I'd known to do, BEFORE I brought home my first piglets.

Considering raising your own pigs for responsibly-raised bacon and hams? Here's a list of what I wish I had done BEFORE bringing piglets home. #pigs #piglets #farming #homesteading #raisingpigs #pasturedpigs #pasturedpork

Learning how to raise a year's worth of meat is pivotal in building resiliency. The good news is, that there are many ways to go about it!

Pigs are my favorite animal to raise on our farm! Every year we raise them, I learn a books worth of knowledge about raising pigs on pasture.

What is the best pig breed to raise for meat? There are many breeds of meat pig, so finding the best breed will depend on what goals you have for your backyard pigs. The best pigs to raise for meat will change depending on how you raise them. Backyard pigs are going to put fresh, homegrown and delicious pork on your dinner table. Learn about Yorkshire, Duroc, Hampshire, Meishan, Tamworth, Chester White and more.

Raising meat rabbits can be a great way to get into meat production especially for beginners who have limited land. Learn the things you need to figure out before you add them to your homestead or backyard.

If you are buying a homestead, or already have some land and you want to make some profit, raising animals is one of the best options. There are some animal

This last year we raised American Guinea hogs and in this podcast and blog post I'm sharing all the details of raising them including what the final price per pound was, how we liked the meat, the pros and cons of raising this breed, plus whether we'll raise them again.

Pigs are a great way to raise your own meat, but they do come with their own unique set of quirks. Learn more about the pros and cons of raising pigs.