Pigs- Semi-Intensive Production System

Pigs- Semi-Intensive Production System

1. Involves confining the pigs to a limited area/space for grazing.

2. Farmer has to provide all the feed, water and vet service as they are limited to a set space.

3. They are fed with kitchen waste and agricultural byproducts such as corn husks, cobs and peels.

4. Pigs are allowed to graze on the grass in the area but they will most likely trample it all down.

5. Farmers spend more and give more attention and time to the pigs in this system.

6. The financial impact is low but the farmers need a lot of technical knowledge and facts about the pigs.

7. Pregnant sows are usually given a lot more attention and extra feed in this system.

8. Oxford Sandy

   • Long dished face
     • Straight strong legs
       • Long flat back
   • High quality and high flavor meat.
   • Docile, prolific and excellent mothers.
   • Rare Breed

9. Gloucestershire Old Spot

   • Dished Face
     • Strong Straight Legs
       • Long Flat Back
   • Docile and friendly
   • Good Mothers
   • Good Meat quality
   • Hardy and live happily outside