Hobby Farm Handbook

Put Pastured Pigs to Work Natural rototillers Playful and entertaining Docile and friendly Quick learners Great 4-H projects Garbage disposals WHAT BREED DO I CHOOSE Feeder pigs are often available in the 40-60 lb range and require about 90-120 days to get finished.  Moist snout  Bright eyes Signs of good health  Shiny coat  Curly tail MoreMuscle • Yorkshire • Hampshire GET 'EM OUTSIDE Hogs raised outdoors on dirt (pasture) are affectionately referred to as Mud Hogs. No matter the breed, they’re sought after by those looking to fill their freezer. Pigs go from weanling to finished weight within six months—you can raise a batch during warmer months and not carry animals over winter (no frozen waterers). FOR THE LOVE OF BACON Succulently sweet and smoky bacon is just one of the products from a well finished hog. The loin produces chops, country style ribs, back ribs and Canadian bacon. The shoulders make excellent roasts and steaks. The jowl can be cured and used like bacon. The hams for…well ham! And everything else goes to sausage! More Fat • Gloucestershire Old Spots BACON PIGS LARD PIGS • Duroc • Red Wattle • Large Black • Guinea Hogs bacon press Sara 14 premier1supplies.com • 800-282-6631