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We got started raising meat pigs in 2014 and absolutely fell in love with these amazing creatures. We will never go back to buying pork from the grocery store again. The meat is far superior in flavor and we find it very fulfilling to be self sufficient by growing and raising our own food.
When you’re a beginner in the hog industry, the lingo can be daunting. Educate yourself on this pig farming terminology and hold your own when speaking with experienced farmers.
When you’re first starting with homestead pigs, you will have to decide which breed is right for you. Learn why pig breed selection is important and how to choose with this overview.