Before we started to raise pigs naturally, we discussed what that would mean on our farm. Since then, many litters of piglets have arrived, showed off how cute they can be, were weaned, fed for a few weeks, or even months in some cases. All were sold and the waiting time would begin again. The sows had some time off after each litter, to gain some weight, rest and completely dry off. Then, Charlie would welcome them back into his pasture area and the breeding cycle would begin again. … [Read more...]
Pig Pens or Pig Pastures
Pigs on the Farm The latest animal species to arrive at Timber Creek Farm is the pig. Three hogs arrived one day after my son decided this was the animal for him. He purchased three feeder pigs, two female and one male. He had done the prep work already and had pens ready for them to start this new life. They had baby pools, straw bedding and a large stall to stay warm and dry. The pigs promptly made a horrible muddy mess out of their pens. Walking in to feed or clean or just play … [Read more...]
