Choosing the right pig breed for your farm
If you intend to farm pigs, it makes financial sense to buy the best genetic material you can afford right from the start.
“Although this might be more expensive initially, the use of superior genetics to form the foundation of a herd will produce huge dividends in the long run,” says Dr Danie Visser, agricultural adviser and strategic analyst at Juventis Consulting.
Farmers who are already in the game should analyse the strengths and weaknesses of their herds and look for genetics to compliment or strengthen them.
Whether new or established, however, a producer should always source this genetic material from a reputable breeding company, stud breeder or multiplier herd.
Visser advises farmers to consider the breeding objectives of the supplier, the
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