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Dec242022 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Pig Breeding Business Tips

Pig Breeding Business Tips

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Pig Breeding: How to raise a female pig is one of the most common questions people who want to produce and sell piglets always ask. Raising sow for your piglet production business can be profitable and highly rewarding. In this article, we will talk about ways to properly care for the sow during pregnancy, and childbirth, and whether it is already breastfeeding piglets. Proper sow care during pregnancy, childbirth, and lactation is necessary for your pig breeding business to be successful. If the sow is cared for properly, the piglets will remain healthy and vigorous from pregnancy until they are weaned. It will also serve as the foundation for how many times the sow can give birth without sacrificing her health and the farmer’s income. Here are the things you need to know about proper ...
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Dec242022 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Russian White Dairy Goat Breed Profile

Russian White Dairy Goat Breed Profile

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The Russian White Dairy Goat breed is the most popular dairy goat breed in Russia and has been raised for hundreds of years.  Goats are the most beloved pets for most small-town residents, as they can be kept in a small shed only on forage or kitchen scraps. Wishing to acquire an animal as noble and not capricious as a goat, it should be understood that goats are different, some of them are dairy products, others are meat and a third are wool. Naturally, when planning to buy goats for later rearing in order to obtain fatty and nutritious milk, it is better to buy goats from dairy breeds. It is to such breeds that Russian White Dairy goats are included, the origin of which remains unclear even today, as Gorky goats are commonly believed to come from Russian white goats. In addition, Saan...
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Dec182022 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Dutch Landrace Goat Breed Profile

Dutch Landrace Goat Breed Profile

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The Dutch Landrace Goat is one of the original breeds found in the Netherlands, it is related to other goat breeds called “Landrace” from northwestern Europe. There is a herd of approximately 1,000 individuals that is used in national reserves to keep natural areas open and free from trees. Dutch Landrace goat background The Dutch Landrace Goat is a breed of goat with long and strong hair that is very resistant to colder climates, which is why it was very common in northern European countries. This kind of goat is an endangered animal, and from 1900 the goat was crossed with imported breeds, with the aim of increasing milk production. After World War II, the Dutch Landrace Goat was almost extinct. Characteristics This breed of goat is primarily a milking breed but can be used for meat ...
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Dec182022 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Chamois Colored Goat Breed Profile

Chamois Colored Goat Breed Profile

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The Chamois colored goat is a species of goat breed native to Europe and Asia Minor, this animal belongs to the genus Rupicapra. This goat was named Wild Animal of the Year in 2012 by the German Association for the Conservation of Wildlife. Chamois colored goat physical characteristics The Chamois colored goat is a breed of goat that lives in Europe and Asia Minor. The size of the goat is approximately one meter long and 75 centimeters long at the withers. The tail is very short, and its length does not exceed 8 centimeters, in addition, the weight of the chamois goat ranges between 30 and 50 kilograms. This goat has a compact and strong body with a thin neck, short face, and pointed ears, the length of which is almost half the length of the head. Chamois goats have long, thin legs wi...
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Dec152022 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Common Swine Diseases

Common Swine Diseases

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Are you looking to know what are some of the most common swine diseases? Is your pig sick? Are you worried that it might get worse? What are the different types of swine disease? If you are currently raising pigs or are just planning to raise pigs, you need to read this to learn more about the common diseases that affect domestic pigs. Pigs or hogs are susceptible to many kinds of swine diseases due to the way they live. Lack of cleaning and improper feeding will lead to any of these but in this article, we will give you tips on how to handle and care for your hog when sickness hits. If you have a piggery business or you take care of pigs in your yard, you should have a proper guide to take care of them. Aside from proper feeding, watering, and bathing it is also very important th...
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Dec152022 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Boer Goat Breed Profile

Boer Goat Breed Profile

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The Boer goat breed of goats only appeared recently but managed to find a loyal following for a short time, and this is true because they are beautiful animals, well, what will we talk about, you will certainly agree with this. It become one of the most popular goat breeds for meat production. Boer goat breed history and origin Boer goats, as a breed appeared in southern Africa at the dawn of the 20th century. After that, it was possible to mix the best of goats of local breeds and representatives of Europe and India. The goat’s name is derived from the Dutch word, which means farmer. This is the most famous breed of goat in the world that is grown to produce excellent meat Physical characteristics The goats of this breed in color are white with a brown head in rare cases, you can find...
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Dec112022 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Berkshire Pig Breed Profile

Berkshire Pig Breed Profile

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Berkshire pigs are intelligent animals and are well suited for the extensive pig farming system. They are well known for their quality meat production. Berkshire pork is prized for its juiciness, flavor, and tenderness, it is pink in color and heavily marbled. The meat is rich in a high-fat content, which makes it very suitable for long, high-temperature cooking. Berkshires is an early maturing breed of pig. They were bred in the mid-19th century in Berkshire County by crossing large, late-maturing local pigs with male Neapolitan, partly Siamese, and Chinese breeds. They have a broad and uniform back. The ham reaches the joint of the short and strong legs. Berkshire Pig origin and history These Berkshire pigs are medium to large breeds, with a mean weight at maturity of about 270 kilo...
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Dec112022 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Beetal Goat Breed Profile

Beetal Goat Breed Profile

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The Beetal goat is a breed from the Punjab region of India and Pakistan that is used for the production of milk and meat. It is similar to the Jamnapari goat and the Malabari goat. It is also known as the Lahori goat; it is considered a good milking animal with a large body, long ears, and a small face. The skin of these goats is considered of high quality due to its large size and its performance of fine leather such as velvet, and suede for the manufacture of clothing, shoes, and gloves. Beetal Goat Profile The Beetal goat is a breed of goat native to India, they are important goats in mainland India, western Pakistan, and Bangladesh. Beetal goats have been widely used to improve local goats throughout the subcontinent. These goats are also adapted to stall feeding, which is why they a...
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Dec112022 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Beekeeping Guide: How to Raise Bees and Produce Honey for Profit

Beekeeping Guide: How to Raise Bees and Produce Honey for Profit

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Learn how to keep bees by following this simple beekeeping guide. Beekeeping is not an easy task, however for lovers of this work it can be very comforting to see how a honeycomb grows strong and healthy. Bees are hard-working animals and the product of their work is nothing more and less than one of the most complete foods known (as well as delicious). Beekeeping and bee farming in the Philippines Modern beekeeping (of Apis mellifera) was introduced by the Americans who came to the country. Based on the records this happened in 1913. But varroa mites and minor pests of Apis cerana and Apis dorsata (both indigenous honeybees) wreaked havoc on the hives and apiaries of Apis mellifera (foreign honeybees). Later, some Filipinos and Filipino-Chinese ventured into beekeeping using forei...
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Dec112022 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Euskal Txerria Pig Breed Profile

Euskal Txerria Pig Breed Profile

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The Euskal Txerria Pig or Basque pig is a very rare breed of domestic pig that was developed in the Basque Country region of France and Spain. They are raised primarily for the production of pork, which is popular for its excellent quality and aroma. These pigs were almost on the brink of extinction until steps were taken to revitalize them. The characteristics and stature of the animal are medium to large; the head is strong with a solid muzzle; the limbs are strong (which helps them to walk easily, unlike many other breeds), the coat is silky with large black spots; the rump and head are black, while the back is convex; the ears are fat and large hanging over the eyes. Euskal Txerria Pig breed origin The Euskal Txerria pig is a breed of pig native to the Basque Country. As its Frenc...
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