Ready-Made vs Custom Pig Feed: Cost, Performance & Profitability (2026 Guide)
Introduction After 20+ years running a 5,000-head operation in North Carolina, I’ve used both ready-made commercial feeds and custom-formulated diets at different stages of my farming career. The decision between purchasing complete feeds from a…
Understanding the Pig Digestive System: A Farmer’s Guide
Discover how the pig digestive system works. Understand swine monogastric digestion and gut microbiome health to maximise feed efficiency and herd profits. The pig digestive system is a simple yet highly efficient process that allows pigs to convert feed…
Pig Nutrition & Feeding Guide (USA 2026): Stages, FCR & Cost-Saving Tips
TL;DR – Quick Guide to Pig Nutrition and Feeding Introduction: Understanding Pig Nutrition and Feeding for Small Farms Pig nutrition and feeding form the foundation of profitable, healthy pig production—whether you’re raising three pigs for the…