Weaning Piglets

Weaning is a major hurdle for piglets, but successful preparation can make all the difference. The single most effective way to prepare piglets for life without the sow is through creep feeding.

Farrowing Tremors

If you’ve spent time in the farrowing barn, you’ve likely seen a sow shaking or shivering while in labor. While our first instinct is to grab a blanket, shivering during birth is usually perfectly normal.

The Parity Curve

If you’re raising "Orchard Pigs," understanding their reproductive cycle is key to managing a healthy, sustainable herd. The Gloucestershire Old Spot (GOS) is famous for being a hardy, docile, and excellent maternal breed, but their litter sizes follow a specific trajectory.