breeding practices
Farming with goats – Part 7: Best breeding practices to expand your flock
Every farmer wants to expand his flock. However there are key principles that need attention concerning the effective management of ewes, rams and kids. Reproduction and kidding management directly affect the flock’s reproductive performance. Reproduction efficiency in any goat flock can be assessed by considering the following aspects: •The[...]
Pig production guide – Part 5: Breeding practices, sow selection and management
by Jenny Turton The success of a piggery lies in the quality of the breeding programme and breeding practices. Using superior genetics and efficient culling will ensure that your pigs are genetically sound, but also limit the costs of keeping pigs that are not producing optimally. Only the best[...]
Pig production guide – Part 4: Breeding practices and boar management
by Jenny Turton The success of a piggery lies in the quality of the breeding programme and breeding practices. Using superior genetics and efficient culling will ensure that your pigs are genetically sound, but also limit the costs of pigs that are not producing optimally. In the case of[...]