Cost Budget for Free-Range Pig Farming in Mountain Forests, Plus Enclosure Farming Techniques and Winter Precautions

AbstractThe cost of generally raising 10 free-range pigs in mountain forests is about 85,000 yuan. The enclosure line for the mountain should be made according to the actual area. Stone strips plus wire mesh can be used for farming, so the pigs are less likely to be harmed by some animals and can also be prevented from escaping. A house of appropriate size also needs to be built inside for them to live in at night or on rainy days. In winter, some grass mats need to be laid inside the house, which has a certain warming effect.

1. Cost Budget for Free-Range Pig Farming in Mountain Forests

1. Generally raising 10 free-range pigs in mountain forests (2 boars and 8 sows), with an exercise area plus pig pen area of about 120 sq m, requires a cost of 12,000 yuan. The cost of purchasing breeding pigs is 15,000 yuan, and the feed cost for 1 year is 8,000 yuan, totaling 35,000 yuan.

2. Then add the cost of raising the piglets born to the sows. One sow gives birth to 18 piglets per year (8 sows can produce 144 piglets in total). It takes 5 months to reach slaughter weight. The feed cost per pig is about 350 yuan, and the feed cost for 144 pigs is about 50,000 yuan in total. The above two items total 85,000 yuan in cost.

2. Farming Techniques for Free-Range Pig Farming in Mountain Forests

1. A plan can be made for the enclosed farming area. The specific number of square meters should be determined according to the actual area to make the enclosure line. Stone strips plus wire mesh can be used for farming, so the pigs are less likely to be harmed by some animals and can also be prevented from escaping. If the number of pigs being raised is relatively large, the area needs to be larger.

2. Generally, the method of separate area farming can be chosen. Some vegetables can be planted in each area for the pigs to eat. At the same time, the openings should be sealed well, which helps ensure their safety. Patrols also need to be strengthened normally to avoid escapes or attacks by other animals and prevent unnecessary losses.

3. When enclosed farming is used, houses also need to be built. A house of appropriate size can be built inside for them to live in at night or on rainy days. Generally, in the evening, the pigs need to be driven inside to sleep, and then let out again during the day.

4. When raising pigs, the sanitation work in the pig pen must be done well to avoid bacterial infections in the pigs. In addition to being cleaned every day, the pig pen also needs timely ventilation. If ventilation is poor, it will also allow bacteria to breed. At the same time, timely warming is also needed. When the temperature is relatively low, some grass mats need to be added to the pig pen, which has a certain warming effect.

5. In terms of diet, they should eat more carrots or green vegetable leaves. Relatively fresh ones should be chosen for feeding, so as to effectively avoid the situation of low resistance. If conditions permit, deworming work can be carried out. Daily management must be in place. If an epidemic occurs, it needs to be prevented and controlled in a timely manner. Do not take it lightly, so as to prevent more serious problems caused by negligence.