What are the common ecological pig farming models?

Pig farming is currently a very popular venture. With growing market demand and advances in farming technology, a series of branches have emerged in pig farming models, and the one that stands out above the rest is ecological pig farming. This is also currently a model that maximizes economic benefits, so what are the common ecological pig farming models?

1. Forest-and-livestock ecological pig farming

This model is especially suitable for rural areas. The general process is that farmers choose relatively suitable mountain land for enclosed rearing, so that the two can complement each other. First, you need to choose a pig breed suited to the local area, then plant some trees of economic value. Generally, farming begins after the trees have grown for a certain period, so that the pig manure brings abundant nutrients to the trees, and the fallen fruit from the fruit trees ensures a source of nutrition for the pigs. In the end, the fruit trees yield a good harvest, and the ecologically raised pigs also gain higher economic value.

2. Fermentation bed pig farming

Fermentation bed pig farming is an evolution of the enclosed rearing model. Bedding material is added to the pigpen floor, which people usually overlook, to solve the problems of pig manure and sanitation. The principle is to choose some materials that can speed up the decomposition of pig manure as bedding. After the pigs excrete, it can decompose very quickly and form some beneficial microorganisms. When the pigs unintentionally eat it, it can also strengthen their body's resistance, and after a period of time the bedding can be used as biological fertilizer, with excellent fertilizer effects. Pigs raised this way are top-grade in both appearance and meat quality.

3. Biogas digester pig farming

Biogas digester pig farming can actually be considered a cycle, and it can effectively reduce feeding costs. The process is very simple: build a fermentation tank, clear the pig manure into the fermentation tank, and after fermentation the biogas can be used at home or to maintain the temperature of the pigpen. The biogas residue can be used to grow vegetables, and the vegetables can be used to feed the pigs, forming a circular chain between the two. This is an ecological pig farming model that is gradually being popularized in China at present, and it is applicable in many places, so everyone can consider it more.

4. Courtyard-style ecological farming

This is a method that still needs to be explored, but good results have been achieved in some places. Its general process is to choose a good location for pig farming, preferably with a pond nearby, and the pond should preferably be a bit larger. Each time, the pig manure is rinsed with water, and then the water is poured into the pond to provide abundant nutrients for the fish or aquatic plants inside. The grown aquatic plants can be used to feed the pigs, and the fish can be sold. The water for daily rinsing can simply be drawn from the pond. Courtyard-style ecological farming is easy to develop in places with abundant water.

Ecological pig farming will basically become a mainstream development direction in the future. As people's living standards improve, the demand for pork will certainly no longer be limited to feed-raised pigs. This is also the reason why the native pig market is gradually heating up at present, and everyone can consider this aspect more.