Pig Industry - Starting up a pig farm - Production Starting-Up


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10/05/2006

FRED KAU
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South-East - Botswana

Starting up a pig farm

I'm a third year student in the University of Botswana studying economics and accounts. My country is well known for its diamond and beef production. Pork meat is in high demand here, but the supply is very low, therefore I would like to venture in that industry. I want to start up a commercial pig farm but I haven’t the slightest idea of where to start. The start up capital is not a problem, the problem is the logistics. I know everything there is to know about cows, but when it comes to pigs I know nothing except for what I have learnt from this website. What I want to know is if I want to start up a high production commercial pig farm, how many females and boars should I start with? What breed is the best, looking at my demographic location? How many sheds should be constructed to accommodate the pigs and how many pigs should I keep per shed? Any response will be highly appreciated.

20/07/2006

Dr Mauricio Bara

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If starting up capital is not a problem, I think that before you decide on the number of sows that you want to have first you should be sure if you have adequate water and feed supply in your area, how far are you from the market (abattoir)?

01/10/2007

Malcom sayer
Veterinarian /
Minnesota - United States of America

To Mr. Kau

Please indicate that you you have to plan what you need first.
For example: if you run your self that farm I think at first you should start up at 30-sow farm. or if you have two workers, it should be 60-100 sow, then you can increase sow head every circle. ....

if you need more detail you can contact me (I am Hoang, MBA/Vet Doctor, now I am a National Sales Manager for WOOSUNG FEED CO., LTD).

20/03/2008

Mothusi Tshekedi

South-East - Botswana

I am also a third year student in the University of Botswana studying in the same programme as Fred Kau, and am very interested in starting up my own pig farm. I can learn from you and you can learn from me Mr Kau. I have done my studies and research and know very well of the high demand for pig products in Botswana. I am a business minded person who grew up raising cattle too. Let's grab an opportunity to at least work together. Contact me.

01/05/2008

Kolisa Nokoyo

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Dear Fred,
I am Dr Kolisa Nokoyo, Vet in SA. I am a swine consultant located in the Mafikeng area which is quite close to you. If you still need help, contact me. I work for the Northwest University.

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