Swine raising

2. Factors to consider in Livestock
•Location
- a good site for the project is where good water supply and
drainage are available.
- it must be near to the source of feeds and market.
- locate a part of the backyard where the other people will not
be disturbed due to unpleasant odor and water pollution.

3. Factors to consider in Livestock and
Fish Raising
•Capital
- this is needed for the construction of housing for the animals,
fish cage, feeds, and other expenses for the maintenance of the
project.

4. Factors to consider in Livestock and
Fish Raising
•Existing laws and regulation
- these should be considered since some municipalities have
existing ordinances and related to putting up of animal projects.
- for legal purposes, the operator must abide with these laws
and regulations.

5. Swine Raising
• Pork is one of the meats consumed many of the Filipinos. This the
reason why among livestock growers, swine raising is the most
popular.
• Pigs are easy to raise because they are not difficult to feed. They
can eat any food such as kitchen leftovers, rejected vegetables,
camote, cassava, gabi, and even banana trunks. They also just
require simple housing.

6. Some Pointers in Swine Raising
1. Start with a healthy stock.
2. Provide a comfortable housing for pigs.
3. Feed the pigs with a well-balanced ration.
a. Ad libitum feeding – the animals are given unlimited food

7. b. Restricted feeding – gives feeds to animals according o age
and weight.
b.1. Hog Starter – for pigs 15-30 kilos and are 2-3 months old
b.2. Hog Grower – for pigs 30-60 kilos and are 4-5 months old
b.3. Hog Finisher – for 60 kilos and above and are aged 6
months and above.
c. Combination – uses ad libitum feeding up to 60 kilos weight
pigs, then restrict diet is applied until the pig is ready for sale.
Some Pointers in Swine Raising

8. Some Pointers in Swine Raising
4. Potable drinking water must always be available.
5. Maintain level of hygiene and sanitary practices both for
pigs and pens.
6. For sound swine health program, consult a veterinarian or
swine specialist whenever needed.
7. Keep records and accounts regarding the swine project.