A hog farmer from Friend, Neb., explains why sows are housed individually and how that individual care benefits the animals, helps maintain herd health and ultimately provides quality pork.
@teanna1980 the reason for the stalls is to keep the sows safe and also, the demand for pork products is very high, there ismply isnt enough land to hold all the sows
Have animals changed their ways since the days of the old farmer who let his stock out in his field.? My Grandmothers sons werecommercial farmers and their stock were not housed in buildings.This looks good way for the farmer but not a great way for the animal. If farmers can't take care of their animals in the field anymore why don't they cut down on stock and let other farmers have some of the raising. I am only asking because I and many others would like to know.
@teanna1980 the reason for the stalls is to keep the sows safe and also, the demand for pork products is very high, there ismply isnt enough land to hold all the sows
herewefly 9 months ago
Have animals changed their ways since the days of the old farmer who let his stock out in his field.? My Grandmothers sons werecommercial farmers and their stock were not housed in buildings.This looks good way for the farmer but not a great way for the animal. If farmers can't take care of their animals in the field anymore why don't they cut down on stock and let other farmers have some of the raising. I am only asking because I and many others would like to know.
teanna1980 1 year ago
great video. thanks for sharing
fosterdairy 2 years ago