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SMALLHOLDER SPECIAL: What do you need to know as a new pig keeper?

Keeping pigs, like any livestock, is a satisfying experience, but there are a number of things to consider before taking the plunge

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SMALLHOLDER SPECIAL: What do you need to know as a new pig keeper?

Keeping pigs, like any livestock, is a satisfying experience, but there are a number of things to consider before taking the plunge A grasp on the basics of pig husbandry, health and welfare, how to...

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