When they went to slaughter in March I put on the forum all the information we got back from Millers of Speyside. But if a high-quality pasture is not available, whether it be due to a drought or just not enough grass to feed a hungry adult pig, pot-bellied pig pellets and grass pellets can be used to supplement the diet. Well our dear KuneKunes prefer a variety of foods as well. As pasture quality varies, however, it is normal to supplement their diet when pasture is in short supply. Kunekune Breeding Boars usually start to become fertile at about 8 months of age, although they don’t become fully fertile until about 12 months of age, and don’t develop the full secondary boar characteristics (thick shield over the shoulders and tusks starting to grow longer) until about 18 months of age. Fruites and Veggies as available There are nutrional changes in the winter versus the summer months. Boars . They are fairly new to America, mostly on the East coast. Winter / Fall Feeding. by kunekune2017 » Sun May 21, 2017 6:30 pm 0 Replies 4012 Views Last post by kunekune2017 Sun May 21, 2017 6:30 pm why no meat/eggs? Too much feed does not result in more meat. Kunekune (pronounced cooney cooney) pigs are a small breed of domestic pig that originated from New Zealand. KUNEKUNE PIGS. Pregnant Sows (now taking deposits on their upcoming litters) Their pork is very tender and juicy with dark rich red color. The main commercial pellet rations vary from 12 to 16.5% protein, but not all contain the essential vitamins and amino acids of a nutritionally complete food. grass pellets and water in to a hot mash can be given. Spring / Summer . Therefore, we do give our pigs grain. I've been looking on what's safe fresh wise. It has a large head and elongated snout with a round disc-like nose. Feeding should be done VERY carefully as piglets can aspirate milk and quickly die from pneumonia. The sows can be bred twice in a year. They are the only true grazing pig and can be maintained with grass alone without supplementary feeding. They … Homemaking; Homemaking Skill Sets Classes; Homeschooling ; Homesteading; 0 Items. Kunekunes should be provided with approximately 1-2% of their body weight in pelleted feed alongside free access to … Over the following years, we would try three more breeds of pig, and each time be left feeling the same way: “I’d so much rather buy my pork than raise it!” And then we heard about Kunekunes. Fruites and Veggies as available. or so. I have KuneKune pigs Twice a day - I feed mine alfalfa hay. Depending on the quality and quantity of pasture available you may need to supplement. Kunekune are hairy, with a rotund build and may have wattles hanging from their lower jaws. I found that our piglets developed and matured better on Blue Seal Pig and Sow. Feeding. They are sweet, docile, affectionate, small-size pig. Diet is extremely important, so please follow feeding guidelines. Boars usually start to become fertile at about 8 months of age, although they don’t become fully fertile until about 12 months of age, and don’t develop the full secondary boar characteristics (thick shield over the shoulders and tusks starting to grow longer) until about 18 months of age. They are experts at convincing you they are starving and must have more feed even if they were only fed 5 minutes beforehand. Kunekune pigs are a rare but very special and exciting heritage breed. be supplemented with apples. Well as you know by visitng my sites, I have a rather large herd. So important that as my herd grew we purchased another farm so that we could provide our pigs with more grazing. I feed Blue Seal Pig and Sow but I will sub out with Purina Nature's Match occasionally. The piglets can be “pregnant” at about 5 months of age. It does no good for any pig to be overfed, but if you are rearing for meat the feed you choose will have more impact on the results. Achetez et téléchargez ebook Kunekune Pig: The Ultimate Guide On All You Need To Know Kunekune Pig Training, Housing, Feeding And Diet (English Edition): Boutique Kindle - Reptiles & Amphibians : … They are the only true grazing pig, and can be maintained with mostly grass with a little supplementary feeding. However, they only get about two cups twice a day. I add enough of this liquid to make the pellets mashed potato consistency. Cheaper to keep — Grass is the KuneKune’s main food and because of their upturned snouts they don’t root. Since they were adopted and developed by the Maori people, it is also known as the “Maori Pig”. Can Kunekunes live in my house? pigs in that they do not need high levels of protein. How would you feel eating sprouts every day…day in and out? So we feed hydroponic barley fodder which the pigs love and is great nutritionally speaking as well as economically. 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