So if you’re considering raising feeder pigs up to butcher weight here are some items to consider. Raising them during the summer allows less feed energy to be devoted to staying warm resulting in higher weight gain feed efficiency, just remember to provide a wallow. Bury the bottom of your pen fencing, a loose wiener pig is likely impossible to catch. Ferment your feed in a covered five gallon bucket for seven days, not only do drunk pigs enjoy life much more, the fat profile will be healthier for you! Consider that 250 pounds is the industry efficiency point for optimized feed input, but an older fatter gilt or barrow will have spectacular marbling, and offer a more tender and tasty eating experience at a small cost margin. Render your own pig fat, and have the best frying experiences on the planet! #homestead #homesteading #swine #pork #pigs