Swine Facilities

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Swine Facilities

• Original by Franklin County Pig Camp
• Modified by Georgia Agriculture Education
  Curriculum Office
• June 2007

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Considerations

• Size
• Materials
• Location
• Features

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Size

• A minimum of 60 square foot per pig. This is only
  for feeding and living quarters. More room is
  needed for exercise and practice areas.
• At least 24 square foot of shade is needed per
  pig for protection from the sun and cold.

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Water

• Cool, clean water at all times. Large troughs or
  Nipple/Cup/Automatic waterers.
• 50 pound hog needs 1 gallon per day
• 100 pound needs 1-1.5 g/d
• 150 pound needs 1.5-2.0 g/d
• 200 pound needs 2.0-2.5 g/d
• 250 pound needs 2.5-3.0 g/d

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Floor Materials

• Concrete floor-need shavings or sand placed on it
  and cleaned on a regular basis to prevent foot
  and leg injury. Needs to slope at least 3 to
  allow for drainage. Light broom finish so that
  pigs can grip the floor.
• Sand or soil- needs to drain well, mud can cause
  foot and leg problems as well.
• Wood- needs to have wire or some type of covering
  to prevent sliding- leg problems.

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Walls

• Hog panel- heavy gauge metal panels that are
  flexible yet strong. Can be attached to wood or
  metal posts.
• Wood- 2x6 or larger pressure treated or oak.
  Leave 3 to 4 gap for air flow.
• Cattle fencing- woven wire works well but must be
  installed correctly.
• Use barb wire at ground level only- this prevents
  predators and discourages digging by pigs.

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Location

• Location of the facilities in regard to zoning in
  the county
• Sufficient land to provide for future expansion
• Waste disposal
• Prevailing winds in relation to housing by the
  owner as well as potential neighbors

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Location

• Upslope or valley?
• Near water source- creek of well
• Ability to load and unload in any weather

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Additional Features

• Fans- great for summer
• Drip or Foggers
• Self-feeders- show pigs require one hole per
  animal
• Loading ramp/weighing area
• Practice arena

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Most important tip!
1st

• Have the facilities ready before the pig arrives!
• Have a great show season!