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Archive of entries posted on February 2017

Moving pigs can be fun sometimes

Posted by Richard on 27 February 2017, 6:14 am

Last weekend I decided it was time to move the latest litter out to the woods. It’s handy for us having them in a shed near the house but in the end these are outdoor animals. I’m sure I could sense a huge sigh of relief from Sissy when she realised what was happening. Not …

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For sale: Tamworth weaners

Posted by Richard on 10 February 2017, 6:46 pm

We have 4 Tamworth piglets (castrated males) available for sale out of the most recent litter . The mother – Sissy – is a registered pedigree sow, very good-natured and calm around people. Sow and her litter can be seen if required. The Tamworth is good hardy stock and ours happily live outside in woodland …

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