This year we are raising large blacks and they spent their entire life on pasture, digging up root, bugs, and wallowing in mud puddles. We feed them an organic hog grower from Pete’s feed in Armstrong, and their diet is supplemented with pasture and fresh goats milk (which they adore). Animal welfare is important to us – our pigs raised on pasture are allowed to practice natural pig behaviours like rooting and wallowing. They receive no medications here – just fresh grass, clean water, and organic feed.
How does it work?
- Pigs are available to order as a whole or half pig. A whole pig will provide you about 120 lbs of meat in various cuts, perfect for a family of 4 for a year.
- Cost is $8.75/lb charged based on the hanging weight, plus butcher fees ($0.99/lb) and additional fees for sausages or cured meats (hams or bacon)
- Ready for pickup in October.
- You will work directly with the butcher to select the type of cuts you would like. A variety of sausage packages are also available for an additional fee.
- Organ meat (heart, liver, kidney), bones, and feet available – please be sure to request.
Example of Pricing
- The pigs at time of slaughter will weigh approximately 250-300 lbs. Hanging weight is the weight after internal organs and head have been removed, about 70% of the live weight (180-210 lbs).
- Cost is $8.75/lb (includes slaughter and transport to butcher). Butcher fees are $150-$180.
Interested in ordering a half or whole pig? Please submit your information and we will contact you with more details.
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