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Last updated 24th June 2005 by Bree
Nutritional Needs of Porcines
Water
Clean, fresh water must always be available to procines. Porcines need lots of water, but they tend to dirty their water so it is not recommended having a large water container. A thick, pliable container is best. If porcines constantly spill their water, build a wooden frame around the container and stake it into the ground.
Feed
The following formula is recommended for mixing porcine feed: 3 parts corn; 3 parts oats; and 1 part soymeal. Young porciness (up to 6 months) should have a feed with more protein -- add 1 part more soymeal. Porcines, particularly young ones, like moist food so the grain mixture may be moistened with milk.
A lush, grassy pasture will provide procines with all of their green needs. However, since porcines have the wonderful habit of "rooting" (digging up pasture), it may be wiser to supplement (and save your pasture) by giving porcines hay.
Treats and leftovers are always a favorite for porcines. However, to ensure a properly balanced diet, it is not recommended using leftovers as the main food source.
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Clean, fresh water must always be available to procines. Porcines need lots of water, but they tend to dirty their water so it is not recommended having a large water container. A thick, pliable container is best. If porcines constantly spill their water, build a wooden frame around the container and stake it into the ground.
Feed
The following formula is recommended for mixing porcine feed: 3 parts corn; 3 parts oats; and 1 part soymeal. Young porciness (up to 6 months) should have a feed with more protein -- add 1 part more soymeal. Porcines, particularly young ones, like moist food so the grain mixture may be moistened with milk.
A lush, grassy pasture will provide procines with all of their green needs. However, since porcines have the wonderful habit of "rooting" (digging up pasture), it may be wiser to supplement (and save your pasture) by giving porcines hay.
Treats and leftovers are always a favorite for porcines. However, to ensure a properly balanced diet, it is not recommended using leftovers as the main food source.
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