This post is long overdue. That is because I have been in Texas on National Guard orders for the last two weeks and it was a very busy course. Early mornings, late nights, long days of computer work. Boring! This all took place at the end of May. Remember, Gertrude was bred on the 8th… Continue reading Sick Pig
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Pig breeding
Gertrude mounted, May 8, 2026. If she takes, she should farrow around Sep 1.
Boyfriend for Gertrude
Gertrude and big pig are officially moved in together as of May 4. He continues to be very interested in her So far, she is showing no interest in him.
A Boyfriend for Gertrude
Our Meishan gilt, Gertrude, has been lonely since the rest of her herd left for a better place. She has also been getting very vocal about every 18 days or so. So we went on Craigslist and found an IPP boar for her. (That's a whole saga in itself). But first, we had to fix… Continue reading A Boyfriend for Gertrude