Rearing Requirements & Growth Stages:

• Breeds: Large White, Landrace, Duroc.
• Growth Stages:
• Piglet Stage (0–2 months): Milk feeding.
• Weaning Stage (2–3 months): Introduce solid feeds.
• Growing Stage (3–6 months): Focus on weight gain.
• Finishing Stage (6+ months): Ready for market.

Best Practices:

• Housing: Well-ventilated pigsties with proper drainage.
• Feeding: Balanced rations with adequate protein.
• Health Management: Regular vaccinations and biosecurity measures.

Suitable Locations:

• Areas with access to feed resources, such as peri-urban regions around Harare and Bulawayo.

Pastures & Feed:

• Feeds: Commercial pig feeds, kitchen waste (where permitted), and agricultural by-products.

Disease Management:

• Common Diseases: African Swine Fever, Foot and Mouth Disease.
• Control Measures: Strict biosecurity and vaccination programs.

Market Demand & Export Potential:

• High local demand for pork products. Export potential exists with improved disease control.

Profitability:

• High profitability with proper management and disease control.