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Pig Feed Formulation

The document provides detailed pig feed formulations for different stages, including Growers, Breeders, and Lactating Sows, with specified target crude protein levels and ingredient percentages. It also includes a cost-effective farm-based feed alternative using locally available materials and feeding guidelines per pig type. Additionally, it offers cost optimization tips to enhance feed affordability while ensuring nutritional balance.

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Pig Feed Formulation

The document provides detailed pig feed formulations for different stages, including Growers, Breeders, and Lactating Sows, with specified target crude protein levels and ingredient percentages. It also includes a cost-effective farm-based feed alternative using locally available materials and feeding guidelines per pig type. Additionally, it offers cost optimization tips to enhance feed affordability while ensuring nutritional balance.

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PIG FEED FORMULATION FOR VILLAGE PRIME PIGGERY

1. Commercial Feed Formulation (Growers & Breeders)

This is a mix of ingredients commonly used to make your own commercial-style feed instead of buying pre-
made feeds.

A. Grower Feed (3–6 months old pigs)

Target Crude Protein (CP): 16–18%

Ingredient Percentage (% ) Quantity (per 100 kg)


Maize/Cassava 40% 40 kg
Wheat/Maize Bran 25% 25 kg
Soybean Meal 12% 12 kg
Fish Meal/Omena 10% 10 kg
Sunflower Cake 7% 7 kg
Limestone 3% 3 kg
Premix (Vitamins & Minerals) 2% 2 kg
Salt 1% 1 kg

B. Sow & Weaner Feed (Breeding Gilts & Pregnant Sows)

Target Crude Protein (CP): 14–16%

Ingredient Percentage (% ) Quantity (per 100 kg)


Maize/Cassava 35% 35 kg
Wheat/Maize Bran 30% 30 kg
Sunflower Cake 10% 10 kg
Fish Meal/Omena 8% 8 kg
Soybean Meal 7% 7 kg
Limestone 5% 5 kg
Premix 3% 3 kg
Salt 2% 2 kg

C. Lactating Sow Feed (After Farrowing)

Target Crude Protein (CP): 15–18%

Ingredient Percentage (% ) Quantity (per 100 kg)


Maize/Cassava 35% 35 kg
Wheat/Maize Bran 30% 30 kg
Fish Meal/Omena 12% 12 kg
Sunflower Cake 8% 8 kg
Soybean Meal 8% 8 kg
Limestone 5% 5 kg
Premix 1% 1 kg
Salt 1% 1 kg
2. Farm-Based Feed Formulation

This is a lower-cost alternative using locally available materials.

Ingredient Growers (% ) Breeders (% ) Lactating Sows (% )


Maize Bran 40% 35% 30%
Sweet Potato Vines (Dried) 15% 10% 10%
Cassava (Fermented, Dried) 15% 20% 20%
Brewer’s Yeast 5% 5% 5%
Fish Meal/Omena 10% 10% 15%
Sunflower Cake 10% 10% 10%
Vegetable Waste 5% 7% 8%

Optional Supplements: Add egg shells, limestone, or bone meal for calcium.

Feeding Guidelines (Per Pig, Per Day)

Pig Type Commercial Feed (kg) Farm-Based Feed (kg)


Growers (3-6 months) 2–2.5 kg 3–4 kg
Breeding Gilts 2.5–3 kg 4–5 kg
Pregnant Sows 3–4 kg 4–6 kg
Lactating Sows 4 kg + 0.5 kg/piglet 5–7 kg

Cost Optimization Tips

 Buy maize bran & omena in bulk to save money.


 Grow sweet potatoes & cassava to cut feed costs.
 Ferment cassava properly to remove toxins before feeding.
 Dry & store sweet potato vines for use during dry seasons.

This feeding plan balances nutrition while keeping costs low, ensuring healthy growth and breeding success.

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