Welcome Free Range Pig Farmers!
Free Range Pig Producers has identified a need
for support for all small scale pork producers, Australia's smallholders make up around 70% of the total pig
producers
in this country. The majority of these australian pig farmers
raise their pigs a
little differently to the commercial industry and sometimes help
can be
hard to find. Raising a small herd of pigs outdoors can also
present
unique challenges. Our aim is to make information easily
accessible,
understandable and targeted to owners of small pig herds. We
provide
a forum for exchange of ideas and experiences and a place where
you can
ask for guidance and help from other aussie pig farmers. General membership is free.
Memberships hit 500!
Being part of this organization gives you a voice in your industry.
Whether you already own pigs or are contemplating a new venture,
you are welcome to join.
New Zealand members welcome
Certification for True Free Range Farms
Do you have reason to believe that
a free range pork product you have purchased or seen for sale is not
the genuine article?
We would like to hear about it. Please
email your concerns to admin.apf@bigpond.comOr contact the ACCC. This link will explain what your rights are. 
Free
Range Pig Farming - Starting Out
by Lee McCosker
An invaluable resource for anyone contemplating free
range pig production or just starting out. Answers
to common questions like, how much
does a pig eat?, what sort of fencing for do I need for free range
pigs?, how long does it take to grow a pig to market size? when will my
sow
farrow? and many more.
If you want to know how it is done and give
your free range pig farm a head start, this book is a must have.This self
published booklet tells you everything you need to know about starting
out in free range
pig farming. Lee McCosker, owner of Melanda Park Free Range, shares
with you tips on how to set up systems and work harmoniously with your
pigs. This introductory level book covers Feeding,
Farrowing, Weaning, Herding, Water, Fencing, Animal Health, Stocking
Rates, Pasture
Based Production, Hutches, Environmental Issues, Breeds,
Selling, Production, Record Keeping, The Code of Practice and much
more. This booklet is
written from experience and will help guide you on your journey to
becoming a successful free range pig farmer. Learn more ...
Available also as E-Book option for instant
download.
Order
Here
Book & Membership Package also
available
Some levels of membership will give you access to
similar articles as well as updates as they become available, along with
member forums and newsletters that will keep you up to date.