Pigs
Christmas hams start life in the piggy pen
Thursday, 24 November 2011
Many lifestyle farmers like to have a pig or two to produce pork or bacon for their own plate, and at this time of year Miss Piggy is likely to wind up on the festive table as Christmas ham. »
Pigs save Peter's bacon
Thursday, 24 November 2011
Long gone are the days when every dairy farmer kept pigs to turn any milk unsuitable for the vat into profitable pork or bacon. »
Short, fat, and adorable
Kunekune pigs are a popular choice with lifestyle farmers as pets.
Friday, 20 June 2008
In the late 1970's it was thought the Kunekune had almost disappeared from existence, however the dedication and commitment of people such as John Simister and Michael Willis has ensured that the breed is alive and forever growing in popularity. »
Glamour girls sing for supper
Friday, 20 June 2008
Philippa King found herself with Kunekunes by accident rather than design. “A property down the road asked if we wanted Marilyn – she was going to be killed.  We were told she was 14 and had bad arthritis so probably didn’t have much longer.” »