Stories from our diversified farm in Central Vermont
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Piglet Update
We have 11 happy piglets from 2 litters (Fife Nov 9 & Madison Nov 22). Most notable characteristics -- their rapid growth and fast speed. They all are getting to be quite substantial. No more worries about them being too cold as they are growing well, have moved into the hoop house, and now sleep in an 11 piglet pile. When the run and play, they are fast. They also love to dig in the dirt, wrestle with each other, and imitate the sows. Overall, they bring much joy. Here are some photos and videos for the curious.
The time for eating is not yet. First they get a good life.
Keeping track of them -- good question! Fortunately, they want to stick close to their mama pig and they have already learned to respect electric fence. They know where the warm spots are to sleep and they find Madison and Fife for milk!
Welcome to the Green Mountain Girls Farm! In the heart of Central Vermont, we are raising healthy (organic & sustainable), happy (free range and loved) animals and vegetables. In addition to raising tasty, organic food, we provide a wonderful respite for visitors. Our Barn Guesthouse is now open so you can experience a bit of farm life, or just relax and have fun on our trails and in the pond.
We look forward to welcoming you in person, until then we hope you enjoy our farm over the wires. - Laura Olsen & Mari Omland Green Mountain Girls Farm
I think they're darling (too cute to eat)
ReplyDeletehow do you keep track of them all
ReplyDeleteThe time for eating is not yet. First they get a good life.
ReplyDeleteKeeping track of them -- good question! Fortunately, they want to stick close to their mama pig and they have already learned to respect electric fence. They know where the warm spots are to sleep and they find Madison and Fife for milk!