Building a feeder

1	Calculate: The number of pigs in the pen The type of feeding system – adlib or restricted Final weight of the pigs
2	Determine the length of feeder required. For examine for 10 pigs each @ 70kg on restricted feed- they require 3 metres
3	Place the feeder in the pen so that the pigs can be fed from outside the pen
4	Layout the position of the feeder on the ground
5	Ensure that the ground is level
6	Lay the bricks. For a 3 metre feeder 27 bricks will be required as shown
7		Concrete the feeder
8		Make a ramp at both ends to assist cleaning
		Cross-section of the feeder showing ramp at each end – not to scale
9		For the unit system the pigs will walk over the feed when entering or leaving the pen
10		Ensure the feeder is managed to maximize hygiene and minimize feed wastage. This is essential both to minimize cost, but just as important to reduce the risk of encouraging rodents and other vermin – including other pigs to your unit.