Landrace Pig

Landrace Pig – Complete Description

About Landrace Pig
Landrace Pig is one of the world’s most popular commercial pig breeds, originally developed in
Denmark. It is known for its long body, excellent fertility, large litter size, strong mothering ability,
and high-quality meat production.

Size & Lifespan
• Adult Boar Weight: 300–400 kg
• Adult Sow Weight: 220–320 kg
• Height: 90–110 cm
• Lifespan: 10–15 years
• Color: White

Food Habits (What Does It Eat?)
Landrace Pigs enjoy:
• Maize (Corn)
• Wheat Bran
• Rice Bran
• Soybean Meal
• Green Fodder
• Vegetables
• Fruits (limited quantity)
• Commercial Pig Feed
• Fish Meal
• Mineral Mixture
• Fresh Clean Water

Water Requirement
Fresh clean drinking water should always be available.

Foods to Avoid
Do NOT feed:
• Moldy Feed
• Rotten Vegetables
• Plastic Materials
• Toxic Plants
• Spoiled Food Waste
• Excess Salt
• Dirty or Contaminated Water

Breeding Information
• Breeding Age: 7–8 months
• Best Breeding Age: 8–24 months
• Gestation Period: Approximately 114 days (3 months, 3 weeks, 3 days)
• Piglets Per Birth: Usually 10–14 piglets
• Weaning Age: 4–8 weeks

Piglet Care
• Piglets should receive colostrum immediately after birth.
• Keep piglets warm and dry.
• Provide clean bedding.
• Follow vaccination and deworming schedules.
• Ensure balanced nutrition for healthy growth.

Housing & Maintenance
Shelter Requirements
• Clean and dry pig shed
• Good ventilation
• Protection from rain and heat
• Proper drainage system
• Spacious pens for movement

Daily Care
• Fresh feed daily
• Clean drinking water
• Regular cleaning of pens
• Proper waste management
• Mineral and vitamin supplementation

Health Care
• Regular deworming
• Vaccination schedule
• Disease monitoring
• Veterinary health checkups
• Hygienic environment

Special Features
• Excellent fertility
• Large litter size
• Strong mothering ability
• Fast growth rate
• High-quality meat production
• Popular commercial pig breed

Contact Information
Sri Krishna Poultry Farm
7795553935
9741235052