Good day, i was reading some of these topics, however i cant speak tagalog. i'm wondering if someone could explain some general information on investing into a swine (farrow to finish type) operation. im planning on buying land and setting up some hog projects over there, my wife is from there which allows me to venture with this kind of thing, it would be great to connect with some individuals that have similiar interests. a few questions i have.. what is the estimated number for feed costs for a weanling pig to finish?? wages for working staff etc etc. we plan on pursuing this venture in bicol. thnkx!

Thanks sir, seems like the husbandry and marketing trends are very similair to north america.  my wife is from there and i would really like to invest in some land near her place in the bicol region. i have been there several times and really enjoyed myself. i know i am unaware of many things in the philippines, but i do think there is a lot of potential, as this climate suits outdoor operations , and raising hogs seems like a great business.
in canada, our hogs are confined all year and most operations are under some form of bio security to even enter a facility. i really support the outdoor, holistic approach but in canada our winters are way to cold for such ventures other than cattle, grain fed finishing feedlots.
in the philippines when a producer sells a live 85 pig, what is a realistic cost for the feed expenses. what sort of feeds are given , a total mixed ration in the form of premixed grain/mineral?  is growing corn and some form of protein supplement such as soybeans possible? what is the common feed source for these animals? i have seen some operations there. with concrete floors and cages with a shed covering, used as a farrowing barn, i love that concept. any more info??

hi, can someone briefly explain the farm gate prices per kilo in the phils? sorry just a new filipino here, i;m a rancher from canada and i want to invest in a hog venture in phils. we base our live weight pricing per hundred weight and in pounds (lbs)here. i am aware of the peso.  any information about hogs in phils would help