Housing System For Livestock
Housing System For Livestock
LIVESTOCK
(PIGGERY)
Write True if the statement is correct and False if is
wrong.
1.To avoid the problem of relocation, the swine raiser must
consider the zoning rules and regulations of the locality.
2.The site must be accessible to transportation facilities.
3.Piggeries must be located near residential houses to
minimize the problem of stealing. _____
44. The site should comply with local policies like-zoning
and environmental considerations.
5. Secure all required permits such as building,
environmental and other permits required by the
government before constructing.
6. Checking the availability and cost of feeds, water and
electricity is not important.
7. Ideal distance from other farms and neighbors is about
one kilometer.
8. If the environment is uncomfortable, the pig is subjected
to stress, making them prone to infection.
9. Pig houses must not be designed and constructed
properly for good health and well-being of the pigs to
obtain maximum performance and savings in labor costs.
10. In site selection, the possibility of expansion should
also be considered.
What are factors to consider in constructing a pig farm?
A. Site selection
1. Availability and accessibility of essential services such as
feed suppliers or stores, water and electricity sources.
2. The surroundings should be suitable for construction of
drainage and manure disposal, thus there should be ample
distance from neighbors and other farms. The site should
comply with local policies like-zoning and environmental
considerations.
3. The possibility of expansion should also be considered.
A. Zoning and Permits
Check out local zoning laws and regulations for a
proposed location. If it is zoned on another other man‘s
agricultural property, study the situation carefully before
building the pig pen or pig house.
C. Accessibility
Check the availability and cost of
feeds, water and electricity. Water source
should be able to supply for the peak
demands and for future expansion.
A. Distance from other farms
Ideal distance from other farms and neighbors is about
one kilometer. This will serve as a natural screen in the
prevention of diseases.
What are factors to consider
in planning farm buildings
a. Environmental control
b. Future expansion
c. Proper ventilation
d. Minimum labor requirement
e. Durability of building materials
f. Dryness
g. Sanitation
h. Rodent and Bird control
i. Safety
Write YES if the statement is correct and NO if is wrong.