BREEDING PIGS FOR DRIED MEAT PRODUCTS
Our business idea involves breeding the Slovenian autochthonous breed of pigs for dried meat products. The breeding of the Slovenian autochthonous pigs decreased significantly in the last century. Hopefully, it is getting more and more popular these days also due to the tasty meat which contains omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Customers also appreciate pork and dried meat products made at home. The Slovenian autochthonous breed of pigs is suitable for extensive breeding. Pigs are kept on fresh grass. They can adjust to different outdoor conditions. Moreover, they are resistant to most of the diseases affecting pigs. Females have a good maternal instinct. Slovenian farmers choose a kinder method of farming - free range. Free-range pigs are not common in Primorska. Firstly, there are less big pig farms. Secondly, farmers choose to raise pigs for themselves. We have been breeding pigs on our farm for a very long time, but we have never had the Slovenian autochthonous breed of ...