News — small farmer

There's a new and exciting buzzword in the farming and food world. The Meishan pig. Recently released genetics (2016) have launched the Meishan into a viable option for the homestead farmer and foodies alike. Why is that? Let me list my top 3 reasons.  It's an exciting time for this unheard of breed. And I could still pinch myself that I get to be part of it's conservation efforts. But why? Why work so hard when other breeds are more well known? That can be summed up in 3 reasons for me.  1. There are very few times that we...