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Episode 91 - Is Castration Really Necessary?
Episode 91

Episode 91 - Is Castration Really Necessary?

Pastured Pig Podcast

September 27, 20221h 24m

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Show Notes

In this episode, Chuck Lewis (Sheraton Park Farms) and I discuss the topic of castration. Is it an archaic practice that needs to be outlawed? Does it still serve a purpose on the farm? How and when should you do it? We cover these questions and a whole lot more in this episode.

Document we reference:

https://www.avma.org/sites/default/files/resources/swine_castration_bgnd.pdf

 

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