The Best Pasture Pig Ever? Meet Our New Old-Line Durocs

Save 10% on my favorite work socks from Camel City Mill with Code: SHERATONPARKFARMS https://manly.link/sheraton-park-farm... Mr Carter -   / willtown.hug   Rocky Ridge Heritage Hogs - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... Davis American Duroc -   / americanduroc   Pig and Leaf -   / pigandleaf   Pigs are what started it all for us here at Sheraton Park Farms, and today we’re taking a massive leap forward in our breeding program. After months of research, we’ve finally brought home what we believe is "The Ultimate Pig"—old line Duroc gilts with the genetics to thrive in a regenerative system. Inside this Video: Closing the Loop: We talk about our original breeder pigs, their impact on the farm, and the decision to move them to the butcher as they reach their finished weight. Self-Sufficiency: A look at our two feeder barrows destined for on-farm processing—a vital part of our personal food security. The Main Event: Introducing our new Duroc gilts. We dive deep into why we chose this specific old-line breed. Conformation & Hardiness: Why these pigs are built for pasture. Mothering Instincts: Selecting for unassisted farrowing and larger, healthier liters. The Heritage: The story of the farm that preserved these traits and why genetics matter more than anything else in a pasture-based system. The Vision: At Sheraton Park Farms, we aren't just raising animals; we’re building a biological system that works. These Durocs represent the future of our pork program and our commitment to excellence in regenerative agriculture. #SheratonParkFarms #DurocPigs #RegenerativeFarming #PastureRaisedPork #HeritageBreeds #PigBreeding #Homesteading #FarmLife #sustainableagriculture Raising pigs on a small farm isn’t always simple… and sometimes it means making tough decisions. In today’s video at Sheraton Park Farms, we’re giving a full update on our pig operation—including a decision we didn’t take lightly. The original breeder pigs we brought home last fall have served their purpose, but we’ve decided to send them to the butcher when they reach finishing weight. We also talk about the feeder pigs we recently picked up and how we’re raising them for our own family’s food. But the real story—and the future of our pig operation—is in the two new Duroc gilts we’ve added to the farm. These pigs come from a carefully developed line known for: Strong maternal instincts Large, healthy litters Ability to farrow unassisted Thriving on pasture-based systems In many ways, these are the kind of pigs we’ve been working toward from the beginning. 👉 In this video: Why we’re changing our breeding plan What we learned from our first pigs How we raise feeder pigs for personal consumption What makes these Duroc gilts so special The future of our pig operation This is real farm life—learning, adjusting, and always trying to do better. If you’re interested in: Raising pigs Homesteading Regenerative farming Building a farm business Subscribe and follow along. Happy Farmer: https://www.happyfarmer.store/ Use Code "sheratonparkfarms" Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/SheratonPark Brooder Plans: https://www.patreon.com/posts/sherato... Stumphouse Farms Hatchery: https://www.stumphousefarms.com/?ref=... Consulting Services: https://www.sheratonparkfarms.com/far... ‪Amazon Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/3yRoENF Connect with us on social media: www.sheratonparkfarms.com www.facebook.com/sheratonparkfarms www.instagram.com/sheratonparkfarms Some links may be affiliate meaning we earn a commission from a purchase using the link