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The Pig Industry Board of Zimbabwe is dedicated to promoting and developing Zimbabwe's pig industry through research, training, and extension services since 1960.

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Frequently Asked
Questions About PIB

Pig Production

  • 1. How do I start a pig production business?
    There is need to get the basic information first before making any investment in the business so that one is able to start on the right footing. The information will include housing, breeds and breeding, feed costs, and marketing. Pig Industry Board has a technical department which can be contacted for information.
  • 2. What breed of pigs is best for Zimbabwean conditions?
    For commercial production, exotic breeds, namely Large White, Landrace, Durocs and their crosses can be used. These breeds perform best where adequate feed is provided. Each breed has its unique characteristics which makes it suitable and by cross breeding, advantage of hybrid vigor is realized. Mukota, an indigenous breed can be used in non-commercial production where efficiency is not an issue as the breed produced small litter sizes and has slow growth. It survives better in harsh conditions, like during feed shortages.
  • 3. How do I measure performance in a piggery?
    This is determined by the number of pigs sold per one breeding female per year. Parameters measured are number of pigs born alive per litter, number of farrowings per year, number raised to market per year. Work with a target of 20-24 pigs sold per sow per year.
  • 4. How do I prevent African Swine Fever (ASF)?
    Need to fence area and practice strict biosecurity as specified by the Directory of Veterinary Services (DVS) under the ASF regulations.
  • 5. How can I improve growth rates and feed efficiency?
    A number of factors come into play regarding improving growth rates and feed efficiency which are breed, feed quantity and quality, housing, stocking density, water, ideal environmental temperature, proper health management to reduce disease incidence, avoid inbreeding, reduce feed wastage.
  • 6. Does PIB sell breeding stock?
    Yes, boars and gilts. Check instore for finer details. Contact us for availability and booking requirements.

Services Offered

  • 7. What services does PIB provide?
    Research, Training, Extension on station and on farm, supply of breeding stock.
  • 8. Who can access PIB services?
    Any one who needs information on pig production. Whether aspiring farmer, one in production already or anyone who is interested in knowing more about the pig industry in Zimbabwe.
  • 9. Are PIB services free?
    Most services are free. Get finer details under services offered.

Products

  • 10. Does PIB sell pork products directly to the public?
    Yes. As listed under abattoir.
  • 11. Why does a headless and trotterless carcass cost more per kg than a full carcass?
    Head and trotters are priced at a lower price than the remaining premium cuts of ribs, chops etc.
  • 12. Can farmers use PIB slaughter facilities?
    Yes. On a limited scale. Bookings need to be made. The Abattoir is only at Arcturus station.
  • 13. How do I book slaughter services?
    Contact the Abattoir and Butchery Manager on 0772289156 or 0772890907.

Training

  • 14. Does PIB offer training for farmers?
    Yes. Different types of courses are offered.
  • 15. How often are training programmes conducted?
  • 16. Can organisations request customised training?
    Yes. Customised training can be requested and the technical departments handles such requests.

How to Engage PIB

  • 17. How do I contact PIB?
    Under contact us, you are directed to the right station as per your needs.
  • 18. Where are PIB stations located?
    Head Office in Acturus, along Cromlet Road, 25.5km peg along Harare- Mutoko rd.
    Bulawayo Station-Fairbridge, 15km along Bulawayo- Harare Road.
  • 19. Can I partner with PIB?
    Its possible to partner on research and training programmes.
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