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	There are over 70 breeds of pig across the world, including 14 British pig breeds - plus many more cross breeds. If you are thinking of starting with pigs, have a look at our list ofPig Breeds to help you decide which breed would be best for you.
	Things to do on your smallholding this month! There are lots of useful seasonal tips on our website. Here are a few: Weaning - lambs should be weaned on to clean pasture as the stress of weaning can make them more susceptible to parasites. If your chickens are pecking their feathers, they may be harbouring some uninvited pests - see our Guide to Ectoparasites of Chickens Pigs are intelligent, playful animals - so provide them with safe toys: balls, skittles, traffic cones and pipes will all provide hours of fun!. There's still time to sow some crops from seeds: lettuce, spring cabbage, spinach, chicory, peas, French beans, carrots and more... Keep up with all your smallholding tasks with our comprehensive guides to sheep, chickens, pigsand the vegetable garden. Just click on an image below.
	Website Highlights Article of the Month Better Ewe Nutrition Part 2 - The Role of Supplementary Feeding Moredun Health Bulletin Human health issues (Zoonotic infections) associated with rearing cattle in the UK Green Farm Diary Filming on location with 'performance recorded' flocks NADIS Health Alert Cattle lungworm, Maedi Visna and webinars on cattle fertility Advice from World Horse Welfare Occupying a Stabled Horse Recipe of the Month Broad Bean & Feta Cheese Toasts
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