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HOUSING PIH-22 pork industry handbook COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE • PURDUE UNIVERSITY • WEST LAFAYETTE, INDIANA Combining Swine Housing Units into a System of Buildings Authors A. J. Muehling, University of Illinois H. A. Hughes, Virginia Polytechnic Institute H. W. Jones, Purdue University Reviewers Daryl W. Haerther, Strasburg, Colorado Loren L. Losh, Strasburg, Colorado Russ Jeckel, Delavan, Illinois Orville Chamberlain, Urbana, Indiana The advent of the specialized commercial pork producer has caused many changes in the typical swine production setup. Compared to old grain storage structures, low-cost lean-to structures, or portable units which were common in the past, the facilities of a commercial swine producer in confinement today are likely to resemble a pork production “factory.” The size and other characteristics of the “factories” vary, but the typical unit is complete, including farrowing through finishing, feed processing, and waste handling. Most of the animals, which may include breeding stock, are kept in confinement. Capacities, in number of hogs finished per year, are highly variable. A unit of this type requires a large financial investment. Careful planning is essential when considering the initial setup and possible future changes and expansion to ensure that the system operates profitably and with a minimum of problems. System Planning The first principle of planning is to consider the whole system, not just one part at a time. As you plan a system, keep in mind the expansion planned 5-10 years ahead or longer. Consider the flow patterns of three major products—feed, pigs, and waste. Handle each with a minimum of labor and expense, but bear in mind that the building system must provide optimal environmental conditions for efficient pig growth and operators' comfort. Site Selection Proper choice of a site for your setup will not in itself ensure a successful operation. However, if you choose a poor location, you may be saddled with serious problems for a long time. Some factors to consider are: Prevailing Wind Direction Locate downwind from your residence and any neighboring residence to minimize potential odor problems from your operation. When possible, choose a location which protects the facilities from cold winter winds and snow accumulations. Access to Roads Feed and hogs must be moved at all times of the year. An all-weather road for trucks delivering feed and marketing hogs is essential to connect your setup to the public road system. Access to Power and Water Check the installation cost if you consider locating at a spot where electricity is not presently available. Many power companies charge for running a line to your new buildings. If possible, use a location where power is already available. If a high electricity demand is anticipated, check the availability of 3-phase power. Consider standby generating equipment with proper switching to disconnect from utility company source. Warning devices or an alarm system to indicate loss of power should also be considered. Determine your total daily water requirements. A guideline for daily requirement is twice the weight of feed consumed plus wastage. Your source should be able to supply some reserve for peak demands and for future expansion. If you cannot provide enough water, choose another location or scale down the proposed facility. Existing Facilities Evaluate existing facilities carefully. Use them only if they are located properly, are in good condition, and fit your system plans. Frequently, producers lock themselves into a location because of an existing building, even if it is in a poor location or is otherwise unsuitable. Eventually, a large complex could be situated in an unsatisfactory location. Drainage Surface and sub-surface drainage is necessary for all buildings. There is no reason to locate in a low area that can result in wet conditions in and around the buildings. Construct the building above ground level and Coooerative Extension Work in Agriculture and Home Economics. State of Indiana. Purdue University and U. S. Department of Agriculture Cooperating, H. G. Diesslin, Director, West Lafayette, Ind. Issued in furtherance of the Acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914. It is the policy of the Cooperative Extension Service of Purdue University that all persons shall have equal opportunity and access to its programs and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex or national origin.
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Title | Extension Pork Industry Handbook, no. 022 (no date) |
Title of Issue | Combining swine housing units into a system of buildings |
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Collection Title | Extension Pork Industry Handbook (Purdue University. Agricultural Extension Service) |
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Title | Page 001 |
Genre | Periodical |
Collection Title | Extension Pork Industry Handbook (Purdue University. Agricultural Extension Service) |
Rights Statement | Copyright Purdue University. All rights reserved. |
Coverage | United States – Indiana |
Type | text |
Format | JP2 |
Language | eng |
Transcript | HOUSING PIH-22 pork industry handbook COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE • PURDUE UNIVERSITY • WEST LAFAYETTE, INDIANA Combining Swine Housing Units into a System of Buildings Authors A. J. Muehling, University of Illinois H. A. Hughes, Virginia Polytechnic Institute H. W. Jones, Purdue University Reviewers Daryl W. Haerther, Strasburg, Colorado Loren L. Losh, Strasburg, Colorado Russ Jeckel, Delavan, Illinois Orville Chamberlain, Urbana, Indiana The advent of the specialized commercial pork producer has caused many changes in the typical swine production setup. Compared to old grain storage structures, low-cost lean-to structures, or portable units which were common in the past, the facilities of a commercial swine producer in confinement today are likely to resemble a pork production “factory.” The size and other characteristics of the “factories” vary, but the typical unit is complete, including farrowing through finishing, feed processing, and waste handling. Most of the animals, which may include breeding stock, are kept in confinement. Capacities, in number of hogs finished per year, are highly variable. A unit of this type requires a large financial investment. Careful planning is essential when considering the initial setup and possible future changes and expansion to ensure that the system operates profitably and with a minimum of problems. System Planning The first principle of planning is to consider the whole system, not just one part at a time. As you plan a system, keep in mind the expansion planned 5-10 years ahead or longer. Consider the flow patterns of three major products—feed, pigs, and waste. Handle each with a minimum of labor and expense, but bear in mind that the building system must provide optimal environmental conditions for efficient pig growth and operators' comfort. Site Selection Proper choice of a site for your setup will not in itself ensure a successful operation. However, if you choose a poor location, you may be saddled with serious problems for a long time. Some factors to consider are: Prevailing Wind Direction Locate downwind from your residence and any neighboring residence to minimize potential odor problems from your operation. When possible, choose a location which protects the facilities from cold winter winds and snow accumulations. Access to Roads Feed and hogs must be moved at all times of the year. An all-weather road for trucks delivering feed and marketing hogs is essential to connect your setup to the public road system. Access to Power and Water Check the installation cost if you consider locating at a spot where electricity is not presently available. Many power companies charge for running a line to your new buildings. If possible, use a location where power is already available. If a high electricity demand is anticipated, check the availability of 3-phase power. Consider standby generating equipment with proper switching to disconnect from utility company source. Warning devices or an alarm system to indicate loss of power should also be considered. Determine your total daily water requirements. A guideline for daily requirement is twice the weight of feed consumed plus wastage. Your source should be able to supply some reserve for peak demands and for future expansion. If you cannot provide enough water, choose another location or scale down the proposed facility. Existing Facilities Evaluate existing facilities carefully. Use them only if they are located properly, are in good condition, and fit your system plans. Frequently, producers lock themselves into a location because of an existing building, even if it is in a poor location or is otherwise unsuitable. Eventually, a large complex could be situated in an unsatisfactory location. Drainage Surface and sub-surface drainage is necessary for all buildings. There is no reason to locate in a low area that can result in wet conditions in and around the buildings. Construct the building above ground level and Coooerative Extension Work in Agriculture and Home Economics. State of Indiana. Purdue University and U. S. Department of Agriculture Cooperating, H. G. Diesslin, Director, West Lafayette, Ind. Issued in furtherance of the Acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914. It is the policy of the Cooperative Extension Service of Purdue University that all persons shall have equal opportunity and access to its programs and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex or national origin. |
Repository | Purdue University Libraries |
Digitization Information | Original scanned at 400 ppi on a BookEye 3 scanner using Opus software. Display images generated in Contentdm as JP2000s; file format for archival copy is uncompressed TIF format. |
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