Butchering gilts that are in heat

Discussion in 'Pigs' started by T. glade, Oct 29, 2004.

  1. Oct 29, 2004 #1
    T. glade

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    Is there anything wrong with butchering a six month old gilt that has came into heat? ( like a taint to the meat or anything like that).
    Thanks
     
    T. glade, Oct 29, 2004
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  3. Oct 29, 2004 #2
    GeorgeK

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    Wont affect the muscle meat, but if you put the gynecologic organs into sausage it might
     
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  5. Oct 29, 2004 #3
    BobK

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    I typically raise only gilts since they are a little easier on my pens and each other where and while I raise them. Occasionally a gilt will be in heat when butcher time comes around and we don't hestitate to proceed. Haven't been able to tell the difference in meat quality whatsoever.
     
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  6. Oct 29, 2004 #4
    Tango

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    I agree w/ George and Bob. I butchered a gilt last year before I noticed she was in heat. No difference in taste that we noticed.
     
    Tango, Oct 29, 2004
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  7. Oct 29, 2004 #5
    T. Glade

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    Thanks for the quick reply. Sounds like I have nothing to worry about then. Thanks again.


    P.S. I have about 7 left that are not spoken for and will be ready to butcher pretty quick. If anybody is Interested let me know. I have'nt advertised them yet so all my friends and family could get one that wanted one so the last 7 probly won't last long. I am in south Missouri, in ozark county.
    Thanks.
     
    T. Glade, Oct 29, 2004
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