Hampshire Boar

Discussion in 'Pigs' started by Jennifer122102, Jun 3, 2004.

  1. Jun 3, 2004 #1
    Jennifer122102

    Jennifer122102 Active Member

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    Hi! I posted this in the Barter Board, but will put it here too. I am looking for a young registered Hampshire boar. I live in central MA. Am willing to drive a reasonable distance.

    Jennifer
     
    Jennifer122102, Jun 3, 2004
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  3. Jun 5, 2004 #2
    james dilley

    james dilley Well-Known Member Supporter

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    Have you tried your states ag papers.?? Also you might want to think about A.I. if you can't find one
     
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  5. Jun 6, 2004 #3
    pointer_hunter

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    I've seen several postings that suggest AI over having a boar. I can understand that it saves a lot of hassle in the care and feeding of a boar, but what are the costs for this type of breeding?
     
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  6. Jun 6, 2004 #4
    james dilley

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    Semen is about $20.00 up to several hundred depending on the boar. you might want to check out the web sites for show pigs as there are a lot of listings.
     
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  7. Jun 7, 2004 #5
    Jennifer122102

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    No, I don't want to AI. I haven't been able to find anything local. I may have to travel. :(

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  8. Jun 7, 2004 #6
    rj_in_MA

    rj_in_MA Well-Known Member

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    Jennifer,
    I get my pigs from a guy in Millbury, MA. I don't know if he has registered animals, but if not he may know someone who does. His name is Peter Blash. 508-865-1028.
    Good luck,
    Bob
     
    rj_in_MA, Jun 7, 2004
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