Economic Comparison of Pig Feedlot Housing Facilities in the Southern High Plains of Texas

Authors

  • R. I. Nicholson
  • J. J. McGlone
  • R. T. Ervin

Keywords:

pigs, feedlot, Southern High Plains

Abstract

An economic analysis of two pig feedlot enterprises was conducted using low-and high-investment facilities. Pigs housed in the low-investment facility consumed 10% more feed and gained 13% more weight than pigs housed in the high-investment facility. Results indicate that pork producers in the Southern High Plains of Texas could increase rates of return by building a low-cost facility for finishing feeder pigs. The results were qualified, however, because only one seasonal production cycle was investigated.

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Published

2016-11-04

How to Cite

Nicholson, R. I., McGlone, J. J., & Ervin, R. T. (2016). Economic Comparison of Pig Feedlot Housing Facilities in the Southern High Plains of Texas. Texas Journal of Agriculture and Natural Resources, 8, 19–26. Retrieved from https://txjanr.agintexas.org/index.php/txjanr/article/view/253

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Research Articles