
A Weaner Pig is a young pig that has been separated from its mother (weaned) typically between 3 and 6 weeks of age and is ready to begin the growing phase on a new farm. Buying weaners is the most popular way to enter pig farming in Nigeria without the complexity and capital requirements of maintaining breeding sows and boars. Weaner pigs are sourced from reputable breeding farms using commercial exotic breeds (Yorkshire, Landrace, Duroc, or crosses), known for their fast growth, lean meat yield, and good feed conversion. Under good management, weaners can reach market weight of 90 - 100 kg in 5 - 6 months.