The Rural Voice, 1999-06, Page 39supply of organic feeds for the size of
operation he has.
While ag economists are
suggesting that a 500 -sow operation
is the goal for those seeking a profit
in farming. Ron still feels there is a
place for smaller, low-cost operators.
"I have no desire to get big," he says.
"Then it's just a factory."
Instead, Ron tries to follow the old
husbandry model of farming. "I just
try to give the pig a good life while
he's here," he says. "I'm sure if 1
treat them well they'll treat me
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