Pig farming is one of the many businesses run by Kenyans. Pigs are also livestock that is sold differently depending on the country’s demand. The cost of a pregnant pig is determined by the breed and stage of pregnancy.
A pregnant pig costs between Ksh. 40,000 and Ksh. 45,000 in Kenya. Large White Sows, for example, cost an average of Ksh. 45,000, while Duroc and Hampshire cost Ksh. 40,000.
A pregnant pig can be sold to farmers who are new to pig rearing. Pig markets in Kenya, such as Farmers’ Choice Limited in Nairobi and Ndumboini Farm in the Kikuyu District of Kiambu Country, offer an alternative.
Common Pig Breeds
The most common pig breeds in Kenya are Large White, Landrace, Duroc, and Hampshire. Because these pig breeds can be found almost anywhere in the country, their prices vary. Pregnant pigs are sold at various prices depending on the age of the pregnancy, the type of pig breed, and the market value in a specific area of Kenya.
Where to Sell Pregnant Pigs
Pregnant pigs are sold in a variety of locations throughout Kenya. Pregnant pigs are typically sold to other farmers and other farms that practice pig farming on a large or small scale. Institutions and schools also buy pigs. Additionally, you can buy pregnant pigs from the following places:
- Farmers Choice Limited in Kasarani, Nairobi.
- Agricultural Development Farm in Nakuru.
- Pig farm in Kiambu.
A three-month pregnant pig, for example, is sold for between Ksh. 40,000 and Ksh. 45,000, while others are sold for between Ksh. 30,000 and Ksh. 40,000.
In Kenya, before taking an animal to the market, the seller must obtain the necessary animal movement permit from the authorities.
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