We used to use deep bedding on concrete but on dirt the pigs just root and mix it into the dirt even if it's over a foot deep . We still use it in calf sheds and for poultry but eventually it has to be cleaned out and the smell is a lot worse I think it works better up north but the heat an humidity down here works against it
Thank you for this tip. We just have two pigs, their poop doesnt smell at all but their urine smells of ammonia. The neighbor started complaining since we keep them by the fence line. Hopefully this should cut the smell back. We only really notice it when the ground is wet and the urine can’t dry up or drain properly
Awesome Chris. Most of my land is limestone but I think I'm going to treat my garden next yr. I'm wondering if that's why my peppers didn't do well. I need to test it really but haven't. Blessings guys
Hey chris , what is the best way to handle the manure if you must keep smells down, also need more basic info on how to raise pigs step by step like shots that are a must, preventative health care , dewormers best products to.use etc, i like your channel but need a step by step think it would help even more people out there who like me never even been around a pig. Thnx. Chris for thoughts on the subject
Yeah i seen the lime pellets video, i guess like u said it aint rocket science but when u have zero experience that is what it feels like ya know, plus i worry to dam much, what if u don't keep it sanitized right, or what if they were sick how quick will i catch it, even then what the hell would i do, and so on, i guess u get my drift, seems like it could get overwhelming if things didnt go to smooth, so im guessing shovel it out compost it or just put hay over the pile and let it break down? Hey chris thanks for the response, i appreciate it, this would be easyier if i just knew one person who does it.
@@raisedoncornbread6110 don't shovel anything on dirt , just lime every month, make sure it's well drained and you can move them around if it gets too mucky . Your going to have problems and sick animal's that's just part of it unfortunately
@@gwheeler7105 Probably not , the lime works for a good while . Just don't forget to reapply regularly , easier to keep it from stinking than to stop it
@@lisanowakow3688 unfortunately not , long story but it works by changing the PH which stops some types of bacteria , its the bacteria waste that your really smelling in a hog , chicken pen like when they open a septic tank
Yes sir two coats a year for many years . We used to be state certified organic and couldn't use treated wood in livestock housing , had to do something first ones I built rotted down in a year
Don't use quick lime, it will burn. A poultry vet vet brought in some emu feet and asked us what happened. Then he told us they used the wrong lime and burned their feet.
Quick lime isn't normally sold for any agricultural purpose.maybe to cover a diseased area . It's caustic where activated or powdered lime is just limestone
What about the wallows? The only times I can smell the pen from the house is in the early spring when everything is damp and muddy for a couple weeks from snow melt and in the heat of the summer sometimes the wallow gets a bit rank. Supposed to be cooling down pretty soon where I live, hopefully I can let the wallows dry out and lime them. For some reason it seems worse this year, this has been the 1st summer the odor has been bad enough to keep me from wanting to sit out in my yard.
My neighbor has seven outdoor pigs stinking like hell he put the pig right on the fence line right by our doors is that illegal it stinks bad can you give me any tips for a neighbor with seven pigs stinks heavy duty every time I walk out please give me some information thank you
It's probably not illegal buts it's definitely inconsiderate . He could lime the pens at least and maybe rotate the pigs around some to let everything dry out . If you were there before the pigs a call to animal control might help , laws are different everywhere and zoning has a lot to do with it . I would try to talk to him first and see if he was willing to improve the situation best as possible anyway. I've found that being neighborly makes better neighbors than fences as long as you're dealing with reasonable people,. He should care that his livestock is hurting your ability to use your property if he's any kind of decent guy
Thanks Mr. Chris. Great tip. I’ll remember that when I get my pig pen up and running. God Bless from Missouri.
We're adding on , doubling the operation hopefully there'll some videos soon
More good info to store away for use when the time comes. Thank you my friend.
Glad to help geeky!
Thanks , we have chickens rabbits and getting a pig for the backyard. I’ll use this preemptively so the neighbors don’t complain!
Awesome video ! Another thing you can do is add carbon material to the pen if you can get it . This is the easiest way though .
That's true Aaric and I have done that burn a pile of brush and spread the ashes , the heat will take care of parasite larvae too
Man, we love your practical advice and practical ways. You are a true resource!
Many thanks !
Weeks!? This is the microwave age. We need things quicker.😆👍
Good stuff Chris. I'll save this for when we get our pigs.
Lol , we joke about these youngins cooking everything on high
Great tip especially if you don't use deep mulch bedding (adding as it is soiled). Mulch (wood chips) works for most animal pens.
We used to use deep bedding on concrete but on dirt the pigs just root and mix it into the dirt even if it's over a foot deep . We still use it in calf sheds and for poultry but eventually it has to be cleaned out and the smell is a lot worse I think it works better up north but the heat an humidity down here works against it
I came in here in a serious mood but now I'm curious to know how to get the stench from the hog slop
I just learned something! I will be trying this as soon as I get a bag of lime . Thanks for the great information.
Put it put heavy the first time Johnny , the powered lime works too just takes forever . Glad to help !
Really appreciate you sharing you experience and knowledge
Glad to help
Thank you for this tip. We just have two pigs, their poop doesnt smell at all but their urine smells of ammonia. The neighbor started complaining since we keep them by the fence line. Hopefully this should cut the smell back. We only really notice it when the ground is wet and the urine can’t dry up or drain properly
Tilling the wet spots along with liming will help the urine smell a lot
Awesome Chris. Most of my land is limestone but I think I'm going to treat my garden next yr. I'm wondering if that's why my peppers didn't do well. I need to test it really but haven't. Blessings guys
I'm not sure but I think peppers like acidic soil they do here anyway . A test would be a good idea
Thanks for the advice
Glad to help
Great info Chris👊
Thank you , hope it'll help some people out
Thanks for sharing
Hey chris , what is the best way to handle the manure if you must keep smells down, also need more basic info on how to raise pigs step by step like shots that are a must, preventative health care , dewormers best products to.use etc, i like your channel but need a step by step think it would help even more people out there who like me never even been around a pig. Thnx. Chris for thoughts on the subject
I've done a video on most of the common things
Yeah i seen the lime pellets video, i guess like u said it aint rocket science but when u have zero experience that is what it feels like ya know, plus i worry to dam much, what if u don't keep it sanitized right, or what if they were sick how quick will i catch it, even then what the hell would i do, and so on, i guess u get my drift, seems like it could get overwhelming if things didnt go to smooth, so im guessing shovel it out compost it or just put hay over the pile and let it break down? Hey chris thanks for the response, i appreciate it, this would be easyier if i just knew one person who does it.
@@raisedoncornbread6110 don't shovel anything on dirt , just lime every month, make sure it's well drained and you can move them around if it gets too mucky . Your going to have problems and sick animal's that's just part of it unfortunately
Recently acquired two mini pigs, and hope this works.
Wonder if baking soda would help, it should help neutralize pH.
Good question , I don't know . Probably would cost a lot but might work just like it does in a litter box .
Probably wouldn't last as long either...
@@gwheeler7105 Probably not , the lime works for a good while . Just don't forget to reapply regularly , easier to keep it from stinking than to stop it
baking soda kills pests like roaches if you mix it in sugar
Thank you so much
Glad to help
Thank you!
Your very welcome !
Wonder if it would work on kitty litter boxes too!
@@lisanowakow3688 unfortunately not , long story but it works by changing the PH which stops some types of bacteria , its the bacteria waste that your really smelling in a hog , chicken pen like when they open a septic tank
That is really interesting! It’s got my nerdy scientific side thinking. Thank you!
Them post look pretty black.
Used motor oil?
Yes sir two coats a year for many years . We used to be state certified organic and couldn't use treated wood in livestock housing , had to do something first ones I built rotted down in a year
Don't use quick lime, it will burn. A poultry vet vet brought in some emu feet and asked us what happened. Then he told us they used the wrong lime and burned their feet.
Quick lime isn't normally sold for any agricultural purpose.maybe to cover a diseased area . It's caustic where activated or powdered lime is just limestone
Hey Mr Chris,
You think that would work for a chicken coup? Also would think the chickens would eat it?
Yes it does work on chicken coops and even dog pens . The might eat a little but it won't hurt them
@@HomesteadingtheHardWay thanks I am gonna give it a shot. The smells not bad but being in town i just wanna give it a try before it gets bad!
@@CajunHydroponics it will help a lot I promise
Mr Chris I sure thank you for the tip!
Good info
It helps a lot ! And I haven't seen anyone else putting it out here
Good one
Hope it helps .
What about the wallows? The only times I can smell the pen from the house is in the early spring when everything is damp and muddy for a couple weeks from snow melt and in the heat of the summer sometimes the wallow gets a bit rank. Supposed to be cooling down pretty soon where I live, hopefully I can let the wallows dry out and lime them. For some reason it seems worse this year, this has been the 1st summer the odor has been bad enough to keep me from wanting to sit out in my yard.
Just lime where the manure is and the standing water . You get nose blind to the smell but anyone not used to it can really smell it .
The wallows don't have to dry out just lime them
You just lime in the standing water as if it were any other spot? @@HomesteadingtheHardWay
@@randysheckler763 yes , you're just changing the Ph and killing bacteria that make the smell
Thanks for the information and for being so responsive! @@HomesteadingtheHardWay
You can add that to a pen w/ pigs still in it?
Yes it's not toxic at all
Can this work with pigs that are kept on concrete?
You have to scrape or wash out concrete or use bedding and haul it off .
that is best done washing off the concrete, then treating any soil that it washes off onto.
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Does it help with fly’s also I have flys out of no where lol
Not really , it's because it's fall but they're really bad this year for some reason
@@HomesteadingtheHardWay oh Okok
My neighbor has seven outdoor pigs stinking like hell he put the pig right on the fence line right by our doors is that illegal it stinks bad can you give me any tips for a neighbor with seven pigs stinks heavy duty every time I walk out please give me some information thank you
It's probably not illegal buts it's definitely inconsiderate . He could lime the pens at least and maybe rotate the pigs around some to let everything dry out . If you were there before the pigs a call to animal control might help , laws are different everywhere and zoning has a lot to do with it . I would try to talk to him first and see if he was willing to improve the situation best as possible anyway. I've found that being neighborly makes better neighbors than fences as long as you're dealing with reasonable people,. He should care that his livestock is hurting your ability to use your property if he's any kind of decent guy
We have lime where I work
Hey Chris how can i buy a hog off you brother? Im in staley nc and have several hogs!! Im looking for a new boar soon!!
Send me an email homesteadingthehardway@gmail.com I have some really nice red listed Duroc/ Hampshire boars