Small Scale Pig Farming in Alberta
Thinking about raising pigs on a small scale?
Small-scale pig farming — defined as having 10 or fewer sows or marketing 100 or fewer pigs per year — offers rewarding opportunities.
Have you registered with Alberta Pork?
To support movement reporting, pigs must be identified before they move from one premises to another or from your farm to market. Please contact Alberta Pork at 1-877-247-PORK for more information.
Explore Resources and Guidance
- Small-Scale Pig Farming Website
developed by the Prairie Swine Centre - Canadian Small Scale Pig Farming Manual
developed by the Canadian Association of Swine Veterinarians
These resources offer practical, easy-to-follow information on:
- Housing and care – safe, comfortable environments for pigs
- Feeding and nutrition – balanced diets and water management
- Biosecurity – disease prevention and farm safety
- Handling and welfare – low-stress pig management
- Common swine diseases – how to recognize and control them
Alberta-Specific Support
Alberta Pork offers additional resources, including a Small-Scale Producer Handbook and Production Leaflet tailored to Alberta’s environment, regulations, and best practices.
Together, these tools help new and experienced farmers alike raise healthy pigs responsibly while supporting Alberta’s sustainable pork industry.