2022 has almost come to an end. We have had our ups and down just like any year. It was the hottest and driest year I have ever known since moving to Texas in 2008. Even with the hardships we had 6 beautiful litters with 38 piglets.
It's been an expensive year for farmers and ranchers with the cost of everything increasing but we have survived. Thank you to all who have supported us by visiting on our Airbnb Experiences, Shopping our Etsy Shop, using our Amazon store, or even watching our livestream. Every little bit helps and we use all profits to go back into the care of the animals.
In May we are hosting a Fort Worth Foto Fest event where photographers can come and take pictures of the piglets and all the animals. Be sure to stay tuned for more info.
If you are interested in getting a Kunekune from us in 2023 please read our waiting list and sale policy page. Then send us an email at halbertfarm@gmail.com If you thought you were on the waiting list and did not hear from us, please send me an email. It's possible I maybe have missed you.
Thank you again for helping make 2022 a success!
2023 Litters
First time pairing, Corbin always has excellent litters. So it will be very interesting to see what Scarlet (Ginger/Black) and Corbin (High White) produce.
COI: 6.1% IHKR
Scarlett Corbin
Panda normally has an array of color when it comes to her litters even though she is a black and white. Ranseur is also black and white so we will see if we get any color. He is a rare bloodline and my favorite boar. He lived in the house till he got too big. He was such a little cuddle bug. Panda is always very protective of her babies and takes outstanding care of them.
COI: 3.44% IHKR
Panda Ransuer (when younger)
Chopper was an accidental father in 2021 and he had an amazing 10 piglet litter with the smallest sow we ever had. We will see if he can replicate that with a new mom Timber. Timber is Brown and white with a band on one side, making her tapeka traited. Chopper is a cream. So it should be another interesting pairing!
COI: 3.86% IHKR
Timber Chopper
2023 Fall Litters
Lefty is our very rare bloodline gilt from Quarter Circles Kunekunes her parents were from New Zealand. We are pairing her with Pike who is a ginger to get some color. They have a super low COI.
COI: 0.81% IKHR
Lefty Pike
Franny had an amazing litter last year of 9 very colorful piglets with Pike. Very interested to see how her and Puck do together. - And they did not disappoint! Franny had 9 piglets again! One was stillborn but they were all evenly sized. 3 boys and 6 girls! All different colors and all but 2 were double wattled.
COI: 2.89% IHKR
Franny Puck
Dorothy is Ripley's full sister, we are breeding her to Pike this year for a fall litter. If you every wanted your own little Ripley, here is your chance! Three little spotted gingers we named Frito, Cheeto, and Dorito.
COI: 5.82% IKHR
Dorothy Pike
Woodstock has small pricked ears and we are hoping Ranseur lets her borrow some of his ear size for some perfect little piglets! This will be Woodstocks first litter. She just turned 2 this year. She was 3rd overall in the New Zealand Class EKPA Spring Classic Show this year. We named her 6 healthy little piglets after fall, Oak, Maple, Pumpkin, Spice, Cinnamon, and Nutmeg.
COI: 3.01% IHKR
Woodstock Ransuer (when younger)
We LOVED this spring litter we have put them back together for a Fall Litter! We will be retaining a gilt for sure. These two produced the biggest little chunks with the best ears. The growth rate was astounding! We named them after spices, Sea Salt, Peppercorn, Sesame, and Cardamon.
COI: 3.44% IHKR
Panda Ranseur (when younger)
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