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Prices Realized for Feeds Consumed by 297 Hogs. 



Figures such as the above, obtained from a large number 

 of hogs fed under varying conditions, carry considerable weight. 

 They show that the hog is able to give a good account of the 

 feed he consumes, provided he is handled with intelligence. Of 

 course, the figures in the table are averages. Some tests showed 

 larger returns and some did not show as large, but it is worthy 

 of note that two tests which showed exceptionally good results 

 were omitted from the computation in order to make the results 

 as conservative as possible. 



REVIEW. 



1. Why is it more expensive to fatten hogs in winter? 



2. How can this expense be reduced? 



3. Give cautions regarding quantity and change of feed. 



4. Tell of the importance of regularity in feeding and comfortable 

 quarters for fattening. 



5. What is the effect of age on the cost of fattening? 



6. What are " correctives " ? 



7. How are they supplied to swine? 



8. From the results given in this chapter, do hogs pay well for their 

 feed? 



