Below is a practical feeding schedule and a cost–benefit analysis per growth stage using the Purina Turbo Hog Feeds line, optimized for Philippine backyard to semi-commercial conditions. Figures are realistic field averages; actual results vary with genetics, management, and biosecurity.
A. OPTIMIZED FEEDING SCHEDULE
(Purina Turbo Hog Feeds – Birth to Market)
1. Piglet Phase (Birth–30 days)
Turbo Milk Boostina (Day 3–37, optional but recommended)
- Purpose: Supplement sow milk, improve survival & uniformity
- Feeding rate:
- Day 3–7: 10–20 g/piglet/day
- Day 8–21: 30–60 g/piglet/day
- Expected benefit: +0.3–0.5 kg weaning weight
Turbo Pre-Startina (Day 7–21)
- Average intake: 0.5–0.7 kg/piglet total
- Key goal: Early gut development, immunity, high feed intake
- Target ADG: 180–220 g/day
2. Starter Phase (21–45 days)
Turbo Startina
- Feeding rate: 0.8–1.2 kg/pig/day
- Total feed used: ~8–10 kg/pig
- Target ADG: 350–450 g/day
- Target weight at end: 18–22 kg
3. Grower Phase (45–90 days)
Turbo Growina
- Feeding rate:
- Early grower: 1.5–2.0 kg/day
- Late grower: 2.2–2.5 kg/day
- Total feed used: ~45–50 kg/pig
- Target ADG: 650–750 g/day
- Target weight: 55–65 kg
4. Finisher Phase (90–150 days)
Turbo Finishina
- Feeding rate: 2.8–3.2 kg/day
- Total feed used: ~80–90 kg/pig
- Target ADG: 700–800 g/day
- Market weight: 95–110 kg (at 145–155 days)
5. Sow Feeding Guide (Breeding Herd)
Turbo Brood Sow (Gestation)
- Feeding rate:
- Early–mid gestation: 2.0–2.2 kg/day
- Last 30 days: 2.5–3.0 kg/day
Turbo Sow Lactina
- Feeding rate:
- Day 1–3 post-farrow: 2–3 kg/day
- Peak lactation: 5–6.5 kg/day
Result: Higher milk output, heavier weaning pigs, shorter rebreeding interval.
B. COST–BENEFIT ANALYSIS (PER PIG TO MARKET)
Assumptions (PH conditions)
- Market weight: 100 kg
- Farmgate liveweight price: ₱210/kg
- Average FCR using Turbo line: 2.5–2.6
- Total feed used: 135–150 kg
1. Feed Cost Breakdown (Approximate)
| Stage | Feed Used (kg) | Avg Price/kg (₱) | Cost (₱) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milk Boostina | 1.0 | 120 | 120 |
| Pre-Startina | 1.0 | 70 | 70 |
| Startina | 9.0 | 68 | 612 |
| Growina | 48 | 62 | 2,976 |
| Finishina | 85 | 59 | 5,015 |
| Total Feed Cost | 144 kg | — | ₱8,793 |
2. Revenue & Profit
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Sale value (100 kg × ₱210) | ₱21,000 |
| Feed cost | ₱8,793 |
| Other costs (meds, power, labor – est.) | ₱2,200 |
| Total cost | ₱10,993 |
| Net profit per pig | ₱10,007 |
C. WHY TURBO FEEDS IMPROVE PROFITABILITY
1. Technical Advantage
- Turbo 360 Protection → lower disease pressure
- Digestisorb → better nutrient absorption
- Stage-specific amino acid balance → better FCR
2. Economic Advantage
- Faster growth = shorter days to market
- Less feed per kilo gain
- Lower medication cost
3. Environmental Advantage
- Improved digestibility = less nitrogen & phosphorus waste
- Reduced manure odor and pollution load
4. Animal Health Advantage
- Stronger gut & immunity
- Lower scours, better uniformity
- Reduced antibiotic dependency
5. Profitability Advantage
- +5–10 kg heavier market weight at same age or
- Same weight reached 10–14 days earlier
D. PRACTICAL FARMER TIPS (PH SETTING)
✔ Always match feed exactly to age & weight
✔ Clean water = same importance as feed
✔ Avoid early downgrade to cheaper feeds (hidden losses)
✔ Store Turbo feeds dry & sealed to preserve Turbo 360 efficacy
✔ Weigh pigs every 2–3 weeks to correct feeding rate
Purina Turbo Hog Feeds is distributed by Uybontiong Agriventures Corp. in the Philippines at ubtac.com .