# Allen & Emily
> Our journey building a sustainable homestead.
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## Pages
- [Who are Allen & Emily?](https://www.allenandemily.com/about.md) - What started with a single beehive grew into a Wisconsin hobby farm raising heritage livestock, keeping bees, and embracing the chaos of homestead life.
- [Available Pigs](https://www.allenandemily.com/available-pigs.md) - AKKPS Exclusive Breeders offering registered KuneKune pigs. Browse our current availability and reserve your pig today.
- [(Untitled)](https://www.allenandemily.com/live.md)
- [Notification List & Sales Policy](https://www.allenandemily.com/notification-list-sales-policy.md) - Interested in a KuneKune from our farm? Here's how the process works, what's included, and what to expect from reservation to pickup.
- [Welcome to Our Farm](https://www.allenandemily.com/welcome-to-our-farm.md)

## Posts
- [Preparing for Farrowing Day: Signs, Setup, and What to Expect](https://www.allenandemily.com/preparing-for-farrowing-day.md) - Everything we wish we'd known before our first farrowing — signs to watch for, how to set up your space, and when to intervene.
- [Understanding COI: Why We Focus on Low Coefficient of Inbreeding](https://www.allenandemily.com/understanding-coi-kunekune-breeding.md) - COI is a useful tool for breeding decisions, but it's not a rule. Here's how we use it — and why the number alone doesn't tell the whole story.
- [How Big Do KuneKune Pigs Get?](https://www.allenandemily.com/how-big-do-kunekune-pigs-get.md) - Adult KuneKunes typically weigh 150-300+ pounds. They're small for pigs — but "small pig" is still a real pig. Here's what to expect.
- [The Best Grasses and Forage for KuneKune Pastures](https://www.allenandemily.com/best-grasses-forage-kunekune-pastures.md) - KuneKunes thrive on pasture, but not all pastures are equal. What to plant, what to avoid, and how to build forage that feeds your pigs and your soil.
- [KuneKune Farrowing Calculator](https://www.allenandemily.com/kunekune-farrowing-calculator.md) - Calculate your KuneKune pig's expected farrowing date. Enter a breeding date to get a full timeline of milestones from conception through delivery.
- [Bringing Home Your First KuneKune: The First 30 Days](https://www.allenandemily.com/bringing-home-your-first-kunekune-the-first-30-days.md) - What to expect when bringing home your first KuneKune — from preparing your property to building trust over the first four weeks.
- [Pardon Our Dust](https://www.allenandemily.com/coming-soon.md) - New platform, same farm. A quick note on what's happening behind the scenes and how to stay in the loop.
- [2026 Farrowing Plans!](https://www.allenandemily.com/2026-farrowing-plans.md) - Our 2026 KuneKune breeding plans, spring litter expectations, and how to get on our piglet notification list.
- [Review: Chickcozy Solar Automatic Chicken Coop Door](https://www.allenandemily.com/review-chickcozy-solar-automatic-chicken-coop-door.md) - After a few months of use, the Chickcozy Solar Automatic Chicken Coop Door stands out as the most practical and reliable option we've tested — solar-powered, whisper-quiet, and built to keep predators out.
- [Can KuneKune Pigs Cohabitate with Other Livestock?](https://www.allenandemily.com/can-kunekune-pigs-cohabitate-with-other-livestock.md) - KuneKunes can cohabitate with other livestock, but should they? A look at the benefits, challenges, and why we've chosen to keep ours separate.
- [Keeping Water from Freezing for KuneKune Pigs: Tips and Tricks](https://www.allenandemily.com/keeping-water-from-freezing-for-kunekune-pigs-tips-and-tricks.md) - Keeping water unfrozen in winter is essential for your KuneKunes. Here are practical methods that work — including what we use to handle Wisconsin's subzero temperatures.
- [Understanding and Minimizing Rooting Behavior](https://www.allenandemily.com/understanding-and-minimizing-rooting-behavior.md) - It's a common misconception that KuneKunes don't root. Here's why they do it, how to minimize damage, and how you might even turn it to your advantage.
- [KuneKune Bloodlines](https://www.allenandemily.com/kunekune-bloodlines.md) - In the 1970s, KuneKunes nearly went extinct — down to just 50 pigs. Here's how they were saved, and why bloodlines still matter for preserving this remarkable breed.
- [Review: Chickcozy Egg Incubator](https://www.allenandemily.com/review-chickcozy-egg-incubator.md) - If you're new to hatching, you won't find a more user-friendly incubator than the Chickcozy. A hands-on review after a full season of use.
- [From Gilt to Sow: The Ideal Age to Start Breeding KuneKunes](https://www.allenandemily.com/from-gilt-to-sow-the-ideal-age-to-start-breeding-kunekunes.md) - KuneKunes may reach sexual maturity early, but that doesn't mean they're ready to breed. A guide to knowing when your gilt is truly prepared for pregnancy and farrowing.
- [2025 Farrowing Plans!](https://www.allenandemily.com/2025-farrowing-plans.md) - 2024 brought our largest litter yet, but also our hardest losses. Here's what we learned and what we're planning for 2025 with 5 breeding pairs on the schedule.
- [Why You Need a Barrow (or Two or Three…)](https://www.allenandemily.com/why-you-need-barrows.md) - Why does a farm need a barrow? Its role is more crucial than you might think — from companion duties to breeding program logistics to better-tasting pork.
- [Our KuneKune Preventative Care & Vaccination Program](https://www.allenandemily.com/our-kunekune-vaccination-program.md) - A transparent look at our pig vaccination and deworming program — what we use, when we use it, and why.
- [First Impressions: Chickcozy Egg Incubator](https://www.allenandemily.com/first-impressions-chickcozy-egg-incubator.md) - The Chickcozy Egg Incubator just hit the market with features that address common frustrations experienced hatchers know all too well. Here's our first look before hatching season begins.
- [Feeding KuneKunes](https://www.allenandemily.com/feeding-kunekunes.md) - KuneKunes thrive on pasture, but feed still matters. Here's how we approach daily feeding — from choosing the right pellets to winter supplements and budget-friendly treats.
- [Pasture-raised KuneKune Pork Nutritional Benefits](https://www.allenandemily.com/pasture-raised-kunekune-pork-nutritional-benefits.md) - New testing from EKPA reveals how pasture-raised KuneKune pork stacks up nutritionally against commercial pork — and the results might change how you shop.
- [KuneKune Temperatures](https://www.allenandemily.com/kunekune-temperatures.md) - A simple skill every pig owner should have: taking a temperature. Here's how to do it, what the readings mean, and why you should always keep two thermometers on hand.
- [2024 Farrowing Plans!](https://www.allenandemily.com/2024-farrowing-plans.md) - Our 2023 farrowing season is complete — 9 piglets born and most already in their new homes. Here's a look at what we're planning for 2024.
- [Review: KEBONNIXS 12 Egg Incubator](https://www.allenandemily.com/review-kebonnixs-12-egg-incubator.md) - The KEBBONIXS 12 Egg incubator is affordable and easy to use — but only at the right price. Here's an honest look at what works, what doesn't, and when to consider other options.
- [2023 Lambing Season Recap](https://www.allenandemily.com/lambing-season-2023.md) - Our 2023 lambing season brought seven lambs and a few hard lessons. Here's a look at how it went — including a miscarriage, surprise twins, and what's ahead for the flock.
- [2023 Hatching Season Has Started!](https://www.allenandemily.com/2023-hatching-season-has-started.md) - 2023 hatching has officially kicked off with French Black Copper Marans, Ayam Cemani, Olive Eggers, and more on the way. Here's what we're incubating and what to expect this spring.
- [Review: ShelterLogic Small Livestock Portable Shelter](https://www.allenandemily.com/review-shelterlogic-small-livestock-portable-shelter.md) - An affordable shelter that's survived Wisconsin winters, summer storms, and sheep using it as a scratching post. Here's why we're planning to buy more — and one upgrade you shouldn't skip.
- [2022 Look Back](https://www.allenandemily.com/2022-look-back.md) - From our first KuneKunes to a new tractor to catching bee swarms off the back of a truck — 2022 brought tremendous growth, hard lessons, and plenty of highlights worth sharing.
- [Here Comes the Sun (Damage)](https://www.allenandemily.com/here-comes-the-sun-damage.md) - Sun damage can't be undone. Here's how I approach protection now — from timing outdoor work to UPF clothing, sunglasses, and finding a sunscreen you'll actually use.
- [8 Things You Should Know About Raising Guinea Fowl](https://www.allenandemily.com/8-things-you-should-know-about-raising-guineas.md) - They're loud, they fly, they eat all the bugs, and they're terrible mothers. Eight things to know before raising guinea fowl.
- [Review: Harris Farms Nurture Right 360° Egg Incubator](https://www.allenandemily.com/review-nurture-right-360-egg-incubator-by-mannapro.md) - Great visibility, easy to clean, and a tight seal that holds heat and humidity. A hands-on review of the Harris Farms Nurture Right 360° Egg Incubator.
- [Review: Farm Innovators 4250 Pro Series Circulated Air Incubator with Automatic Egg Turner](https://www.allenandemily.com/review-farm-innovators-4250-pro-series-circulated-air-incubator-with-automatic-egg-turner.md) - The Farm Innovators 4250 is frequently listed as a top incubator for hobby farmers — and mostly lives up to it. Here's an honest review, including a few things other reviews didn't mention.
- [Coping with Loss](https://www.allenandemily.com/coping-with-loss.md) - Any farmer will tell you that losing animals is inevitable. A look at the losses we've experienced, what we've learned, and why prevention and community matter.
- [Results of our First Hatch of 2022!](https://www.allenandemily.com/our-first-hatch-of-2022-results.md) - 54 eggs, an 8-hour drive from Missouri, and four days of hatching later — our first hatch is complete. Here's how it went and what we learned.
- [Say Hello to Loki](https://www.allenandemily.com/say-hello-to-loki.md) - Our first lamb born on the farm has a name — and a Norse mythology connection that's a little too clever for our own good.
- [Saturday Surprise!](https://www.allenandemily.com/saturday-surprise.md) - A surprise Saturday morning delivery from Maple — and the best way to kick off our new site.
- [Review: Avian-X Turkey Decoys](https://www.allenandemily.com/review-avian-x-turkey-decoys.md) - Avian-X makes some of the most realistic turkey decoys on the market — and they're built to take a beating. Here's my honest take after field testing them.
- [Reflecting On My 2019 Turkey Season](https://www.allenandemily.com/reflecting-on-my-2019-turkey-season.md) - Two toms tagged, a bearded hen spotted, and a lot of lessons learned chasing turkeys across three zones. A look back at my 2019 spring season.
- [Review: DeerLab](https://www.allenandemily.com/review-deerlab.md) - DeerLab is web-based trail camera management software that helps you sort photos, pull in weather data, and build profiles on target bucks. Here's my honest take — including whether the subscription is worth it.
- [Reflecting On My 2019 Deer Season](https://www.allenandemily.com/reflecting-on-my-2019-deer-season.md) - Reflecting on the highs and lows of the 2019 season: tractor problems, wet fields, soybeans behind a dual-perimeter fence, and two perfectly executed hunts that made it all worth it.
- [My Turkey Gun Setup](https://www.allenandemily.com/my-turkey-gun-setup.md) - Short barrel, pistol grip, camo finish, illuminated sight — what to look for in a turkey gun and why I switched to the Remington 870 SPS Super Magnum.
- [Food Plots: Determinate vs Indeterminate Soybeans](https://www.allenandemily.com/food-plots-determinate-vs-indeterminate-soybeans.md) - Soybeans are one of the most marketed food plot options — and one of the most divisive. Here's the difference between determinate and indeterminate varieties, and why I don't think you should go all-in on them.
- [A Year in Deer: March](https://www.allenandemily.com/a-year-in-deer-march.md) - Warmer temps and melting snow make March perfect for scouting scrapes, rub lines, and bedding areas. It's also time to finalize food plot plans and get any last TSI work done.
- [Are Dual-Perimeter Fences a Legit Strategy?](https://www.allenandemily.com/are-dual-perimeter-fences-a-legit-strategy.md) - You don't need an 8-foot fence to keep deer out — just two shorter electric fences placed 3 feet apart. Here's how a dual-perimeter "hot-zone" fence works and how to build one yourself.
- [A Year in Deer: February](https://www.allenandemily.com/a-year-in-deer-february.md) - Still have snow? Keep scouting. Exposed soil? Start frost seeding. February is also the time to pull your trail cameras and see what survived the season.
- [A Year in Deer: January](https://www.allenandemily.com/a-year-in-deer-january.md) - Snow on the ground? Time to scout. January is perfect for checking travel paths, finding bedding areas, and maybe even picking up a shed antler or two.
- [Setting Hunting Goals](https://www.allenandemily.com/setting-hunting-goals.md) - Setting goals can be difficult, but as long as you set SMART goals, you’ll always maintain positive momentum to achieving larger goals.

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