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Pig ark: for eco minded farmers and consumers

//01 Jul 2010

A new 99% environmentally friendly pig ark has been produced for the eco-friendly conscious pig producer and consumer. The Footprint Eco Pig Ark is the latest offering from Golden River Farms in the UK.

Comprising of a recycled plastic curved roof over a light, but sturdy recycled purlin frame and recycled HDPE end boards, the Footprint Eco Pig Ark also has a single opening and manual lifting handles.

It's made from fully recycled materials, aside from the fixings, making it 99.9% environmentally friendly. Golden River Farms is offering the pig ark for £350 and it can be delivered in kit form with all holes pre-drilled.

For more information about the Footprint Eco Friendly Pig, visit Golden River Farms.

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