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Can Pigs Eat Green Onions?

Avoid Feeding Onions

Can pigs eat green onions? While it is possible for pigs to eat green onions, it is not recommended. Onions contain sulfides and thiosulphates, which can potentially cause hemolytic anemia in pigs if consumed in large quantities. Additionally, the strong flavor and smell of onions may make them unappealing to pigs.

Farmers generally avoid feeding onions to pigs because of the potential health issues and the undesirable effect it can have on the taste and quality of the meat.

Reasons for avoiding onions:

  • Potential health issues
  • Undesirable effect on taste and quality of the meat

Furthermore, onions can also affect the taste of the pig’s meat, making it less desirable for consumption. Therefore, it is best to avoid feeding onions, including green onions, to pigs.