Read this article from our field tester. Maneuvering and guiding pigs to and from their pen is an art. Another feature is its extended reach.
Most farmers simply use shovels, broomsticks, pipe or sticks to guide pigs around.
But this type of guidance becomes ineffective because pigs get accustomed to being moved this way. This special sorting paddle weighs less than a pound, is offered in red, blue, and green, and comes in two lengths, 108cm and 122cm. The paddle head creates a visual barrier that helps to guide pigs, and the BBs inside provide a noise to which pigs repel. Even the extended handle offers a quality golf-style grip for comfortable maneuvering. The question is whether these paddles are effective for everyday use.