Kunekune Pigs at New Magnolia Homestead

Gentle nature. Round bodies. Sweet temperaments. The Kunekune is truly the “family pig” — and one of the most enjoyable heritage breeds to raise on any homestead.

At New Magnolia Homestead, we are dedicated to preserving and improving Kunekune genetics as active AKKPS breeders, focusing on temperament, conformation, bloodline diversity, and pasture performance.

🐖 What Makes Kunekunes So Special?

1. The Most Docile Pig Breed in the World

Kunekunes are famously friendly.
They love people, interact peacefully with children, and are ideal for beginners or family farms.

• VERY little aggression, if any.

• Calm around feeding

• Easy to handle

• Thrive with human interaction

Many homesteaders start with Kunekunes specifically because they aren’t intimidating.

2. Built for Pasture — Not Confinement

Kunekunes are a true grazing pig:

• Short, upturned snout

• Low soil disturbance

• Round barrel body

• Incredible efficiency on grass

They rarely root unless lacking minerals or forage — making them gentle on pastures and low-impact on your land.

3. Heritage Slow-Growth Quality

Kunekunes grow slower than commercial breeds, which:

• Produces clean, flavorful pork

• Avoids mushy texture

• Allows proper marbling

• Gives a high-fat, high-quality lard yield

Their pork is extremely popular with chefs who specialize in heritage meats.

4. Strong, Documented Bloodlines (AKKPS)

We are an active AKKPS breeder, giving buyers:

• True traceable lineage

• Authentic bloodlines

• Accurate registration

• Breeding confidence

Kunekunes have a limited number of foundation lines. You currently work with:

⭐ Your Bloodlines

• • Andrew – Known for excellent heads, strong backs, and very gentle boars. Andrew pigs tend to be well-balanced and easy to work with in a breeding program.

  • Wilson Gina – Outstanding mothers with great teat lines and good length of body. Wilson Gina daughters are reliable, consistent producers that do well on pasture.

  • Trish – Solid, wide-framed females with good milk production and hardy constitutions. Trish girls are the “no drama” workhorses of the herd – steady, dependable, and maternal.

  • Tonganui – A powerful boar line known for depth of body, strong hams, and good growth on grass. Tonganui brings thickness and capacity without sacrificing temperament, making it an excellent cross with your other lines for well-rounded piglets.

•  Together, these bloodlines give us the ability to offer diverse, complementary pairings for both new and experienced breeders, while still preserving true Kunekune temperament.

5. One of the Best Breeds for Family Homesteads

Kunekunes are ideal because they are:

• Low-maintenance

• Easy keepers

• Hardy in cold and heat

• Perfect for rotational grazing

• Safe around children

If someone wants a pig that is gentle and useful, Kunekunes are unmatched.

🧬 Breed Conservation

Kunekunes were once critically endangered.
Through careful breeding and registry programs like AKKPS, their numbers are stronger — but the breed still requires responsible stewardship.

Your farm contributes by:

• Selecting for correct conformation

• Maintaining pure bloodlines

• Preserving pasture traits

• Producing quality breeding stock

✝️ Our Breeding Philosophy

Faith-driven stewardship.
Integrity in breeding choices.
Quality over quantity.

Every Kunekune we raise has a purpose — whether joining a breeding program, becoming a companion, or entering our Grow-Out system.