Gielen Family Farm

Gielen Family Farm Farm to table in Canterbury: heritage Saddleback pig breeding, apples and pears PYO orchard, and honey extraction services.
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Welcome to our small, family-owned farm nestled in the picturesque town of Motukarara, New Zealand. We specialise in breeding Saddleback pigs, known for their exceptional quality and gentle temperament. We take pride in ensuring our pigs have the best possible lives, allowing them to roam freely in spacious, natural environments. We extract honey, not only for ourselves but also for fellow beekeepers and hobbyists who share our love for these incredible pollinators. Our honey is a true labour of love, created by the bees from the nectar of flowers in our diverse landscape.

13/09/2026

I have a new shadow 💗

09/09/2026

Ever wondered how we put piglets back into their pen?

Turns out, it involves a lot of drama and zero piglet cooperation. 🐖✨

They had a quick taste of the free life, but now they’re acting like a four-inch step is Mount Everest. 😅

So here I am, lifting each one over like royalty crossing a puddle. Honestly? Accurate.

07/09/2026

Turns out, “me time” is overrated. “We time” is where it’s at. 🥰🍎✂️

Our version is a is to spent in our Apple orchard shaping up the trees for the upcoming season. A little work now means a whole lot of fruit later. 🍏

Are you pruning your fruit trees this season? 🌳

06/09/2026

Meet the newest troublemakers! 🐑💕 Still nameless, but full of cuddles and guzzling milk like champions at the milk bar 🍼✨
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From “might not make it” to fast asleep in front of the fire. 🔥This rescued piglet came in cold and empty, now he’s wra...
02/09/2026

From “might not make it” to fast asleep in front of the fire. 🔥
This rescued piglet came in cold and empty, now he’s wrapped up warm on a wet bag, snoring like a tiny tractor. 🐷💤
Never underestimate a little warmth, good care, and stubborn farmers.

28/08/2026

Gate’s open, tails are wagging, and the pigs are officially on their daily sun-and-grass adventure 🐽☀️🌿

The sun is shining and the food coma has set in
23/08/2026

The sun is shining and the food coma has set in

08/08/2026

Breakfast time 🌾🌾🌾

07/08/2026

Letting the pigs out for a graze in the sunshine ☀️🐷

POV: you are a big boy now 🐷✨Our little piglets just upgraded to their very own bachelor pad, complete with fresh straw,...
02/08/2026

POV: you are a big boy now 🐷✨

Our little piglets just upgraded to their very own bachelor pad, complete with fresh straw, a private wee house, an all-you-can-eat feeder buffet, and an open bar on the water taps.

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Christchurch

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+64223887959

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