Pig farmers are responsible for the daily care and management of pigs raised for the pork production industry. There are three main types of pig farms, according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Farrow-to-finish farms raise piglets from birth to slaughter weight, which is usually 240 to 270 pounds. Feeder pig farms raise piglets from birth to somewhere in the range of 10 to 60 pounds, when they are sold to finishers....
So, just who invented the humble golf tee, that little peg on which the golf ball sits at the start of the hole? First, let’s start by saying who did not invent the golf tee: George Franklin Grant did not invent the golf tee. Second, let’s say who is generally credited with inventing the modern golf tee: George Franklin Grant. Say What? Now, let’s explain. Golf tees were originally fashioned from nature, using either sod or sand....
The Force is with you, but it never hurts to have a little extra help on your side. There are cheats for Star Wars Rogue Squadron 2: Rogue Leader that unlock everything in the game. There are also cheats for infinite lives and level select codes. These cheats are for the Nintendo GameCube exclusive title Star Wars Rogue Squadron 2: Rogue Leader. LucasArts Star Wars Rogue Squadron 2: Rogue Leader Cheat Codes...
Music licensing and distribution can be incredibly confusing and complicated, with several different types of licenses to distinguish from one another. For composers, artists, and musicians, two of the most important forms to consider are sync licensing and master licensing. Sync License A sync license is the most popular type of license, particularly for emerging artists. It is an agreement between the copyright holder and a licensee to use the chosen song in a visual element, usually a television show, movie or video game....
The United States Secret Service is responsible for protecting presidents, high-ranking government officials, and foreign diplomats and dignitaries. The Secret Service also employs full-time law enforcement officers for its Uniformed Division. This group is tasked with carrying out the agency’s mission and providing a visible police presence at major functions and important locations. Uniformed Secret Service Officer Duties & Responsibilities The job of a uniformed secret service officer often includes:...
Find sweepstakes to enter with odd entry periods, including unlimited entry sweepstakes, bi-weekly entry sweepstakes, giveaways with irregular entry dates, and more in this sweepstakes list. Want to find sweepstakes with different entry periods? Try these lists:Single Entry Sweepstakes | Daily Entry Sweepstakes | Monthly Entry Sweepstakes Walmart - August-October SweepstakesThis sweepstakes is giving away five $1,000 Walmart gift cards and 750 Walmart gift cards valued at $100 each.Entry Frequency: 78 times per personEnd Date: October 28th, 2022Eligibility: Open to the U....
The Marine Corps’ weight and body fat standards are health and performance-based, and not based on appearance. Marines are considered not within these standards when their body weight and body fat exceed the maximum limits. Each Marine is weighed at least semi-annually (annually for Reserves) and is compared to the below chart. How the Marine Corps Measures Height and Weight When measuring height, the Marine stands with their back against a wall, head facing forward and heels flat on the floor....
A potential winner is someone who has been drawn as a sweepstakes winner, but whose win has not yet been verified. Once the legalities have been settled, the potential winner will become an official winner, and the prize will follow shortly. For example, you might be notified by an email that says something like “Congratulations! You are a potential winner of a prize in our ‘Have It Your Way’ Sweepstakes (subject to verification)!...
When shipping high-value products or when you are dealing with a very conscientious customer, an inspection certificate might be requested. An inspection certificate provides proof that what you are shipping is, in fact, what the customer ordered, and is also of good quality. If a customer requests this document, agree to it. According to Export.gov, administrative and inspection fees related to an inspection certificate are generally paid by the importer or the country of import, but some costs can be billed to the buyer....
There are numerous ways to find free reclaimed lumber. If you know where to look, you can find salvaged timbers that are free for the taking. Here are a few ways to get the free recycled wood you are looking for. Old Barns and Buildings Old barns and mills are a great source for high-quality virgin timber. Many are long past their prime and have begun falling apart or the owners are in the middle of tearing it down....
Once a real estate investor has bought into the value of REITs for their investment portfolio, there’s an interim step before looking at individual REITs and their performance. That step is to fully understand the differences in the two major REIT types, Equity, and Mortgage REITs. Equity REITs Own Properties Equity REITs actually purchase, hold and manage commercial and rental properties. Though they will finance these properties in many cases, their primary focus is on profits through acquisition and management....
Whether it is extra income you seek or a chance to see how far you can fly as an entrepreneur, becoming an independent distributor for a multi-level marketing (MLM) company is a viable option. MLMs, often referred to as network marketing or direct sales, provide a proven product, marketing plan, mentorship, and training and support. It’s a business in a box that supplies everything you need to get started ASAP....
If you want to fill out sweepstakes entry forms quickly and securely, a form-filling program is a must-have. These programs store your information, then let you fill out entry forms with a click of a button. But which ones are best to use?To find out, we polled sweepstakes fans to see which programs are their favorites, and here are the results. Read about the 5 best form-filling programs according to sweepers and decide which one is right for you....
Accountability, which is critical to every project’s success, does not mean a project manager must babysit, micromanage or browbeat people to get things done. Such tactics often cause strife and animosity toward the project manager. Rather than being the only person holding people accountable, a better approach the project manager can take is empowering the entire team to uphold the project’s accountability. Here are six ways to build accountability into a project:...
“Center of gravity” (abbreviated CG) is term golfers often encounter in articles about golf equipment, advertisements of golf clubs, and on the websites of golf club manufacturers. Clearly, it’s an important technical aspect of golf club design. But what, exactly, is it, and how does it affect golf shots? To get answers to these questions, we spoke with Tom Wishon, golf club designer and founder/owner of Wishon Golf. “The center of gravity of any object is the one small point that represents the intersection of all the possible balance points of that object,” Wishon explained....
Even in today’s virtual world, the obituary for cold calling is premature. Ideally, your phone would be ringing off the hook all day with clients offering you business but the reality is that if you want business, you need to go after it, and as part of your outbound marketing strategy, cold calling can be a very effective sales tactic if it’s done properly. In fact, according to a recent survey by DiscoverOrg, 60% of more than 1,000 polled senior executives from the IT industry reported taking an appointment or attending an event after receiving a cold call or unsolicited email....
It is easy for a restaurant owner to want to do everything yourself, from the cooking to the marketing to the bookkeeping to repairs and maintenance and more. However, trying to do everything, whether out of financial concern or simply because you don’t think anyone can do it “right” will quickly run you and possibly your business into the ground. Executive Chef/ Kitchen Manager Tom Werner/Getty Images It is the head chef....
With the explosion of the internet in the mid-1990s came an increase in the theft of copyrighted works on websites. As a result, the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) of 1998 updated copyright law to protect hosting services and allow copyright holders a way to give notice to people who illegally copy content with a takedown notice process. What Is a DMCA Notice? A major part of the DMCA is a process for removing copyright violations from digital media, including websites, by sending a notice to someone the copyright holder believes has stolen their content....
Environmental sustainability is responsibly interacting with the planet to maintain natural resources and avoid jeopardizing the ability for future generations to meet their needs. A walk on the beach or a hike in the woods reminds us that our forests, coral reefs, and even our deserts act as examples of sustainable systems. Learn more about environmental sustainability to see its importance and what role you can play. What Is Environmental Sustainability?...
Selling on eBay can be an effective way to make money online, but shipping policies and practices can be intimidating to those new to online sales. It’s not as difficult as it might seem, though. Millions of eBay sellers ship packages from home every day, and you can too. Consider Shipping Options and Practices Before You List Not all items are the same, nor will all items cost the same to ship....
