Hawg Roasters
The Ultimate Centerpiece for Your Next Feast. Slagel Farms Whole Roasting Hogs - Now Available at Sunset Foods
Your Source for Authentic Roasting Hogs
The Hawg Roasters program is a partnership between Sunset Foods and Slagel Farms, offering whole suckling pigs and roasting hogs for your special event. Slagel Farms heritage-breed pork is humanely raised, butchered to order, and delivered fresh to your local Sunset Foods for convenient pickup. Our guide makes your pig roast party planning simple and helps you find the perfect size for your feast.
Suckling Pig vs. Whole Hog
Suckling Pigs
(40-90 lbs)
Incredibly tender meat with a mild, delicate flavor. Its skin roasts to a perfect, crisp finish, making it the perfect choice for creating a traditional, crispy-skinned Lechon for your Filipino feast. A smaller younger pig, perfect for smaller gatherings.
$6.99/lb
Whole Hogs
(100-200 lbs)
A fully grown hog with a richer, more pronounced pork flavor and a higher meat-to-fat ratio. Ideal for large feasts, backyard pig roasts, luau catering, or weddings.
$3.99/lb
What Size Hog Should I Order?
Use our interactive guide to find the perfect size for your event.
We recommend 1 to 1.5 lbs of raw weight per person.
Please note: All whole hog or suckling pig orders require a minimum of 10 days' notice.
Our Recommendation
~65 lbs
Suckling Pig
Estimated Price:
$454
*Final price adjusted for exact weight upon delivery from the farm.
A Partnership Built on Trust & Quality
Our relationship with Slagel Farms is one we hold in the highest regard. Many of our customers already know the Slagel name from the exceptional turkeys they have trusted us to put on their Thanksgiving tables. It is this same commitment to quality that makes them our trusted partner for the Hawg Roasters program.
Their fifth-generation farm in Fairbury, Illinois, provides the highest quality heritage breed pork in Illinois. Slagel Farms has been developing their own genetic herd for several decades, carefully selecting a combination of Berkshire, Duroc, and Yorkshire breeds to enhance meat quality. These hogs are naturally bred and raised in open lots where they have access to the outdoors and a diet of grain and vegetable scraps.
Ask any of our Sunset Master Meat Cutters about their trip to Slagel Farms!
“ “I purchased a whole hog on site the first time I visited Slagel Farms. The quality of the meat was outstanding and I wanted to make this high quality product available to our customers.”
— Dan Humphrey, Meat Buyer, Sunset Foods
A Pro-Tip from Our Master Meat Cutters: "For that perfectly crispy, crackling skin everyone loves, be sure to score the skin in a diamond pattern before you start roasting. It's the secret to a professional result!"
Ready to Plan Your Feast?
Whether you're planning a backyard BBQ, a festive pig roast, or a special event, Slagel Farms whole hogs and suckling pigs are the ideal centerpiece. Pre-order yours today!
Important: We require a minimum of 10 days' notice for all orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the pigs delivered cooked?
No, all suckling pigs & whole hogs are delivered raw and fresh, never frozen, ready for you to cook.
How much does a suckling pig feed?
We recommend 1 to 1.5 lbs of raw weight per person. Our sizing calculator above can help you find the perfect size for your event. Please note edible yield is less than the raw weight.
How do I order a whole hog for a party?
You can place your order online through our catering website. Please remember that we require a minimum of 10 days' notice for all whole hog and suckling pig orders as they are sourced fresh from the farm specifically for you.
How do I cook a whole hog?
Roasting a whole hog is an adventure in cooking, and it is easier than you might think. The two most popular methods are roasting and smoking. We recommend these external guides for detailed instructions:
