@Latestarter NE Alabama isn't that far..... We used to go to see DH's mother. That is a good deal on the pigs, hate to see you miss out on it. Maybe the OP would hold some for you until you finish a pasture?
It was terrible at first. My 12 year old son has it too. My awesome wife can make just about anything with fish or poultry now though. I just try to be thankful for what I can eat. Really looking forward to more muscovy on the table.