A Comprehensive Guide to Pig Breeds and Their Characteristics
Explore the fascinating world of pig breeds, from the Berkshire and Chester White to the Duroc and Hampshire. Learn about their origins, unique features, and popular uses in the United States. Discover the rich diversity of maternal and terminal breeds, with insights from leading show pig farms.
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Breeds of Hogs White vs. dark breeds 2005-Fall-Classic-($6000)_s Maternal vs. Terminal breeds Pictures from Burzlaff Show Pigs and Cain Farms
Breed Identifiers 8-2-Boars Color Watch for points ~lwf0007_sm Head Ears Pictures from: Conover Show Pigs, Eddie Farms, Olson Spot Farm, Stephens Farm
Important breeds of Pig BERKSHIRE Developed in England Came to U.S. in 1823 Medium size hog Erect ears, short snout 6 white points
CHESTER WHITE Developed in PA. Drooped ears Known for mothering ability
DUROC Developed in eastern U.S. Drooped ears Red in color One of the most popular breeds in U.S.
HAMPSHIRE Developed in England Erect ears White band circling the body Know for lean meat
POLAND CHINA Developed in Ohio Black with six white points Drooping ears One of the larger breeds of hogs Used in cross breeding programs
SPOTTED BREED Developed in Indiana At least 20% of body must be either black or white First known as the Spotted Poland China
TAMWORTH: Originated in England Brought to U.S. in 1882 Red in color Lean meat Excellent mothering ability
YORKSHIRE Developed in England Came to U.S. in 1800s Erect ears Sometimes has black freckles
AMERICAN LANDRACE Developed around 1895 Long body length Ears large and drooping Sows noted for good milk production
