Swine Breeds
Large White Pictures from Originated in England Imported into almost every country of the world Large litters with heavy milk production
Yorkshire Pictures from Originated in the England Descendants of the Large White Brought to the United States around 1830
Danish Landrace Pictures from Originated in Denmark Foundation stock for many important swine breeds
American Landrace Pictures from Originated in the United States Danish Landrace and Large White breeds used White hair color is required
Tamworth Pictures from Developed in England as a bacon-type hog Yorkshire and Berkshire breeds used Lean, muscular breed
Berkshire Pictures from Originated in England Originally a reddish color Known for their immense size and unique flavor
Duroc Pictures from Originated in the United States Tamworth and Berkshire breeds were used Originally called the Duroc-Jersey
British Lop Pictures from Originated in England Established in 1920, but foundation stock unknown One of the largest hogs found in England
Chester White Pictures from Originated in Pennsylvania Three Chester breeds were combined to form one breed in 1911
Hampshire Pictures from Originated in the United States Descendants of the “Old English Breed” Known for quality meat, especially the hams
Hereford Pictures from Originated in Missouri Duroc and Chester breeds used White face, ears and at least 2 legs. Not less than 2 / 3 red.
Lacombe Pictures from Originated in Canada 56% Landrace, 23% Berkshire, 21% Chester White Released to public in 1957
Large Black Pictures from Originated in Europe Descendants of the black pigs of Devon and Cornwall Used in outdoor operations
Pietrain Pictures from Originated in Belgium White with black spots Extremely high proportion of lean to fat
Vietnamese Potbelly Pictures from Originated in Vietnam Brought to the United States and Canada for zoos Average weight lbs.
Welsh Pictures from Originated in England Very muscular and lean Short legs, dished faces, and lopped ears
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