Breeds of Swine Principles of AFNR c 12 C

Landrace Originated in Denmark Drooped ears Known for their maternal instincts White Know for long bodies Flatter-topped than other breeds

Berkshire Originated in England Black with white legs, snout and switch Once kept at Buckingham Palace Known for producing high quality meat (desirable ratio of lean to fat) Erect ears

Chester White Originated in Chester County, Pennsylvania White with drooped ears Maternal breed Known to produce large litters

Duroc Originated in the United States (northeastern) Solid red Drooped ears Slight dish to the face Meat type swine Aggressive

Hampshire Originated in southern Scotland and imported into the United States Oldest American breed Black with a white belt White covering more than 2/3 of the body is not tolerated Small, erect ears Well-known meat breed Produce high quality carcasses with little waste

Poland China Originated in the US (Ohio) Noted for ability to easily gain weight Quiet dispositions Black with white snouts, legs and switch Generally poor mothers Drooped ears

Spot Developed in Indiana Black and white spots Efficient feeders Noted for rapid weight gain Picture from:

Yorkshire Originated in England White Large, erect ears Known as “The Mother Breed” Produces large litters Bacon-type hog