BELLWORK Write the quote on your bellwork sheet and reflect. What is this quote saying? How can you apply it to your life? “The difference between ‘involvement’ and ‘commitment’ is like an eggs-and-ham breakfast: the chicken was ‘involved,’ but the pig was ‘committed.’

SWINE

TERMS Gilt: female pig that has not given birth yet Sow: female pig that has given birth Barrow: male pig that has been castrated Boar: intact male pig Piglet: newborn pig

BACKGROUND swine=hogs=pigs First domesticated animal Brought to America in 1500’s China produces the most hogs In the US, top states include Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota, and North Carolina

BREEDS

GROWTH  Gestation: 3 months, 3 weeks, 3 days = 114 days  Farrowing: giving birth  Ear Notches are used to identify each animal and the litter it’s from  Litters range from 7-13 piglets  Teeth & tails are clipped to prevent injury  Market hogs are harvested around pounds; about 5-6 months old

DIGESTION & FEEDING Monogastric: simple stomach – very similar to humans No forages! Corn – main energy source Others: barley, oats, potatoes, soybeans Meat Scraps WATER – sows average 2-3 gallons per day

PRODUCTS Pork: meat from swine bacon, sausage, loins, chops, ham, ribs Some heart valves are used to help fix human hearts Hide – suede – shoes, clothing, etc. Fat – gelatin for food, rubber, antifreeze; lard for soaps Bones & skin – glue, adhesives