1. PIGS

2. Pigs First countries to domesticate swine Used For Trade China India
Western Europe
Used For Trade
Pig farming was more prevalent than cow.

3. Feral Domesticated pig gone wild. Considered predators.
American / Southern Razorback.

4. Crossbreeding Allowed desirable traits to dominate. Less Fat
Before: 500# - 700#
After: 250#
Increased Immunity
Cheaper Production
Faster Growth Rate

5. Production Litters / App: 16 piglets. Raised 6 to 9 months.
170# - 200#

6. Utilization Meat – Hot Foods Offal – Charcuterie Hair – Brushes
Skin – Leather
Bones – Agricultural use

7. And Now…

8. Fat Back
Ham
Loin
Boston
Butt
Bacon
Spareribs
Picnic
Shoulder
Jowl
Trotters