1. Swine Breeds

2. American Landrace Denmark White, no color spots Long bodied
“Dumbo”-like ears

3. Chester White Chester County, Pennsylvania White Large litters
Down ears

4. Yorkshire England Most sought after breed
Good mothers and produce large litters
White
Erect ears

5. Berkshire Berks of England
Black with white socks, muzzle area, and tail
Long sided, trim
Tends to be heavier than what it looks
Erect Ears

6. Duroc
Eastern U.S.
Red
Fast growth and good feed efficiency

7. Hampshire American Black with white ban over shoulders and front legs
Erect ears
Lean, meaty carcass

8. Poland China U.S. Black with white muzzle, legs and tail
Large loin eye, thick, even flesh
Down ears

9. Spot U.S. White with large black spots over entire body
High growth rate, early maturing, and prolific

10. Pietrain Belgium White with black spots (light pigment) Erect ears
Shorter legs
Heavy hams
Stress Gene