Characteristics
What are the characteristics of a Chester White?
- white body
- more boned " rugged design compared to other mother breeds"
Where is a berkshire from ?
england
What size is a pietrain?
large frame size
What does a hampshire produce?
very-high quality carcasses with little waste
Which breed is similar to a Poland china ?
Spot
What kind of ears does a berkshire have ?
ears are medium size and are erect
What breed is from the farm La Planta ?
hereford
What breed is regarded as a medium size as maturity?
Chester White
what is a pietrain used for?
meat production
Which breed is highly valued by commercial swine producers for maternal traits?
American Landrace
Which breed is the same as a cattle breed ?
Hereford
What pig originated in Ireland?
Tamworth
What breed is large and rugged?
Duroc
What is the usage of a red wattle?
lean meat with little fat
What is a red wattles range ?
from 400 to 600lbs
Which breed had black spots?
pietrain
What three breeds that are from england ?
- yorkshire
- Berkshire
- Hampshire
what is a pietrains size ?
sows about 550 to 750lbs
What breed is commonly used for pets in the U.S.?
Vietnamese Potbelly
What is a chester white maternal traits ?
milking and mothering ability
What kind of face does a Poland china have ?
face that is medium lenght which is slightly dished with drooping ears
What pig was originated in Kentucky?
Poland China
What breed is the largest ?
Poland China
What are the Poland China pigs known for ?
having sound feet and legs and producing high quality carcasses
What breed is not a popular meat production in the U.S.?
Red Wattle