Pig Breeds
Which breed
Originated in England
Black color, white points and nose
Short faced with erect ears
Early-maturing
Juicy, flavorful, tender meat
Berkshire
True/ False
Pigs are extremely intelligent and curious animals
True
Who won the NFL AP Comeback Player of the Year in 2010?
Michael Vick
Name two places to look for muscle in a pig.
Shoulder, back, rear
What breed is an
Average 3-ft long, 15-inches tall, and 70 – 150 lbs
Solid black to solid white with a variety of spots
potbelly
What two things contributes to how a pig acts and behaves?
genetics and experiences
What was the name of the band that sings "I'll kill you that way"
The Merkins
What is pig hair used for?
paint brushes
What is the first thing you look for in a market pig?
muscle
What breed is
Developed in the United States
Black and white spotted with drooping ears
Able to transmit their fast-gaining, feed efficient, meat qualities to their offspring
Spot
True/False
Pigs would rather be alone than with other pigs
False
What does the acronym USDA stand for?
United States Department of Agriculture
What are three things that pigs are used for?
(Other than meat)
Crayons, glue, insulin, weed killer, floor wax, chalk, antifreeze, Cosmetics
Name two places to look for fat on a pig.
Back, Jowl, rear
What breed
Originated in Denmark
White in color with huge drooping ears
Longer than other breeds because of extra vertebrae
More confinement adaptable
Landrace
Why do pigs roll in mud and feces?
They cannot sweat so they do it to stay cool.
What is the name of the spider-man whose suit is black and red?
Miles Morales
Define the butterfly on a pig
The muscle pattern that is on the pigs back that goes onto its spine.
What breed is
Black with white patches, drooping ears, and large size
Maximum weight at any given age
Excellent feeders – gain readily
Quiet nature and hardy constitution
Poland
Define Rooting
When a pig uses its nose to push up whatever it comes into contact with.
Who won the Superbowl in 2006?
Pittsburgh Steelers
What cut of meat from the pig is the fattiest?
belly/side (source of bacon)
Explain how we place a swine class
you put them in the order of which one you like the most to the least