BREEDS
This breed originated in Chester County, Pennsylvania and has floppy ears
What is the CHESTER WHITE?
The most important nutrient in a swine ration.
What is WATER?
Elevated body temperature is another term for this
What is a FEVER?
This body part is used by pigs for smelling and rooting.
What is the SNOUT?
A male pig that has been castrated.
What is a BARROW?
This breed is black with a white belt around its shoulders and front legs.
What is the HAMPSHIRE?
This nutrient is needed in the largest amount and provides energy
What are carbohydrates?
Keeping new pigs separated from the herd is called this
What is QUARANTINE?
This body part lies between the last rib and the ham.
What is the LOIN?
The period from breeding to farrowing averages this many days.
What is 114 DAYS?
or What is 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS, and 3 DAYS?
The red-colored breed is known for hardiness and good mothering ability.
What is the DUROC?
This nutrient is essential for muscle growth and repair
What is PROTEIN?
The practice of preventing disease through sanitation and management is called this
What is BIOSECURITY?
The joint that attaches a pig's foot to its leg. It is sometimes referred to as the pork knuckle.
What is a HOCK?
This is the normal body temperature range for a pig
What is about 101-103*F?
The Chester White, the Landrace, and the Yorkshire are all white pigs. One of these breeds has erect ears and is known for having large litters.
What is the YORKSHIRE?
Corn is primarily used in swine diets as a source of this
What is ENERGY?
Subcutaneous injections are given here
What is UNDER THE SKIN?
This major muscle area is found in the rear leg of the pig.
What is the HAM?
All 4H pigs must have this type of identification before exhibition.
What is an RFID ear tag?
This black breed has six white points: face, feet, and tail tip.
What is the POLAND CHINA?
This amino acid is often the first limiting amino acid in swine diets
What is LYSINE?
This disease is caused by a lack of iron in young piglets
What is IRON-DEFICIENCY ANEMIA?
The section of the leg located just below the dewclaws and directly above the hooves. It provides crucial flexibility, cushion, and stability when the pig walks.
What is the PASTERN?
The period of time which an animal is pregnant is called
What is GESTATION?