Breeds
How many U.S Swine breeds are there worldwide
40
What state was the Hamphsire brought to?
Kentucky
Pigs are found all over the world except what?
Antarctica
What is the scientific name for pigs?
Porcine
A castrated male that cannot have babies
a barrow
Breed of pig with erect ears and is a dual purpose breed
Yorkshire
Where did berkshire originate?
England
Where did the potbelly pig orignate?
Vietnam
_____ _____ ______ is made for pigs to be better using less feed
Swine Company Genes
What is the most popular breed of pig?
Yorkshire
The name of the breed that has high feed efficiency and a fast rate of growth.
Duroc
Where did the Duroc Originate
new jersey
Where were pigs brought to roam?
Europe
What is the term for mom characteristics
Maternal
Why are red wattles named red wattles?
What pig breed has the largest litter size
Landrace
What city and state are the Chester White from?
Chester co. Pennsylvania
Where were pigs domesticated at?
China
A female that has not produced offspring but can produce
A gilt
How many classifications of U.S swine breeds are there
There are 4 classifications.
Which breed of swine is black with a white belt across the shoulders and has erect ears?
Hampshire
How many -shire swine breeds are there?
3
What country has the greatest pork production?
China
What has greater performance, growth rates, and increased hybrid vigor?
Crossbreeding
How many breeds impact the pork industry worldwide?
The amount of breeds are 8