Adapted from Blakely and Bade. The Science of Animal Husbandry Breeds of Swine Agriscience 102 Applied Agricultural Science and Technology Edited By: Richard Towns

Adapted from Blakely and Bade. The Science of Animal Husbandry Objective Identify major swine breeds and their characteristics.

Adapted from Blakely and Bade. The Science of Animal Husbandry Uses of Swine Used mainly for meat production. Have been used for research. Some are used for Lard production.

Adapted from Blakely and Bade. The Science of Animal Husbandry American Landrace Developed in Denmark. First shipment came to the U.S. in the 1940s. White in color Known for bacon and very long sided carcasses. Square hams and short legs. Advantages: –Good feed conversion –Prolific in reproduction –longer than any other breed due to extra vertebra.

Adapted from Blakely and Bade. The Science of Animal Husbandry Berkshire Originated in England. Black with white feet, face, and tail switch. Face is dished and ears are erect. Advantages: –Excellent Meat type –Long Body –High Quality Carcass

Adapted from Blakely and Bade. The Science of Animal Husbandry Chester White Originated in Pennsylvania. Breed recognized in White in color. Good Mother Advantages: –Large Litters –High Dressing % –Prolific –High Quality Carcass –Produces Large Hams

Adapted from Blakely and Bade. The Science of Animal Husbandry Duroc Developed from blending of Jersey Reds and Durocs of New York. Red from light to dark with cherry red being preferred. Advantages: –Excellent Rate of gain. –Early maturing –Feed efficiency –Good meat type carcass. –Sow has large litters.

Adapted from Blakely and Bade. The Science of Animal Husbandry Hampshire Originated in Kentucky. Black pig with white belt around the shoulders and front legs. Advantages: –Produce long carcasses –Low in backfat –High in muscling –Good mothering ability –Good gainer

Adapted from Blakely and Bade. The Science of Animal Husbandry Poland China Originated in Ohio. Black with white feet, face, and tip of the tail. Droopy Ears. Advantages: –Develops heavy hams. –Quality carcasses –Reach maximum weight at a given age.

Adapted from Blakely and Bade. The Science of Animal Husbandry Yorkshire Originated in England. White with a dished face and erect ears. “ The Mother Breed” Advantages: –Large Litters –Good Mothering Ability –Good Feed Converter –High Dressing % Carcass.

Adapted from Blakely and Bade. The Science of Animal Husbandry Review What are two main uses of pork. Name five breeds of swine? Discuss three characteristics of every breed of swine listed in this slide show.

Adapted from Blakely and Bade. The Science of Animal Husbandry Any Questions? The End Photos adapted from Oklahoma State University animal science web site.