In this article we will discuss about Pig Farming:- 1. Introduction to Pig Farming 2. Taxonomic Features of Pig Farming 3. Advantages 4. Target Group. Introduction to Pig Farming: Our country is facing the challenges of securing food. So nutritional security to fast growing population needs an integrated approach for livestock farming. Piggery is most potential source of meat production [...]
List of top nine imported breeds of pig used in India:- 1. Large White Yorkshire 2. Landrace 3. Middle White Yorkshire 4. Berkshire 5. Hampshire 6. Tamworth 7. Duroc 8. Chesterwhite 9. Hereford. Imported Breed # 1. Large White Yorkshire: It is the most extensively used exotic breed in India (Fig. 11.1). The Large White Yorkshire is a popular English [...]
The following points highlight the four main points to be considered while selecting pigs for farming from available breeds. The points are: 1. General Form or Types 2. Size or Weight for Age 3. Development in the Regions of High-Priced Cuts of Pork 4. Quality - Performance or Productive Ability. 1. General Form or Types: As for form or type, [...]