Meet our subjects!
The Duroc, Berkshire, and Yorkshire stars on day 1 of the Autumn Pig Research study:
OUR GOALProvide evidence of the relationship between swine breed and all aspects of meat production. |
FirstQuantity of Meat
This study will answer the question of which breed grows the fastest, (pounds/day) resulting in more meat in a given time.
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NextQuality of Meat
This study will answer the question of which breed results in the best tasting/textured pork chop by the processing date.
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FinallyBack Fat Quantity
This study will answer the question of which breed produces the biggest amount of back fat, resulting in high priced meat cuts.
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