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Growth Performance and Ultrasonic Scan of Purebred Berkshire Pigs Housed in Hoop Buildings in Iowa (Trials 3 and 4)

Authors: P. Matthew Matthew Swantek (Iowa State University) , David R. Stender (Iowa State University) , John W. Mabry (Iowa State University) , Mark S. Honeyman (Iowa State University) , Wayne B. Roush (Iowa State University)

  • Growth Performance and Ultrasonic Scan of Purebred Berkshire Pigs Housed in Hoop Buildings in Iowa (Trials 3 and 4)

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    Growth Performance and Ultrasonic Scan of Purebred Berkshire Pigs Housed in Hoop Buildings in Iowa (Trials 3 and 4)

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Abstract

A certified Berkshire program continues to lead niche pork production markets based on its meat quality advantage over commodity-based pork. This economic advantage is especially valuable for smaller, more traditional pork producers. The disadvantages of Berkshire pigs are fatter carcasses, slower gains, and less efficient feed conversion compared with commodity pork production. Consequently, these pigs are often a better fit for less intensive or lower production systems.

Keywords: Animal Science

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Swantek, P. M., Stender, D. R., Mabry, J. W., Honeyman, M. S. & Roush, W. B., (2014) “Growth Performance and Ultrasonic Scan of Purebred Berkshire Pigs Housed in Hoop Buildings in Iowa (Trials 3 and 4)”, Iowa State University Research and Demonstration Farms Progress Reports 2013(1).

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2014-01-01

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