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Swine Breeds ASI 105
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Berkshire | Erect ears, black with 6 white points, unique marbling content |
| Poland China | Low dropped ears, black with 6 white points |
| Duroc | one of the 4 main breeds, known for high growth rate, brown/red in color, down ears, terminal strengths |
| Spotted Poland China | Down ears, spotted color (80% black 20% white or visa versa) |
| Chester White | Down ears, white in color, maternal strengths |
| Hampshire | one of the 4 main breeds, erect ears, black white white "belt", outstanding carcass, terminal strengths |
| Landrace | one of the 4 main breeds, maternal strengths, long in the neck/head with longer down ears |
| Yorkshire | one of the 4 main breeds, white, erect ears, "mother breed" |
| Pietrain | Erect ears, muscular/lean with faded spotted pattern, palatability concerns |