Breeds of Pigs

Which breed is exceptionally long bodied with large, drooping ears?

• Berkshire
• Hampshire
• Yorkshire
• American Landrace

Which US state played a large role in the origination of the Chester White?

• Pennsylvania
• Connecticut
• New Jersey
• New Hampshire

In order to be registered, Hampshires should have what color characteristics?

• White covering more than two thirds of the body
• Black coats, white feet and legs, a white stripe on the face and a white tip on the tail
• Black with a white band encircling the shoulders, including the front legs and feet
• Red colroing and hair all over body

What color is the Yorkshire?

• Red
• White
• Black
• Pink

What is the former breed name of the Spot?

• Spotted Poland China
• Poland China
• Spotted Berkshire
• It has always been known as the Spotted

Hampshires are often used as sires in what kinds of operations?

• Bacon
• Market
• Crossbreed
• Milking

The Duroc originated in what part of the United States?

• Southwestern
• Midwestern
• Southeastern
• Northeastern

Which breed is thought to have originated the crossed of the old English hog and hogs of Chinese and Siamese origin?

• Yorkshire
• Poland China
• Berkshire
• Spotted

What is the desired color for Spot swine?

• 25% black and 75% white
• 50% red and 50% white
• 50% black and 50% white
• 75% black and 25% white

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a Red Wattle?

• solid red
• ears should be drooping
• erect ears
• wattles hanging from the neck