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Landrace

The Landrace pig breed originated in Denmark. It is known for its excellent reproductive performance, high-quality meat, and adaptability to various housing systems. Landrace pigs have a white coat and are characterized by their long bodies and drooping ears. They are commonly used in crossbreeding programs to improve other pig breeds due to their desirable traits.

Large White(LW)

The Large White pig breed originated in the United Kingdom. It is characterized by its large size, white color, and erect ears. Large White pigs are known for their excellent meat quality, adaptability to various environments, and high productivity. They are often used as a foundation breed in crossbreeding programs to improve meat yield and growth rates.

Duroc

The Duroc pig breed originated in the United States. It is known for its reddish-brown color, muscular build, and high-quality meat. Duroc pigs are highly valued for their growth rate, feed efficiency, and meat marbling, which contributes to tenderness and flavor. They are frequently used in crossbreeding to enhance meat quality in other pig breeds.

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