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LIVESTOCK ON THE FARM 

 BREEDS OF SWINE 



In swine the matter of breed is of very secondary considera- 

 tion. The principal considerations are size, vigor, breeding 

 and feeding. The man should choose the breed he likes best 



FIG. 48. Berkshire sow. (From "Swine" by author for Breeder's Gazette.) 



FIG. 49. Chester White sow. (From "Swine" by author for 

 Breeder's Gazette.) 



can work with to the best advantage, just as the artisan chooses 

 the material he prefers. 



The smaller breeds on account of lack of size seem gradually 



