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Fig. 143. Three representative Poland-Chinas. 



short, slightly arched, and supports a broad, well- 

 rounded body. The shoulders and hams are very heavy 

 and thick-fleshed. Duroc-Jerseys are splendid feeders 

 and good grazers and are justly popular in all sections. 

 299. The Poland-China breed is a native of Ohio. 

 The color is black, with white points on feet and head. 

 The ears are lopped, jowls are large, and the back has 

 a gradual yet moderate arch the entire length. The 

 body is shorter, but more spreading than in the Berk- 

 shire. As a rule, the sides and hams contain a smaller 

 percentage of lean meat than the Berkshires. The pigs 

 of this breed mature early, and as feeders under confine- 

 ment, are rated among the best, and are especially liked 



Fig. 144. Three representative Berkshires. 



