Types and Breeds of Hogs 219 



in the corn-belt states. They are typically represen- 

 tative of the lard-hog type. 



300. Berkshires take their names from a shire, or 

 county, of England. Berkshires have erect ears, a black 

 body, generally with a white streak in the face, or jowl, 

 and four white feet. The back of the Berkshires is nearly 

 straight, with moderate breadth. The barrel is long, 

 with slightly arched ribs and deep sides. They are strong 

 and active and are good grazers. The Berkshire is a 

 good feeder and affords a good quantity of bacon. 



Fig. 145. Three representative Tarn worths. 



301. Tamworth. The native home of the Tamworth 

 breed is in the counties of central England. They are 

 typical of the bacon type of hog, so popular in some sec- 

 tions of England and Canada. With the increasing high 

 prices for fancy bacon, they are becoming more widely 

 recognized than ever before. The color is red. The back 

 is long, while the sides are moderately deep and contain 

 a large amount of "streak-o'-leah" bacon. The hams 

 and shoulders are without the large amount of external 

 fat so noticeably present in Poland-Chinas and Duroc- 

 Jerseys. 



