THE BERKSHIRE BREED 
Tail—Well set up on back; tapering and not coarse................ 
Legs—Short, straight, and strong, set wide apart, with hoofs erect and 
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Symmetry—Well proportioned throughout, depending largely on con- 
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Condition—-In a good, healthy, growing state; not over-fed.......... 
Style—Attractive, spirited, indicative of thorough breeding and con- 
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REVIEW, 
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a) 
1. Give a general description of the Berkshire breed. What is the 
color? Shape of face? Tendency of ears? 
. Tell of the origin and history of this breed. 
. Tell of the early importation to America. 
. Tell of their present distribution. 
. What differences in type are found among Berkshires? 
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6. Tell of their suitability to filling the demands for fat hogs and 
for bacon hogs. 
7. Discuss their early maturity; flesh; size of litters. 
