LARD TYPE BREEDS OF SWINE 521 



Points 

 Symmetry or adaptation of points— The adaptation of all tlio points, 



size and style combined to maise the desired type or model . . . .' 3 



Total 



100 



Oisc[ualifications for registry; 



1. Sows scoring less than 60 points. 



2. Boars scoring less than 70 points. 



3. Red or black hair in coat. 



4. Barren or stunted animals. 



The Duroc-Jersey breed of swine is of American origin, 

 and has gone through its most important development in 

 the middle west, especially in Ohio. This is a red breed, 

 the color varying from a light sandy red to a dark cherry 

 red. The brighter color is more popular. Very dark red 

 or chestnut is objectionable. Black spots in the skin are 

 also unpopular. In size, the Duroc-Jersey ranks among the 

 large breeds. Boars two years old or over, in fair condi- 

 tion, shou.ld weigh about 600 pounds, and sows of the same 

 age and condition about 500 pounds. Boars twelve months 

 old, in fair condition, should weigh about 350 pounds, and 

 sows of the same age and condition about 300 pounds. 



Fig. 287. — Duroc-Jersey sow, "Pearl M. C 



