In the wake of World War II, the rise of industrial agriculture fundamentally changed the world of meat production. Large-scale operations prioritized a few specialized pig breeds, optimized for ...

Peru is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the genetically modified guinea pig that appears on menus across the country. Developed in 2004 by the National Institute of Agrarian Innovation, this breed ...

Well-muscled and hairy, Ole is 300 kilos (more than 660 pounds) of uncastrated boarhood. The fine specimen of a purebred Swabian-Hall stud pig works at his farm's "Eros Center" breeding area, helping ...

Animals reared in natural, outdoor conditions without nasty modern drugs yield healthier meat, right? Not necessarily. Receive a weekly dose of discovery in your inbox! We'll also keep you up to date ...

Where did the Hereford pig originate? Read more about the Hereford pig breed, an easygoing hog that adapts nicely to most climates. Homegrown Pork (Storey Publishing, 2013) by Sue Weaver guides you ...

COLUMBIA, Mo., Dec. 8 (UPI) --Researchers at the University of Missouri have developed a pig breed resistant to an incurable disease currently costing farmers $660 million annually. Swine infected by ...