Danish Landrace

breed of hog

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The Danish Landrace is a breed of pig known for its long body and white color, often with small black spots. It was developed in Denmark from a localized population of native swine, with the goal of creating a superior pig for export, particularly for Wiltshire bacon to England. This breed gained international attention in the 1930s when it was crossed with American breeds, leading to new lines that produced leaner meat and larger litters. Landrace pigs are primarily raised for meat and lard.123

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…outstanding new breed was the Danish Landrace, which in the 1930s was crossed with several older American breeds, eventually giving rise to several new, mildly inbred lines. These lines produced more lean meat and less fat, as well as larger litters and bigger pigs.
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…outstanding new breed was the Danish Landrace, which in the 1930s was crossed with several older American breeds, eventually giving rise to several new, mildly inbred lines. These lines produced more lean meat and less fat, as well as larger litters and bigger pigs.
Read More