Landrace

breed of pig

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The Landrace is a breed of pig that originated in Denmark. It is typically white with large, drooping ears and is known for its long body, making it well-suited for bacon production. While there are several breeds of Landrace pigs, they are generally raised for meat and lard.12

The term "landrace" can also refer to a local variety of a plant or animal species that has developed unique characteristics due to adaptation to a specific geographic region. These landraces often exhibit greater genetic diversity than breeds that have undergone formal breeding practices.1

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The Landrace is a white, lop-eared pig found in most countries in central and eastern Europe, with local varieties in Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, and Sweden. World attention was first drawn to the Landrace by Denmark, where since 1895 a superior pig has been produced, designed…
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The Landrace is a white, lop-eared pig found in most countries in central and eastern Europe, with local varieties in Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, and Sweden. World attention was first drawn to the Landrace by Denmark, where since 1895 a superior pig has been produced, designed…
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