Contact Information

Dr. Tony Pescatore, Ph.D.
Interim Department Chair

900 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

+1 (859) 257-2686

Swine Discovery - Breeds - Duroc

Swine Discovery - Breeds - Duroc

Swine Discovery - Breeds - Duroc


Duroc

  • Origin - Developed in the U.S. from two straings of red hosgs: the Jersey Red of New Jersey and Duroc of New York.
  • Color - A solid red color ranging from a very light gold to a very dark red.
  • Ears - Small to medium size and drooping.
  • Important Traits - Excellent rate of gain and feed efficiency.
Duroc - boar
Boar

 

Duroc - gilt
Gilt

 

Contact Information

Dr. Tony Pescatore, Ph.D.
Interim Department Chair

900 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

+1 (859) 257-2686