Swine Discovery - Breeds - Hereford
Swine Discovery - Breeds - Hereford
Hereford
- Origin - Developed in the U.S. in Iowa and Nebraska.
- Color - At least 2/3 red with a white head, ears, underline, feet and switch.
- Ears - Medium sized and drooping.
- Important Traits - Carcass quality (intramuscular fat).
![Hereford - boar](/sites/afs.ca.uky.edu/files/inline-images/hereford-boar-updated.jpg)
![Hereford - gilt](/sites/afs.ca.uky.edu/files/inline-images/hereford-gilt-updated.jpg)