Finally took the plunge.... breed info wanted. =)

[WhiteMountainsRanch]

I put a couple newborn baby Berkshire's on reserve! Tell me everything I need to know about this breed please!!!

 

[bj taylor]

hope you get lots of answers. i'm watching your post. I want to take the plunge too. i'm leaning toward kune kune - mostly because of size issues.

 

[Baymule]

I have read where kune kune do not root up the ground, good if you don't want your pasture torn up.

 

[Parsnip]

I used to raise Berkshire/ York crosses in 4-H!!! (for 7 years)

Berkshire are honestly THE BEST.
They're full of personality(like most pigs)
I've raised York, Chester White, Belted, and Duroc hogs, along with Berkshire.
I personally LOVE Duroc and Berkshire.

PLUS, they have a lovely lean, evenly marbled mild meat.
All the Berkshires I've purchased were long-bodied and had lean muscle mass.

I would also highly suggest Duroc hogs.
They have a great body shape and gentle personalities!

The Berkshire gilts that I've owned have always been incredibly friendly

LIKE ALL PIGS THOUGH -
They require a lot of time and energy.
All pigs are escape artists, so make sure you have the right fencing and shelter!


Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy. HAVE FUN.
And please post pictures when you get them!
I'd love to see!

 

[Four Winds Ranch]

We have had a few Berkshires over the years! I have found them to be calm and relaxed which is nice (lol, it might just depend on the pig!) Let me tell you though, they sure can get big!!!
I believe our biggest sows we have ever had was 'Rosie' (Landrace) at 874lbs, and 'New Spot' (Berkshire) at 739lbs!!!!!!
Good luck with your new piggies!!!
Have fun!

 

[Parsnip]

WHOA
Those are some big pigs!

I never get to see them that big...
I always have to sell them off once they reach 250-300lbs.
THEY ARE STILL BABIES