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100% Pastured Berkshire Pork

The National Barrow Show® Sire Progeny Tests sponsored by Hormel Foods, National Association of Swine Records and Iowa State University from 1991 – 2015. Meat quality and eating quality trait results confirm the premium position of Pure Berkshire pork. Berkshire pork ranks at or near the top for: High Ultimate pH Score: Relates to low cooking loss, better water-holding capacity, high degree of tenderness. Loin Firmness / Drip Loss: Results in improved processing quality, tenderness. Meat Color: Consumers consistently prefer darker pork. Cooked Loin Quality: High scores for intramuscular fat percent, tenderness and juiciness all predict better consumer satisfaction.

HERITAGE

Berkshire pigs provide true ‘heritage’ pork. They were recognized and prized for their eating qualities over 300 years ago in England. They have the oldest recorded purebred swine pedigree history in the U.S., starting in 1875.

INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION

Japanese consumers have a special name for the Berkshire breed. They call it Kurobuta, or “black pig”. Because pork from the purebred Berkshire is so tender, juicy and flavorful, the Japanese have long recognized the value of Berkshire pork. Much of the ABA Certified 100% Pure Berkshire Pork produced in the United States is being exported to Japan.

STOCKMANSHIP & ANIMAL WELFARE

Purebred Berkshires are raised by farmers who are proud of their animals and dedicated to producing a product desired by consumers. Purebred Berkshire pigs are more sensitive to their environment than crossbred pigs. Berkshire pig producers must be excellent caretakers.

Source: American Berkshire Association