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Berkshire pig

Berkshire pig

The Berkshire was one of the early breeds imported from Britain, and was popular for bacon and pork.

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New Zealand Pig Breeders Association Inc

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Allan Gillingham. 'Pigs and the pork industry', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 27-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/pigs-and-the-pork-industry/2/1