Extension
Date of this Version
10-1938
Document Type
Article
Citation
Loeffel, W. J. (1938). A manual for hog raisers (University of Nebraska Agricultural Experiment Station Circular No. 40)
Abstract
Hogs are one of Nebraska's principal sources of agricultural income. The popularity of the pig is doubtless due largely to his efficiency as a meat producer. He uses less feed to make a given gain than either the steer or the sheep. On being slaughtered, the pig dresses out a higher percentage of meat than either of the other two meat animals. Since pork is generally fatter than beef or lamb, it has a higher energy value. Pork lends itself to curing processes and, as cured meat and lard, occupies an important place in the world's commerce. Processing aids in obtaining an orderly distribution throughout the year.
Comments
ISSN 0099-5460 (print)
ISSN 2690-8034 (online)