presentation which must be watched.

3. GUIDED BY-
DR. HINA ASHRAF WAIZ
PRESENTED BY-
SUBHITA PILANIA
BATCH-
ROLL NO-
Ist

4. ORIGIN
North eastern united state
and in the corn belt

5. The duroc breed which is the
outcome of blending of two breeds-
jersey reds and durocs of new York.

6. The breed is moderately red
coloured with shades varying from a
golden to cherry red colour

7. Duroc have considerable variation in
colours. An acceptable colour may
range from a very light golden,
almost yellow colour, to a very dark
red.

8. The red is a very practical colour that
suits pork producers, and since it is a
solid colour there is no concern
about fancy points of proper
markings.

9. Duroc have a medium lengths and
slight dish of the face.

10. The ears should be dropping and
should not be held erect.
The duroc is noted for excellent rate
of gain and feed efficiency.

11. Maturing early
The duroc sow has large litter and is a
good mother.
The careass is considered as a good
meat type

12. The weight of mature bear is about
400 kg and sow it is normally 350 kg.
The breed is now popular both in
south east asia and in the American
tropics mostly due to its hardiness and
fast growth.

13. Duroc have 2/3 loop of ear.
Popular for proltficay
Duroc – excellent mother.