The aim of this work was to analyse the distribution of causal and candidate mutations
associated to relevant productive traits in twenty local European pig breeds. Also, the …

The purpose of the research was to investigate the carcass composition, meat quality and
chemical composition of pigs from two pork chains for the production of traditional dry/cured …

The study was designed for the comparison of barrows and gilts of two contrasting
genotypes in terms of growth ability, carcass value and meat quality. A total of 76 pigs (from …

Abstract the aim of the study was to discuss breeding of pigs of the puławska breed, which is
included in a genetic resources conservation programme, and to analyse performance …

Simple Summary The conservation of indigenous animal breeds is important, in terms of
global food security and agricultural sustainability. The Prestice Black-Pied pig is a Czech …

To compare quality traits of longissimus lumborum muscle of three genotypes, 20 White
Mangalica (WM), 20 crossbred Duroc× White Mangalica (DWM) and 20 Large White (LW) …

Nowadays, meat and meat products from indigenous pig breeds are desired by consumers
for their high sensory quality. For that reason, the trend to use indigenous pig breeds for …

The aim of this study was to test the effect of various dietary protein contents (CP) on the
carcass traits and the meat quality of Cinta Senese pigs. A total of 60 Cinta Senese pigs …

The rearing system of livestock plays a vital role in animal production, meat quality, and
overall welfare. This study aimed to assess the influence of cage-rearing system and forest …

Simple Summary Fat contained in meat is an important contributor to sensory traits: it
increases meat tenderness and flavor. In commercial pigs, increasing meat's fat was …