Almost all (99%) of the female lines are Yorkshire and Landrace. Males range between Yorkshire, Duroc, Pietran and Hampshire. We do not use pure breed for market hogs, as our experience has taught us that pure breeds do not make for the best quality of pork. Breeding stock however are pure bred. We have developed the best possible pork through crossing the above stated breeds, and continue to work with the BC Producers on genetics to provide consistent, quality pork.
What kind of breeds does Johnston’s pork come from?
