Questions and Answers
The Napole gene is usually associated with what breed of swine?
What breed of swine originated in Ohio from 1800 to 1850?
The best definition for 'doe' is?
The term finish refers to the amount of _______________ on a hog.
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This swine breed was developed in Indiana.
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A 'kid' refers to?
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The Chinese Hogs that have been imported to the USA have ____________.
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What term usually refers to the evaluation of a bull by the performance of a number of its offspring?
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When judging market classes, what refers to the natural fleshing of the animal?
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This breed of swine originated in Denmark and was imported to the US in 1934.
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What term refers to the method of collecting records on beef cattle herds to be used for selecting the most productive animals?
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When judging market classes, what refers to the refinement of the head, hide, bone, and hair?
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When judging market classes, what refers to the way an animal shows and the way it carries itself?
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Common kidding percentage of Boer goats is?
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When were Boer goats introduced to the United States?
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When do Spanish goats typically breed?
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What term refers to the appearance of a live animal?
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What is the name of the record of the ancestors of an animal?
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When judging market classes, what refers to the general conformation of an animal, and is best determined by the side view?
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When judging market classes, what is the amount of fat cover on an animal?
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When judging market classes, what refers to the general structure and proportion of the animal's body?
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When giving your oral reasons, how close should you be to the judge?
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This breed of hog is white in color and was first imported from Denmark in 1934, which one is the breed?
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In today's pork production, what is the biggest cost of production (% of the total cost of production)?
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Which breed of swine originated in Denmark, is white in color, long-bodied with erect ears that flop forward and down?
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Symbol III is ___________________.
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Study Notes
Swine Breeds
- Hampshire swine are associated with the Napole gene, a genetic trait influencing meat quality.
- Poland China originated in Ohio between 1800 and 1850, known for large, efficient carcasses.
- Spotted breed developed in Indiana, recognized for good growth rates and carcass quality.
- American Landrace, imported from Denmark in 1934, is distinct for its long body and erect, forward-flopping ears.
Goat Terminology
- A "doe" refers to a female goat of any age, irrespective of having given birth.
- A "kid" is defined as a goat under one year of age, crucial for understanding goat lifecycle.
- Boer goats typically achieve a kidding percentage of around 200%, indicating reproductive efficiency.
- Spanish goats are unique as they breed year-round, adapting to varying environmental conditions.
Market Judging Criteria
- "Finish" describes the amount of fat on a hog, important in determining meat quality.
- Muscling refers to the natural fleshing of the animal, a critical criterion in market classes.
- Quality assesses the refinement in aspects like head, hide, bone, and hair when judging livestock.
- Style pertains to how an animal presents itself, including posture and movement, influencing buyer perception.
Evaluation and Testing
- Progeny testing involves evaluating a bull based on the performance of its offspring, guiding breeding decisions.
- Performance testing is key for selecting productive animals in beef cattle herds, emphasizing record collection.
Animal Characteristics
- "Conformation" represents the physical appearance of a live animal, aiding in assessment consistency.
- Pedigree is vital for tracking an animal's ancestry, important in breeding programs.
- The type describes the overall conformation and is best evaluated from a side view, influencing potential market value.
Production Factors
- Feed constitutes the largest percentage of total production costs in modern pork production, highlighting efficiency areas.
- Generally recognized costs help assess overall livestock economics and inform financial planning for producers.
Oral Presentation Techniques
- When presenting reasons orally, maintain a distance of 4 to 6 feet from the judge for clear communication and engagement.
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