Region × species fit

Pigs breeds for the Corn Belt Core.

Humid continental with the highest-productivity row-crop soils in the United States. Long-enough season for full-RM corn (108–115) and MG 2.5–3.8 soybeans. Below are pigs breeds rated for fit in this region.

4 states
175-day season
32–42" rain/yr

Breed fit ratings

Berkshire
excellent fit
Iowa, Illinois, Indiana have both the heritage-pork direct-marketing channels and the seedstock infrastructure for Berkshire production.
Forage: good · Climate: Cold winters require basic shelter; summers require shade and wallows.
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