Tamworth pigs

GPTKB entity

Properties (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf pig breed
gptkbp:adaptation good in outdoor systems
gptkbp:breedingSeason breeding programs exist
year-round breeding possible
used in crossbreeding for hardiness
encouraged for conservation purposes
gptkbp:colors red
wiry_hair
gptkbp:communitySupport supported by local communities
gptkbp:conservationEfforts rare breed
supported by various organizations
gptkbp:cookingMethod vulnerable to disease
gptkbp:cuisine high intramuscular fat
bacon and pork
distinctive and rich flavor
gptkbp:cultivation favored by small-scale farmers
suitable for free-range farming
traditional farming practices beneficial
gptkbp:cultural_heritage part of the heritage breeds movement
gptkbp:culturalSignificance part_of_local_heritage_in_England
gptkbp:diet omnivorous
gptkbp:environment thrives in varied environments
gptkbp:exhibits featured in agricultural shows
gptkbp:faced large, floppy ears
gptkbp:food_options high quality, flavorful meat
gptkbp:geneticDiversity important for genetic diversity
gptkbp:growthRate moderate
gptkbp:historicalResearch subject of genetic research studies
gptkbp:historicalSignificance one of the oldest British pig breeds
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Tamworth pigs
gptkbp:ingredients used in artisanal pork products
gptkbp:intelligence intelligent animals
gptkbp:lifespan 10 to 15 years
gptkbp:litterSize 6 to 12 piglets
gptkbp:market growing interest in heritage breeds
gptkbp:operatingHours good mothers
gptkbp:origin gptkb:Tamworth,_England
gptkbp:personalityTrait docile
gptkbp:productQuality known for high-quality pork
gptkbp:reproduction 6 to 8 months
gptkbp:rollingStock available from specialized breeders
gptkbp:size medium to large
gptkbp:skin thick skin
slow-growing compared to commercial breeds
gptkbp:socialResponsibility social animals
gptkbp:sustainability considered sustainable breed
gptkbp:targetMarket gaining popularity in gourmet markets
gptkbp:usedFor meat production
gptkbp:weight 250 to 350 pounds
gptkbp:wildlife high welfare standards recommended
requires good animal husbandry practices
gptkbp:youthClub quick to learn