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Turning Wild Pigs into Farm Animals: Early Results on Meat and Consumer Opinions
Jenn Hoskins
26th July, 2024
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Key Findings
- In Martinique, Creole pigs showed better growth performance on one farm compared to another, with higher daily weight gain and carcass weight
- Consumers preferred the meat from younger pigs, rating it higher in tenderness and juiciness
- There is a strong consumer preference for processed Creole pork products like sausage and ham over fresh meat, with a focus on taste and quality
AgricultureHealthAnimal Science
References
Main Study
1) Re-domestication of feral pigs in Martinique: first results of growing-finishing trials to test meat consumption and consumers' perceptions.
Published 24th July, 2024
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11250-024-04051-6
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