Pigs breed profile
Tamworth
- Heritage bacon pig
- England / Ireland
- medium
- Temperament: active
- Heritage
- Conservancy: Threatened
Tamworth is the heritage bacon pig — long bodies, high lean-meat ratios, and exceptional foraging on pasture and woodland. Strong fit for heritage direct-marketing and woodland-pig systems.
Handler safety note
Active and curious. Boars dangerous; standard swine protocols.
Production & size
Mature size and output.
Female weight
400–500 lbs
Male weight
500–650 lbs
Daily gain
1.2 lbs/day
Reproductive traits
Gestation
114 days
Litter size
8
Seasonality
year round
Maternal
excellent
Health & climate
Parasite resistance
good
Heat tolerance
good
Cold hardiness
excellent
Humidity tolerance
good
Common health concerns
- Athletic and active — fencing must be substantial
Management requirements
Experience
some experience
Housing
basic shelter
Fencing
electric
Feed system
pasture, grain supplement
Market access
Commercial market
limited
Direct-market appeal
excellent
Premium potential
Yes
Premier heritage bacon breed in the U.S. — high direct-marketing premium for cured products.
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