The N.Z. Pig Breeders’ Association Herd Book contains the registration of Berkshires, 1155; Tamworths, 874; Large Blacks, 565; Large Whites, 187. This gives a total of 2781 registrations, an increase of 68 on last year’s registrations. No Duroc Jerseys or Middle Whites were registered, tv tv tv The average weekly quantity of home killed and imported meat consumed by civilians in Great Britain is estimated to be 20,000 tons and 16,000 tons respectively, states the Ministry of Food.
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Northland Age, Volume IX, Issue 65, 24 May 1940, Page 2
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