Swine values: Body types and carcasses studied for development of a better hog
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Peter C. GainesAuthor Affiliations
Peter C. Gaines is Assistant Farm Advisor, San Joaquin County.Publication Information
Hilgardia 3(10):11-11. DOI:10.3733/ca.v003n10p11. October 1949.
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Abstract
The carcass value of a fat hog is not always indicated by the dressing percentage, nor by the body type.
Gaines P. 1949. Swine values: Body types and carcasses studied for development of a better hog. Hilgardia 3(10):11-11. DOI:10.3733/ca.v003n10p11
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