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Suggestions on Breeding Investigations

Peoria, Illinois

Abstract

In behalf of the National Association of Swine Records, I want to express deep appreciation for the privilege of appearing before this meeting of the American Society of Animal Production. When we sought the opportunity, your president was most willing to allow us to present our views and suggestions regarding some of the swine investigations being carried on at our State college experiment stations. The statements we will make are founded on what we consider the best interests of the purebred swine industry and we hope they will be received open mindedly.

The most serious problem facing purebred swine breeders today is the lack of farmer-demand for good breeding stock. Too many farmers have had their standards lowered regarding selection of their herd boars. Too many are content to buy the cheapest boar available, regardless of color, conformation or breeding. We know of one Iowa community sale barn that has sold 100 boars in two of its sales during November, most of them being nondescript, inferior animals.