Swine

Iowa’s Changing Swine Industry

Authors: Mark S. Honeyman (Iowa State University) , Michael D. Duffy (Iowa State University)

Abstract

Iowa has led the U.S. in swine production and pig inventory since the 1880s. Pig production has been a reliable value-added enterprise on many Iowa farms for generations. In spite of this 120-year national leadership, Iowa’s swine industry has been changing profoundly within the state.

Keywords: ASL R2158

How to Cite: Honeyman, M. S. & Duffy, M. D. (2006) “Iowa’s Changing Swine Industry”, Iowa State University Animal Industry Report. 3(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/ans_air-180814-925