There's a lot to recommend guinea pigs as the perfect family pet: They're small, easy to care for, and have sweet temperaments. Also known as cavies, there are 13 breeds of guinea pigs officially ...

In the wake of World War II, the rise of industrial agriculture fundamentally changed the world of meat production. Large-scale operations prioritized a few specialized pig breeds, optimized for ...

According to livestock experts, there are over 100 breeds of pig in the world. However, in Kenya, farmers concentrate on four major breeds, which do well in the market.

The Mangalitsa pig, a "heritage breed" hailing from Hungary, is prized for its flavor. The woolly coat is a bonus. Courtesy Molly Peterson, Heritage Hollow Farm Jere Gettle was 8 years old when he ...

Watchlist has highlighted concern over one of the UK’s most iconic pig breeds.  There has been a 23% reduction in the number of Gloucestershire Old Spot pigs dams producing registered pigs. The breed ...