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 ...

Well-muscled and hairy, Ole is 300 kilos (more than 660 pounds) of uncastrated boarhood. The fine specimen of a purebred Swabian-Hall stud pig works at his farm's "Eros Center" breeding area, helping ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images When it comes to different guinea pig breeds, there are more breeds than you ...

Peru is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the genetically modified guinea pig that appears on menus across the country. Developed in 2004 by the National Institute of Agrarian Innovation, this breed ...

With everything ‘80s making a comeback, the perm could be next—but as usual, animals are way ahead of us. Many domestic animals, such as pigs, horses, and chickens, have been bred to sport wavy locks.

Hog Island Sheep can shed their wool but can be shorn for fiber. Find the best farm animals for beginners among heritage livestock breeds. Pick a pig, get a goat, decide on a donkey, and more. Many ...

The modern pig in breeding herds around the world has been managed to reach some of the highest levels of reproductive ...