Feeding Ractopamine Improves the Growth Performance and Carcass Characteristics of the Lard-Type Mangalica Pig

Feeding Ractopamine Improves the Growth Performance and Carcass Characteristics of the Lard-Type Mangalica Pig

Mangalica pigs are gaining popularity within the U.S. as a niche breed, given their reputation for superior-quality pork. However, slow growth rates, a poor lean yield, and excessive adiposity limit the widespread adoption of Mangalica. To determine if feeding the metabolic modifier, ractopamine hyd...

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Main Authors: Maegan A. Reeves Pitts, Hunter R. Smith, Ellie C. Amerson, Jessica D. Starkey, Charles W. Starkey, Jason T. Sawyer, Terry D. Brandebourg
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-12-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
Mangalica
swine
ractopamine
growth performance
pork quality
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/13/24/3857

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