'Yorkshire Pig' in decline

The Large White pig has been moved to the Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST) ‘highest priority’ category, with dwindling numbers sparking concern.

Hannah Binns
News Reporter
clock • 1 min read
'Yorkshire Pig' in decline

The Large White pig has been moved to the Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST) ‘highest priority’ category, with dwindling numbers sparking concern. Known internationally as the ‘Yorkshire Pig’, the number...

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