Buyer question
Is a Mangalitsa pig good for beginners?
It can be: our Animal Library rates the Mangalitsa pig 3 out of 5 for beginners (slow to finish).
Source: the Mangalitsa pig page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Mangalitsa pig in the Animal Library
The detail
Mangalitsas come from Hungary and are known for their curly, wool-like coat. They are a lard breed with rich, marbled meat and thick fat, prized by chefs and charcuterie makers, and they finish slowly.
- Temperament
- Docile
- Best fit
- Charcuterie, cold areas
- Docility
- 4 out of 5 (Docile)
- Hardiness
- 5 out of 5 (Cold hardy)
What to weigh
Mangalitsas grow slowly and take much longer to finish. They produce more fat than lean meat, which suits specialty markets, not everyday pork.