Buyer question
Is a Tamworth pig good for beginners?
It can be: our Animal Library rates the Tamworth pig 3 out of 5 for beginners (need strong fences).
Source: the Tamworth pig page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Tamworth pig in the Animal Library
The detail
Tamworths come from England and are ginger-red pigs with long snouts. They are active foragers and a bacon-type breed, known for hardiness and good performance on pasture and in woods.
- Temperament
- Active, curious
- Best fit
- Pasture, woodlots
- Docility
- 3 out of 5 (Active)
- Hardiness
- 5 out of 5 (Hardy outdoors)
What to weigh
Tamworths are active and root heavily, so they need strong fencing and rotation. They grow slower than commercial breeds.