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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

LIMA, Peru (AP) — Peru on Thursday celebrated two decades since the creation of a genetically modified breed of guinea pig, a rodent whose meat has formed a part of the diet of people in the Andean ...

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.