3.6. Breeding of East Balkan swine according to the European union’s requirements

Author: Sonya Ivanova-Peneva, Yordan Marchev, Alexi Stoykov

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Problems about management of East Balkan Swine, the only one preserved domestic pig breed in Bulgaria, are subject of this article. Preservation of the breed as an important genetic resourse, as well as suitable measures in this direction are discussed. Good conditions and possibilities of organic farming of this breed exist. The perfect quality of meat and products of East Balkan Swine with high dietetic value could make it suitable to both local and European market and consumers.