Types of pig as reported by the Agricultural Census.

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Agricultural Census Pig Categories for 1920-30 1931
Sows kept for Breeding 11,582 Show data context
Boars for service 1,016 Show data context
Other Pigs 62,567 Show data context
Date: Source:
1931 Ministry of Agriculture, Agricultural Statistics (HM Stationery Office) ,

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Between 1920 and 1930, the Agricultural Census distinguished breeding sows and boars for service from all other pigs.


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GB Historical GIS / University of Portsmouth, Kent AdmC through time | Agriculture & Land Use Statistics | Types of pig as reported by the Agricultural Census., A Vision of Britain through Time.

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Date accessed: 11th November 2024