Fun facts about pigs!

Pork is the world's most widely eaten meat.
Although the main purpose of raising pigs is for food, pigs can also provide medically important by-products for people including skin grafts and replacement heart valves.
There are over 2,000 pork producers in Michigan, providing over 5,000 jobs throughout the state.
Many food products are categorized as 'pork', including ham, bacon, sausage, pepperoni and pork chops.
Pigs grow fast! A typical pig will go from around two pounds at birth to about 250 pounds in six months.
A lot of scientific research has gone in to determining the best diet needed for pigs to grow. Their typical meal consists of a mixture of corn, barley and soybeans mixed with vitamins and minerals.
Farmers and veterinarians work hard every day to provide pigs with everything they need, including a balanced diet, clean water, a health program and the right type of environment.
During colonial times, people living on Manhattan Island had to build a wall to keep out wild pigs. This area is now known as Wall Street.
Many of today's farmers go to college to study agriculture, animal science or business before they start working full-time on the farm.