The Italian strain has over a long period been selectively bred for this purpose, which is the principal use of Large White italiana pigs and its first-generation hybrids raised for slaughter; some are, however, slaughtered for fresh meat.
The Italian strain has over a long period been selectively bred for this purpose. Both pure-bred Large White italiana pigs and first-generation hybrids with other breeds are raised for slaughter, mainly for production of salumi; some, however, are slaughtered for fresh meat.