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Saved from Extinction: Black Alpine Pig Recognised as Native Swiss Breed

Saved from Extinction: Black Alpine Pig Recognised as Native Swiss Breed

The Swiss Federal Office for Agriculture has officially recognised the Black Alpine pig, which was on the verge of extinction. This recognition for Switzerland's only surviving ancient pig breed is the result of dedicated breeding efforts since 2013.

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