Livestock competitions have helped to revitalize breeds from two species.
Dr. Alison Martin, program director at The Livestock Conservancy, says Hereford hogs have moved off their Conservation Priority List (CPL).
“They’ve found some comeback for production on small farms and also in the show ring.” She says, “They’re really popular for youth exhibition and that’s been a factor. That’s really helped them improve their numbers.”
She tells Brownfield Southdown sheep populations have also rebounded thanks to increased demand for their wool.
