Among traditional breeds of hogs, the Berkshire stands out for its meat quality.
Berkshire piglets soak up sunshine as they stand in green grass.
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Brian Zimmerman’s grandson’s smile lights up his face as he holds a Berkshire piglet.
Berkshires are black with six white markings: four white socks, a white splash on the snout and a white tip on the tail.
Freelance writer Ruth Nicolaus loves (nearly) everything about the Great Plains, but mostly its people. She lives in eastern Nebraska. Reach her at editorial@midwestmessenger.com.





