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2023 ABA Progeny Test Pork Chop Photos
The photos for the 2023 ABA Progeny Test Berkshire hogs are now posted! This year’s participants are: Seybold Berkshires of NE, England Berkshires of IA, Lane & Laney Kate Bennett of GA, Phenotypic Acres of IA, AJC Berkshires of IA and Wippel Family Berks of OH. Results will be posted around the first of the year. CLICK HERE
2022 ABA Progeny Test Results Announced!
The results are IN for the 2022 ABA Progeny Test! The most extensive unbiased evaluation of progeny performance available to Berkshire purebred swine breeders wouldn’t be possible without the ABA members who participated: Troy Seybold, Bennecoff & Brummer, Petrik Farms, England’s Berkshires, James Parlett Jr., Michelle Schoenwald and Pete Brummer. Thank you to our research collaborators Pennsylvania Department … Read More
Why Participate in the ABA Progeny Test?
The American Berkshire Association Progeny Test is a time-honored tradition that marries genetic data and Berkshire breed improvement with a common mission amongst breeders to make Berkshire pigs and pork better with every progeny. Lance Knobloch, Alvord, Iowa, owns and operates Fly’n K Berkshires. This family-run, registered Berkshire farm has been participating in the ABA Progeny Test for decades. Fly’n … Read More
2021 Progeny Test Results Annouced!
The American Berkshire Association’s Progeny Test remains the most extensive unbiased evaluation of progeny performance available to Berkshire breeders. Currently, twelve measures of progeny performance are recorded on every pig that completes the testing period. These include evaluations of carcass composition, growth performance, meat quality and eating quality. These data are compiled and returned to participating breeders for use within … Read More
2021 ABA Progeny Test Pork Chop Photos
The 2021 ABA Progeny Test pens have been culled and the thorough data collection on the harvested 100% Berkshire Pork products is underway! Results from the progeny test will be available soon. Thank you to Fly’n K Berkshires (IA), AJC Berkshires (IA), Bravo Cattle- John Barnes (NC), Chad Kremper (MN), Seybold Berks (NE), Dallas Kuper (IA), Tekippe Berkshires (IA) for … Read More
Quick + Easy Marinades
Grilling season is almost here! Marinades are an easy, tasty way to enhance the natural flavor of Berkshire pork. The night before your planning to put them on the grill, put an easy marinade or brine over the chops and refrigerate until it’s go time. • 1/3 cup soy sauce • 2 tbsp water• 2 tbsp brown sugar• 2 tbsp … Read More
One-Pot Berkshire Sausage Stir Fry
We are all for quick and easy (and fewer dishes)! Try this one-pot recipe that can be tailored to your favorite Berkshire sausage. You need: 1 lb. of your favorite Berkshire sausage links cut into bites (we recommend Kielbasa, Italian, or Cajun) 2. 3 tbsp butter 3. 1 zucchini, diced 4. 1 1/2 c. small potatoes diced 5. 1 c. … Read More
Berkshire Sausage Queso Dip
Looking for a quick and easy appetizer to bring in the New Year? Try Berkshire Sausage Queso Dip! You’ll Need: 1 pound of Berkshire pork sausage, we recommend regular or spicy depending on your liking. 16 oz. Velveeta® cheese, cut into cubes 10 oz. can of Ro*Tel® Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, do not drain can Cook and chop … Read More
Holiday Pie Crust
There’s nothing like the variety of pies bakes around the holidays. Not only are they quick and easy, but can accompany any tasty filling to please your guests. WHAT YOU’LL NEED: 1 cup of lard or crisco 1/2 cup boiling water 1 tsp Salt 3 cups flour STEPS: 1. Mix together the salt, lard and water till combined. en slowly … Read More
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