Types of pig as reported by the Agricultural Census.

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Agricultural Census Pig Categories for 1900-10 1901
Sows kept for Breeding 26,780 Show data context
Other Pigs 155,302 Show data context
Date: Source:
1901 Ministry of Agriculture, Agricultural Statistics (HM Stationery Office) ,

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Between 1900 and 1910, the Agricultural Census distinguished breeding sows from all other pigs.


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GB Historical GIS / University of Portsmouth, Yorkshire AncC through time | Agriculture & Land Use Statistics | Types of pig as reported by the Agricultural Census., A Vision of Britain through Time.

URL: https://www.visionofbritain.org.uk/unit/10134640/cube/AGCEN_PIGS_1900

Date accessed: 23rd April 2024