Pork Social Media Post Resources and Facts Links •
http://www.encyclopediaofarkansas.net/encyclopedia/entrydetail.aspx?search=1&entryID=4339
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http://arpork.com/
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http://www.pork.org/
Facts •
More than 1.2 million pigs are produced in Arkansas annually.
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The average American eats approximately 50 pounds of pork annually.
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Between 1980 and 2005, changes in genetics and feeding programs have reduced: o The time required to grow a pig to full weight by 15 percent. o Increased lean muscle by 45 percent
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The total value of Arkansas pork production exceeds $100 million per year.