Prospects for Sustainable Production of the Banija Spotted Pig in Relation to Fattening, Carcass, and Meat Quality Traits: A Preliminary Study

The Banija spotted pig (BS) is a Croatian autochthonous breed that was officially recognised in 2018. remains threatened with extinction and on its way to establishing production cycle will ensure long-term conservation sustainability. However, there general lack of data the traits BS pigs. aim this work therefore identify main fattening, carcass meat quality assess suitability for sustainable pork production. A total ten pigs were fattened semi-free-range system up average final body weight 162 ± 17.3 kg. At end growth, (pH, colour water holding capacity) determined gross margin based value-added products calculated compared other local breeds. results, which are be considered preliminary due small set, show fattening slaughter characteristics satisfactory consistent husbandry practices adapted farming. Furthermore, showed processing most traits, while calculation profit confirms advantage well-rounded related