The Yorkshire pig is known for its upright ears and is one of the most widely used commercial pig breeds.
Yorkshire pigs have white skin and hair, a long body, and erect ears. The breed developed in England and was brought to North America, where it became especially important in modern pork production. In the United States, it is commonly called the American Yorkshire.
Yorkshires are valued for growth, reproductive performance, carcass quality, and their usefulness in crossbreeding programs. Commercial producers often combine several breeds so that offspring inherit complementary traits rather than relying on one breed alone.
The Yorkshire should not be confused with the British Large White, although the two are closely related and have similar white coloring and upright ears. Berkshire pigs are black with white points, while Hampshire pigs are black with a white shoulder band.