United States Department of Agriculture
AgResearch Magazine
The ARS National Animal Germplasm Collection preserves genes of heritage swine breeds like this Gloucestershire Old Spots sow, which originated in Britain. (Photo courtesy of Jeannette Beranger/The Livestock Conservancy)
A few U.S. ranchers are now raising Italian water buffalo, the only source of authentic, highly valued buffalo mozzarella cheese. Photo courtesy of Audrey Hitchcock–Ramini Mozzarrella Farm, Tomales, CA. (D3575-1)
The ARS National Animal Germplasm Collection preserves genes of heritage swine breeds like this Large Black boar, which originated in Britain. (Photo courtesy of Jeannette Beranger/The Livestock Conservancy)
