The Iberian Pig is a native breed of the Iberian Peninsula characterized
by its fat production ability, the high quality products that can be
obtained from them and its high rusticity. Although
the Iberian pig production system has been described to have high
standards on animalwelfare , spaying females
can be an impediment for the Iberian pig final product to reach the
European markets as a recognized animal friendly product .
meat quality, and specific interests should consider reproductive behavior in free-range conditions.