In this study (Table 4) the meat of the Duroc boars offspring had very
high rates of sensory properties and low shear force, which is probably
related to the high level of intramuscular fat. In a study in six genetic
groups of porkers (GRZES et al., 2005), the best culinary properties
were observed for the meat derived from pigs of the Duroc breed. The
high palatability and juiciness assessment, especially of the Landrace
x Duroc breed, could have been associated with the increase in fat
content of its meat.