Mall Black Pigs

Mall Black Pigs

Mall Black Pigs is a geographical indication certification trademark.

　　Mall Black Pigs belong to the Huainan breed, featuring all-black coats, medium body size, and are dual-purpose for both lard and meat. They possess excellent traits such as high fertility, strong adaptability, superior meat quality, and stable genetic performance.

　　In March 2012, the Trademark Office of the State Administration for Industry and Commerce approved “Mall Black Pigs” as a geographical indication certification trademark, making it the first geographical indication certification trademark in Shangcheng County and the fourth in Xinyang City following “Xinyang Maojian Tea,” “Gushi Chicken,” and “Gushi Cloud Mist.”

　　Breeding History

　　　　The breeding of black pigs in Shangcheng County has a long history, with residents in the mountainous southern region having traditionally raised black pigs since ancient times. Thanks to the pristine, unpolluted environment of its lush mountains and clear waters, coupled with the traditional feeding method using wild vegetables and cooked bran mash, the unique natural and cultural setting has given Mall Black Pigs their distinctive local qualities—longer growth cycles, superior meat texture, fragrant flavor, and rich nutrition.