Ukrainian White Steppe
The Ukrainian White Steppe (Ukrainian: Українська степова біла порода, romanized: Ukrayinsʹka stepova bila poroda) is a Ukrainian breed of general-purpose pig. It was developed in the early twentieth century by M.F. Ivanov at the experimental farm of Askania Nova, in Kherson Oblast in southern Ukraine, at that time in the Soviet Union; it was the first Soviet pig breed to be developed. It derived from cross-breeding of pigs native to southern Ukraine with imported Large White boars. It was officially recognised in 1932.
| Life Span | 15-20 years |
| Weight | 50-350 kg |
What to Know Before Buying an Ukrainian White Steppe
Finding a responsible Ukrainian White Steppe breeder requires more than browsing classified ads or responding to social media posts. The USDA requires any breeder who sells pigs commercially — especially those selling online or through third-party dealers — to hold a federal license and submit to regular inspections. A legitimate breeder should be willing to provide their USDA license number, invite you to visit their facility, and show you where the animals are housed and socialized.
Before committing to a purchase, ask the breeder for veterinary health records, vaccination documentation, and any genetic testing results relevant to the Ukrainian White Steppe. Reputable breeders will also ask you questions in return — about your living situation, experience with animals, and ability to provide long-term care. A breeder who asks no questions and is eager to ship an animal immediately is a significant red flag.
Use the search tool below to check whether any USDA-licensed facilities breeding Ukrainian White Steppes appear in our database. If they do, review their inspection history carefully. Look for patterns of violations, pay attention to severity levels, and compare their compliance grade with other breeders in the same state. This due diligence takes minutes and can save you from supporting a facility with documented animal welfare problems.
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