- Food: Pigs are raised for meat production, and nearly every part of the pig can be used for food, including the meat, organs, skin, and even the blood.
- Leather: Pig skin is used to make leather, which is used in the production of a variety of products, including clothing, shoes, handbags, and furniture.
- Bristles: The bristles from a pig's back are used to make brushes, such as toothbrushes and paintbrushes.
- Pharmaceuticals: Pig organs and tissues are used in the production of pharmaceuticals, such as insulin and heart valves.
- Medical research: Pigs are often used in medical research as models for studying human diseases and conditions.
- Pet food: Pigs are also raised for pet food production.