Phenotypic Acres

Phenotypic Acres Phenotypic Acres has been raising Berkshire breeding stock for over 50 years. Welcome to Phenotypic Acres.

We raise purebred Berkshire breeding stock to meet out clients needs. We have tested every herd sire and sow through on the farm progeny tests, public test stations, national STAGES program and National Progeny Test program. If you have any interest Berkshire breeding stock please feel free to reach out to us. Dr. Pete Hoffman 515-450-1340
Dr. Lorraine Hoffman 515-450-1329
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Due to an amazing donor, our Local Meat in the Food Pantry program was able to donate pork the the Paw Pantry in Winters...
04/30/2026

Due to an amazing donor, our Local Meat in the Food Pantry program was able to donate pork the the Paw Pantry in Winterset, Iowa! Thank you!

Want to learn more about the program? Go to https://hoffmanberks.com/donation-program

A BIG Paw Pantry THANK YOU to a local donor who partnered with Phenotypic Acres to donate 65 pounds of ground pork! 💛🖤🥳

Planning your spring and summer gatherings? Make sure your menu starts with delicious Berkshire pork!Now is the perfect ...
03/07/2026

Planning your spring and summer gatherings? Make sure your menu starts with delicious Berkshire pork!

Now is the perfect time to stock your freezer so you’re ready for backyard BBQs, family dinners, and all those warm-weather get-togethers. All pork is processed at Guthrie County Quality Meats , and we’re currently taking orders for pork that will be ready mid-April and mid-May.

For more information, visit our website: https://hoffmanberks.com/berkshire-pork or contact Sarah at 515-468-7589.

Don’t miss out—place your order today!

Update!! Half a hog available. Contact us to reserve pork today. All pork will be processed at Guthrie County Quality Me...
02/24/2026

Update!!

Half a hog available. Contact us to reserve pork today. All pork will be processed at Guthrie County Quality Meats.

Has all this warm weather gotten you into the grilling mood? If so, make sure you fill your freezer with some Berkshire pork!

We have 1 hog left that will be ready for pick up/ delivery mid March. All pork will be processed at Guthrie County Quality Meats.

For more information about the process and pricing, give Sarah a call at 515-468-7589 or go to https://hoffmanberks.com/berkshire-pork.

Has all this warm weather gotten you into the grilling mood? If so, make sure you fill your freezer with some Berkshire ...
02/18/2026

Has all this warm weather gotten you into the grilling mood? If so, make sure you fill your freezer with some Berkshire pork!

We have 1 hog left that will be ready for pick up/ delivery mid March. All pork will be processed at Guthrie County Quality Meats.

For more information about the process and pricing, give Sarah a call at 515-468-7589 or go to https://hoffmanberks.com/berkshire-pork.

Today we were able to donate to the Toreador Food Pantry and Huxley/Kelley Food Pantry a total of 63lbs of ground pork d...
02/11/2026

Today we were able to donate to the Toreador Food Pantry and Huxley/Kelley Food Pantry a total of 63lbs of ground pork due to amazing donations to our Local Meat in the Food Pantry program!

To learn more about our program go to https://hoffmanberks.com/donation-program.

What a great night speaking with a group of Iowa State students about Phenotypic Acres!Huge thank you to Dr. Greiner and...
02/06/2026

What a great night speaking with a group of Iowa State students about Phenotypic Acres!

Huge thank you to Dr. Greiner and Dr. Brown for the invitation and for giving us the chance to share about our farm! Always a fun time getting back into the classroom together and connecting with the next generation of ag leaders!

❄️ It may be cold outside right now, but we’re already dreaming of warm spring days and the smell of the grill going! 🔥🌷...
01/17/2026

❄️ It may be cold outside right now, but we’re already dreaming of warm spring days and the smell of the grill going! 🔥🌷

Our Berkshire pork will be available for pick up/ delivery mid-March and it’s the perfect thing to stock up on for the season ahead. All the pork will be processed at Guthrie County Quality Meats!

Spring holidays, graduation parties, family gatherings, or just a sunny weekend cookout — buying pork now is a great way to be ready when the weather turns warm.

Contact Sarah at 515-468-7589 to reserve your Berkshire pork and get spring grilling off to a great start!

Happy New Year! Wishing you a great 2026 full of good vibes, great pork, and of course all the Berkshire hogs!
01/01/2026

Happy New Year!

Wishing you a great 2026 full of good vibes, great pork, and of course all the Berkshire hogs!

12/31/2025
As we close out 2025, we want to thank YOU—our amazing community—for supporting our business this year. Your trust and p...
12/31/2025

As we close out 2025, we want to thank YOU—our amazing community—for supporting our business this year. Your trust and partnership mean the world to us.

Wishing you a safe, joyful, and inspiring New Year’s Eve! Cheers to a great 2026!

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55432 265th Street
Ames, IA
50010

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