During the 1920s the breed continued to grow in numbers and in favor. The greatest popularity of the Hampshires did not come until after 1930. Since that time they have been very popular and have sold for high prices, as their genetic value has been documented. Through the years, Hampshires are still being produced that are productive, lean, full of meat, durable, profitable to raise, and popular on dinner tables. They are the leader in leanness and muscle with good carcass quality, minimal amounts of backfat and large loin eyes.
Boars are more aggressive now than in recent years.
Hampshire females have gained a reputation among many commercial hogmen as great mothers. These females are excellent pig raisers and have extra longevity in the sow herd. They have passed the test on confinement and on concrete. Their ability to sire winning carcasses is unequalled and they continue to set the standard by which all other terminal sires are evaluated.