European hunter-gatherers owned pigs as early as 4600BC

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Otherwise, we'll assume you're OK to continue. European hunter-gatherers owned pigs as early as 4600BC European hunter-gatherers acquired domesticated pigs from nearby farmers as early as 4600BC, according to new evidence. European hunter-gatherers acquired domesticated pigs from nearby farmers as early as 4600BC, according to new evidence. The international team of scientists, including researchers at Durham, showed there was interaction between the hunter-gatherer and farming communities and a 'sharing' of animals and knowledge. The interaction between the two groups eventually led to the hunter-gatherers incorporating farming and breeding of livestock into their culture, say the scientists.