The term "Black Pig of the Nebrodi" indicates a population of native pigs, characterized by small size and dark coat, of the territories of the Nebrodi Mountains area, in north-eastern Sicily. The Neri dei Nebrodi pigs are reared in a semi-wild and wild state in large areas used for natural grazing of chestnuts and acorns; Only in conjunction with the deliveries is it resorted to food supplementation with cereals and legumes from Sicilian crops. In each species prevails the indigenous race subjected, especially in recent years, to crosses with other races; therefore with risks of loss of the original genetic characteristics that time and territory have determined. The extinction of this pig breed (one of the few surviving in Italy) would constitute a serious loss for the genetic heritage, but also and above all for the local economy and for gastronomic pleasure.

The need for the Slow Food Presidium arose in order to protect the breeding technique and the particularity of these pigs. The Presidium has brought together a group of breeders and butchers and promotes the rich and varied range of traditional butchers from the area of the Nebrodi Mountains area (provinces of Messina, Enna and Catania).