In pigs, the testicle initially develops within the abdomen. Prior to birth the testicle descends via the inguinal canal into the scrotum. If the testicle fails to descend the pig is described as a cryptorchid pig or retained testicle...

This week’s hog market data, compiled by Jaydee Smith, Swine Specialist at OMAFA, highlights key market trends and movements impacting the pork industry for the week ending December 13, 2024. In the Ontario market, the 100% base formula price increased...

Canadian Pork Sector Prepares for Pig Code of Practice Update in 2025 The Canadian Pork Council (CPC) is gearing up for the 2025 update to Canada's Pig Code of Practice, emphasizing the importance of open communication and collaboration with stakeholders....

Compiled by Jaydee Smith, Swine Specialist, OMAFA Contact: jaydee.smith@ontario.ca Ontario Market Highlights 100% Base Formula Price: $213.67/cwt, a decline from the previous week’s $217.03. Weaned Pig Value: $55.55/pig (-$0.88). Feeder Pig Value: $88.14/pig (-$1.38). Market Hogs Sold: 125,518, a 103% increase...

Van Roessel Pork Ltd., a standout operation in Ontario, is a shining example of innovation and excellence in modern pork production. Founded in 2015 by Scott and Teresa Van Roessel, the farm began as a 900-sow farrow-to-wean operation in...

The Canadian Meat Council (CMC) and Canadian Pork Council (CPC) have announced their strong support for the successful conclusion of negotiations for the Canada-Indonesia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). This historic agreement paves the way for the Canadian meat...

The week ending November 29, 2024, saw continued price declines across key hog markets. Ontario's 100% Base Formula Price dropped to $217.03/ckg, accompanied by reduced market hog sales at 109,361, just 98% of last year’s levels. In Canada, hog...

The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA) has welcomed Youngji Rho as their new Feed Ingredient and By-products Specialist. With a robust academic and professional background, Rho’s expertise is set to enhance innovation and efficiency in feed...

The transition period of sows, a week before and after farrowing, has unique nutritional requirements for fetal growth, mammary development, and milk production. During this period, a sow's energy requirements can increase by over 200%, while lysine (amino acid)...

Ontario Market Highlights: Base Formula Price: Declined slightly to $221.76/cwt, compared to $227.02/cwt the previous week. Dressed Weight Average: Remained stable at 106.88 kg. Market Hogs Sold: Totaled 123,399, representing 111% of the volume from the same week last...

Osteomyelitis is the medical term for the presence of an abscess (pus) in bone. Osteomyelitis is often related to bacterial infections that are initially established within superficial lesions that subsequently invade adjacent tissues or travel to internal organs or...

The Minister of Agriculture’s visit to China last week is an important step in improving relations with the People’s Republic of China, and both the Canadian Meat Council and the Canadian Pork Council were pleased to join him for...

Porcine circovirus type 2 (PCV-2) continues to be one of the most important pig diseases. Since 2006 when PCV-2 vaccines first became available the control of PCV-2 has been nothing less than remarkable even as the virus has been...

Ontario Market Overview: Base Formula Price: Rose slightly to $227.02 per ckg, up from $226.88 the previous week. Average Dressed Weight: Slightly declined to 106.56 kg. Weaned Pig Value: Increased to $59.03 per pig. Feeder Pig Value: Reached $93.65...

Maple Leaf Foods has announced its Q3 2024 financial results, including key developments on the planned spin-off of its pork business. The new pork-focused entity, Canada Packers, is set to operate independently by 2025. This strategic move is designed...