Download the complete report here
Weekly Hog Prices: Cash hog prices increased significantly across all markets as the counter-seasonal rally continues. National PM prices over the 5-day week averaged a gain of $5.69 US per cwt, although Friday-to-Friday values were...
Farmscape for November 12, 2024
Full Interview 5:07
Listen
A Guelph based hog market analyst is forecasting a modest increase in Canadian pork production in 2025 and higher prices.
“The Competitive Status of the Canadian Pork Industry,” was the topic...
A recent study highlights the significant benefits of environmental enrichment on swine welfare, shedding light on the potential improvements for both animal well-being and production efficiency. Conducted by researchers focused on animal science, this study examines how enhanced living...
Ontario Market Highlights: The Ontario market saw a rise in the 100% Base Formula Price, reaching $226.88, compared to $219.71 last week and significantly above last year’s price of $190.28. Weaned pig and feeder pig values are also trending...
Ken Engele, the Manager of Knowledge Transfer with the Prairie Swine Centre, discusses “Taking Care of Basics-Measuring On-Farm Best Management Practices.”
Ken Engele 6:31
Listen
Dr. Temple Grandin, an Animal Science Professor with Colorado State University, facilitates “A Discussion...
Kendall Weger, Technical Services Specialist at PIC, presented a lot of great data and tips around P1 development in her presentation at the PSC Producer Meetings. A sustainable P1 development program should consist of three important areas, including selection...
The Canadian Pork Council (CPC) and Canadian Meat Council (CMC) recently gathered with Parliamentarians, government officials, and industry partners in Ottawa to address the key priorities of the Canadian pork sector, including the African Swine Fever (ASF) response, trade...
Farmscape for November 5, 2024
Full Interview 18:03
Listen
The Saskatchewan Research Chair in Feed Processing Technology says the biggest challenge with including high levels of pea starch in swine rations is the issue of flow. An increased use...
Introduction: The latest hog market data, compiled by Jaydee Smith from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA), provides insights into pricing trends, slaughter statistics, and regional variations in the swine industry for the week ending...
Why should we do post-mortem examinations in pigs? That’s the question Jeff Bergermann, Veterinary Services Manager at Zoetis Canada, posed at the start of his presentation to participants of the 2024 PSC Producer Meetings. It’s a good idea to do post-mortem...