The Ontario swine industry is gearing up for an exciting new event this year. The Ontario Swine Conference, a collaboration between the former London Swine Conference and Ontario Pork’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), will take place over two full...
President Donald Trump’s consideration of a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, announced Monday, has sparked concerns across North America, particularly for agriculture and trade-dependent industries. Trump indicated the tariffs could take effect as early as February...
In early December 2024, Manitoba reported its first and only case of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED) for the year in a finisher operation located in southeastern Manitoba. This incident activated the province's PED Elimination Plan, which has since demonstrated...
Canada’s pork industry has taken a significant step forward in supporting swine welfare by renewing its financial investment in the University of Saskatchewan’s Chair in Swine Welfare. The five-year commitment underscores the industry’s dedication to advancing research, improving animal...
Ontario Market
100% Base Formula Price: $211.20/cwt (steady compared to last week but down from $221.16 in December).
Average Dressed Weight: Increased to 110.39 kg, reflecting seasonal trends.
Market Hogs Sold: 117,323, representing 96% of the previous year's volume.
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Regional Hog Price Report: June 26
The latest Regional Hog Price Report provides a comprehensive overview of hog market trends, examining regional price fluctuations, market drivers, and key challenges impacting producers. The report sheds light on the performance of different...
Canadian pork producers are voicing significant concerns about the potential implementation of a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, proposed by the U.S. administration. If enacted, the tariff could severely impact Canadian agricultural exports, particularly the pork...
The Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN) has unveiled its sixth success story from the 2023 funding cycle, highlighting MatrixSpec’s innovative Marbling Meter. This cutting-edge AI-driven technology aims to transform pork quality assessment by eliminating the need for...
The latest Weekly Hog Market Facts, compiled by Jaydee Smith, Swine Specialist with OMAFRA, highlight key trends and developments in the Ontario, Canadian, and U.S. markets for the week ending January 10, 2025:
Ontario Market
Base Formula Price: Dropped to...
Maple Leaf Foods is gearing up for a pivotal year as the company focuses on executing its ambitious plans to drive growth, sustainability, and innovation. In a recent update, the company outlined its strategies for 2025, signaling a commitment...