Farmscape for December 7, 2022
Full Interview 10:00
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Research conducted on behalf of Swine Innovation Porc indicates, in addition to influencing growth, the inclusion of amino acids in swine rations can influence gut health, gut development and immune...
Farmscape for December 5, 2022
Full Interview 12:48
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The Canada West Swine Health Intelligence Network is paying closer attention to incidents of greasy pig disease after stepped up surveillance for Seneca Valley Virus during the third Quarter of...
I am excited to share that the sixth edition of Prairie Hog Country in 2022, December/January is released today. This issue is jam packed, with follow up coverage from Alberta Livestock Expo, RDSTW, SK Pork Symposium, MPC fall producer...
Farmscape for December 1, 2022
Full Interview 12:48
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An outbreak of Streptococcus equii zooepidemicus reported in the third quarter of 2022 in western Canada has demonstrated the value of African Swine Fever rule-out testing. The Canada West Swine...
Farmscape for November 29, 2022
Full Interview 6:41
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When managing deadstock, pork producers are encouraged to consider their own location, management and biosecurity situations when deciding on the best option. Prior to 2002 rendering plants would pick up...
Farmscape for November 28, 2022
Full Interview 11:25
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A preliminary analysis of the risk factors for weaned piglets during transport suggests trailer type, distance travelled and temperature are among the key factors that will influence death loss during...
Farmscape for November 25, 2022
Full Interview 7:58
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A new cull sow slaughtering facility under development in Saskatchewan is expected to reduce shipping distances and costs for western Canadian pork producers while reducing the risk of the cross-border...
Starting today, eligible organizations can apply for funding under the Government of Canada’s African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP). The $23.4 million program is designed to help Canada's pork industry prepare for the possibility of African swine fever...
Farmscape for November 21, 2022
Full Interview 12:48
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The Manager of the Canada West Swine Health Intelligence Network reports the Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea outbreak that has been impacting Manitoba since the fall of 2021 continues to drag out...
Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium Audio Special for November 17, 2022
David Speller, the CED of OPTIfarm, discusses the topic "Is Technology the Answer for Improved Animal Care?
David Speller 6:38
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Jürgen Kramer, the Regional Director of PIC EMEAR, Europe...