In this episode, we explore the transformative advancements in pork production with Banks Baker of PIC. Consumer expectations for high animal care standards, antimicrobial stewardship, and sustainable practices are reshaping the food industry. Innovative solutions and technologies are emerging...
Join swine industry experts from the around the nation for a SowBridge webinar about issues with successfully breeding gilts and sows on May 1 beginning at 11:15 a.m. CDT.
The monthly webinar series, hosted via Zoom, provides timely information about...
There are many wishes and requirements for livestock production today, including pig production. Sustainability, efficiency, health and welfare for the pigs must all come together. Here, breeding goals play an important role in improving the pigs’ genetics to suit...
In the summer of 2022, we implemented two new piglet survival traits in the breeding goal. Results from DanBred breeding and multiplication herds already show an increasing survival in all three DanBred breeds.
The new traits for piglet survival are...
As concerns about antimicrobial resistance grow, large investor groups are putting increased pressure on major food service organizations to reduce antimicrobial use in their protein supply chains. In response, food companies are making antibiotic stewardship pledges and looking to...
In an ambitious initiative, Heritage Livestock Canada has announced plans to bolster genetic diversity within Canadian swine populations, with a particular focus on rescuing the critically endangered Lacombe breed. The organization is set to broaden the gene pool by...
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Topigs Norsvin Canada Awards Banquets
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Producer PROfile: Jeroen Van Boekel
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New National Manager - Tom Elskamp
Grass River Colony Gilt Grower
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Employee Spotlight: André Lavergne
Norsvin Landrace & TN Duroc in Canada
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Pig of...
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A Technical Services Manager with PIC says what happens within the first day of life will determine how well a newborn piglet will do through its entire life. "Day 1...
136 newborn piglets from seven litters were included in a study where rectal temperatures in the first two hours after birth were recorded. Rectal temperature after birth plays an important role for the piglet’s survival rate. By providing newborn...
Key appointment enhances Topigs Norsvin Management team.
Topigs Norsvin Canada announced today that effective Oct 16, 2023, Tom Elskamp will join its staff as National Sales Manager based out of Winnipeg. In his new role, Tom will be focused on...