Alberta Pork has detected Swine Delta Coronavirus (SDCV) at a pig-handling facility in Alberta during ongoing surveillance efforts with the Alberta government. SDCV is from the same viral family as Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED) and Transmissible Gastroenteritis (TGE), causing...

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. has released its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 financial results, highlighting strong growth, improved margins, and a solid foundation for future expansion. The company attributes its performance to disciplined execution, strategic capital investments, and market stabilization. Fourth...

The Saskatchewan Pork Development Board (Sask Pork) is urging pork producers to establish comprehensive On-Farm Emergency Response Plans to effectively manage potential crises, such as disease outbreaks, barn fires, or transportation accidents. To support this initiative, Sask Pork is...

In today’s digital age, social media is playing a vital role in reshaping the way consumers perceive and engage with the agricultural industry. According to a recent Farmscape report, increased social media interactions are proving to be a powerful...

Florian Possberg, a partner with Polar Pork Farms, is calling for tariff exemptions on agriculture in light of potential U.S. import tariffs on Canadian and Mexican products. On February 3rd, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 30-day delay on implementing...

Saskatchewan's pork industry is taking proactive steps to prepare for potential animal health emergencies by encouraging producers to develop site-specific on-farm emergency response plans. The initiative aims to ensure preparedness in the event of a foreign animal disease outbreak...

The Canadian pork industry is facing mounting concerns as the 30-day freeze on U.S.-imposed tariffs provides only a brief window to seek solutions. Industry leaders warn that if the 25% tariff on Canadian pork exports takes effect in March,...

The aim of this handbook is to provide suggestions on how to improve the quality of life of pigs in commercial farms in such a way that it won’t require large renovations to the barns. This includes things such...

Maple Leaf Foods has unveiled a series of organizational changes designed to sharpen its competitive edge and drive operational efficiency. The Canadian food giant, a key player in the pork and protein industry, announced leadership shifts aimed at enhancing...

Weather Can Change Quickly – Be Prepared As winter weather rapidly shifts across key hog-producing regions, ensuring animal welfare and transport safety is critical. With frigid temperatures expected, hog transporters must take extra precautions to prevent frostbite, stress, and even...

Happy 2025! I am very excited as Prairie Hog Country is now entering its 29th year. Thanks so very much for your continued support, encouragement, readership and financial support through advertising which enables me to print and mail out...

Manitoba's only Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED) case in 2024 has reinforced the importance of strong biosecurity measures and demonstrated the effectiveness of the province's PED Elimination Plan. Reported on December 3rd in a southeastern Manitoba finisher barn, the outbreak...

The 48th annual Manitoba Ag Days concluded last week at Brandon’s Keystone Centre, leaving a positive mark on attendees and exhibitors alike. Held over three days, the event attracted farmers, industry professionals, and exhibitors from across Canada, the United...

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...