Animal Health CanadaExpands TeamAnimal Health Canada is pleased to welcome Tia Landry to AHC as our new Leadership Team Coordinator!Tia brings nearly a decade of experience in the swine industry, with expertise in animal health and welfare, on-farm operations, training and program development. A Professional Agrologist and graduate of the University of Manitoba, she
Former Board Chair Recognized for Lifelong Work in AgricultureFormer Sask Pork Board Chair Joe Kleinsasser headlines the 2026 Saskatchewan Agricultural Hall of Fame class.Kleinsasser is being recognized for more than two decades of consumer education and leadership in agriculture.Joe along with five others were announced to the Hall of Fame Class back in mid
Saskatchewan Livestock ExpoThe 16th annual Saskatchewan Livestock Expo will take place Thursday February 19th, 2026 in Swift Current, SK. The one day show will be held at the Kinetic Exhibition Park, featuring a trade show, door prizes, live auction and of course the Cramer Cup series.The one day trade show is sold out, doors
Hipra Welcomes New MemberHi my name is Ramiro Aguilar and I was born and raised in Mexico, Currently I reside in Lethbridge,AB.I am proud to serve as the Western Canada Sales Representative for Hipra Animal Nutrition. I am passionate about animal health and industry growth, I am looking forward to building new relationships and
Partners In Progress Golf Tournament Raises Funds for Cancer Care MB FoundationThe Partners in Progress golf tournament that was held on July 22nd, 2025.The goal of the day was of course to raise funds for Cancer Care Manitoba Foundation – with 100% of the funds staying within the province to help cancer patients and
Canada Pork #1 in Volume to JapanRemarkable achievement for Canada Pork in Japan!We’re proud to share that Canada Pork – Porc Canada was ranked #1 by volume in pork imports to Japan in 2024 (excluding offal and fat), based on official data from Japan’s Ministry of Finance.A historic milestone—this marks the first time in
PSC New Research ScientistThe Prairie Swine Centre recently announced the appointment of Dr. Atta Agyekum as the new Research Scientist – Nutrition. Dr. Agyekum will start this role mid July.Dr. Agyekum has been part of the Canadian swine sector for more then 10 years, serving in both the research and commercial divisions.Welcome Dr Atta.
Harry Siemens Receives AwardOn Saturday February 8th Harry Siemens was presented with the King Charles III Coronation Medal, from Senator Don Plett. A very well deserved honour.The award, presented through the office of Senator Don Plett, acknowledges Siemens’ contributions to journalism and advocacy, particularly in the agricultural sector.Senator Plett expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “It
CPC, CMC & CCA Meet Canadian Ambassador to the US of Ag in Late DecemberIndustry colleagues including René Roy (left) Chair of the Canadian Pork Council and Quebec pork producer, Dennis Laycraft (right) Executive Vice President of the Canadian Cattle Association and Chris White (Chair of the Canadian Meat Council) met with Kirsten Hillman,
Maple Leaf Shares Award WinnersAt a producers meeting in Lethbridge on October 30th awards were presented in various categories.Hog Delivery Performance Award – 3rd Keho Lake Colony, 2nd Fox Valley Colony, 1st Roseglen ColonyMeat Quality – 3rd Fox Valley Farming, 2nd Willow Creek Colony, 1st Elmspring ColonyWeight in Core over 200 hogs/week – 3rd
