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4 06, 2025

Canadian Beef and Pork Push into Asia Gains Traction with Indo-PacificSupport

Diedrah Kelly

The Indo-Pacific region continues to offer major growth opportunities for Canada’s beef and pork industries, as government, industry associations, and trade commissioners collaborate to expand market share and tackle access barriers in Southeast Asia.At an online market briefing hosted by the Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office (IPAAO) on May 13, Canadian officials and

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4 06, 2025

60 Years of Manitoba Pork: A Legacy of Change, Challenge, and Commitment

Cam Dahl

Reflecting on Manitoba Pork’s 60-year history, one can’t help but think back to the early 1970s, when the industry looked very different—smaller farms, simpler systems, and a less integrated market. Over the decades, people have watched the evolution of the pork sector firsthand: change, progression, and, yes, hardship have all played a role

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4 06, 2025

Updating the Pig Code of Practice

Yolande Seddon, Gillian Muir (Dean of Western College of Veterinary Medicine), and René Roy

The decision to update the code of practice for the care and handling of pigs is a sign of the pork industry’s commitment to strong animal welfare, said a pork welfare specialist.“The industry has moved the code forward so that is

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4 06, 2025

Canada to Update Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Pigs

The Canadian Pork Council (CPC), in partnership with the National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC), has launched the process to update the Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Pigs in Canada. The review, guided by NFACC’s structured, science-informed approach, aims to strengthen animal welfare standards while keeping them practical for producers.

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4 06, 2025

Indigenous Perspectives Strengthen Canada’s Wild Pig Eradication Strategy

At the second Canadian Wild Pig Summit held virtually on April 29, 2025, Gabby Nichols, Programs Manager with Invasives Canada, delivered a detailed presentation on Indigenous engagement and its critical role in Canada’s invasive wild pig strategy. Her talk highlighted national efforts to incorporate Indigenous knowledge and leadership in the fight against invasive wild

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4 06, 2025

Canada Unites to Tackle Wild Pigs and Prevent Disease Threats

Experts from across Canada gathered virtually on April 29, 2025, for the second Canadian Wild Pig Summit, hosted by Animal Health Canada in partnership with Squeal on Pigs Manitoba and Manitoba Pork. The event highlighted national progress in monitoring, managing, and removing invasive wild pigs, while supporting broader efforts to prevent African Swine Fever

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4 06, 2025

Herd Health Check & Looking Back with Dr. Frank Marshall

Dr Frank Marshall, quarterly herd health check at Hartland Colony

Driving down the highway with veterinarian Dr. Frank Marshall is like receiving an agricultural history lesson.On the left side of the road he points out an old dairy barn that has not seen cows in years. On the right side of the highway is a

4 06, 2025

From the publishers desk,

Greetings on a bright sunny Alberta Tuesday morning as I am penning this installment. This following a spring storm that blew through last night with high winds and hard rain, hoping the rain fell in the many areas that are fighting fires.Thanks to all those who took the time to fill out our annual

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10 04, 2025

Cajun Honey Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients2 tsp smoked paprika2 tsp garlic powder1 tsp onion powder1 tsp black pepper1 tsp dried oregano1 tsp dried thyme¼ tsp salt¼ tsp cayenne1 lb pork tenderloin1 tbsp olive oil2 tbsp butter¼ cup honey½ cup vegetable broth

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 F.

Mix together spices in a small bowl.

Preheat a cast-iron or ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.

While

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Kudos

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