Independent Mara Rozitis of Tache, MB, owner of Signature Swine Solutions, who attended the Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium in November in Saskatoon, said it was chock full of engaging speakers, enlightening vendor booths, and delicious meals. All of this provided an ideal backdrop for learning and networking.Rozitis said Dr. Temple Grandin was the most
Prairie Livestock ExpoPrairie Livestock Expo will be held Wednesday December 11th at the Victoria Inn & Conference Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The one trade show will be open from 9am-6pm and will once again include a Pork Quality Competition.On line registration is open. For information or more details contact Dallas Ballance at 204.782.0272 emailinfo@prairielivestockexpo.ca
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Coming to the end of 2024, I reflect on profound changes in my life and our world. A year ago, I didn’t know my lovely wife Angelinda existed, yet today, we share a life together in Holy matrimony, filled with love and gratitude. While I
Attendees at the Red Deer Swine Technology Workshop October 9th
One constant in the evolving industry of swine production has been the annual Red Deer Swine Technology Workshop, created as a practical training session for producers, managers and barn staff. First hosted in 1999 by University of Alberta Professor Frank Aherne and nutritionist Jim Gowans,
Celebrating 40 years of research
Sunterra’s venture into processing specialized meats for Italian markets has made great strides with help from a powerful partner based in Leduc.A brochure published by the Alberta Food Processors Association includes comments by Ray Price, president of the Sunterra Group of Companies.For more than 20 years, says the brochure, Sunterra
Barn near Acme Alberta
Nestled among the ocean of grain fields northeast of Calgary lies the site of a mixed farm that seeded and grew an industry.Roughly seven decades have passed since Stan and Flo Price embarked on a farming venture that would bring PIC to Canada from its home in the United Kingdom, and
Colleen McElwain
Animal Health Canada has secured $13 million in funding through Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s AgriAssurance Program under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. This funding, announced at the Animal Health Canada Forum 2024, will support efforts to improve the health and welfare of farmed animals across Canada over the next five years.Executive Director Colleen
Group photos include Chris White, President and CEO of the Canadian Meat Council, Canada Pork, StephenHeckbert, Executive Director of the Canadian Pork Council, and Minister Lawrence MacAulay.Pictures courtesy Jennica Klassen,Communications Specialist, Canadian Pork Council
Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, recently concluded a productive visit to Beijing, China, where he worked to strengthen trade
Richelle Reddy
Two Manitoban organizations offer free support services to emphasize the critical but often overlooked mental health and wellness issues in farming communities.“In small towns and rural areas, the close-knit nature of the community—where your neighbour might also be your healthcare provider—can create a sense of shame, isolation, and stigma around seeking care,” stated
The Senate in Ottawa is rife with several bills passed by the House of Commons that the agricultural sector is grappling with, causing some heavy concerns that could involve trade and key agriculture sectors.The Canadian agri-food producers commend the Senate Foreign Affairs and International Trade Committee for amending Bill C-282 so that it does
