Bill Alford, General Manager of H@ms Marketing Services, shared his insights on Western Canadian hog farmers’ current trends and challenges. Alford delved into market conditions, regulatory issues, and the impact of recent developments in the industry.Alford said, “Futures prices for hogs you could book earlier this year were at excellent margin levels, and feed
Over the past two years, research suggests the wild pig situation in western Canada is much more controllable than in other regions. Squeal on Pigs Manitoba, which coordinates Manitoba’s efforts to eradicate wild pigs, is working with groups throughout North America.Dr. Wayne Lees, coordinator of Squeal on Pigs Manitoba, reports that data collected during
Fundraising is in full stride in aid of about 135 workers who lost their jobs when the Sunterra Meats plant at Trochu caught fire on June 17.Sunterra Meats President Ray Price confirmed late in July that the fire broke out inside the plant toward the end of the day, when most people had finished
Are you up against the wind? Is God responsible for the struggle you are straining against? Certainly not, when we are reaping the consequences of our wrongdoing. On the flip side, though, with no blatant transgression involved – God does send us against the wind.On one occasion Jesus sent His disciples to go before
Some cherished concepts have turned 50 this year: Rubik’s Cube, Skittles and Bailey’s Irish Cream among them. For a select crowd gathered in Red Deer on June 12 and 13, the most important of all may well have been Alberta Pork Congress – a place where producers and suppliers could reconnect and talk shop.The
Ingredients
6 Canadian farmer sausage pattiesCanola oil for frying6 eggs
Assembly:6 English muffins, split and toastedMayonnaise, for spreadingHot sauce (optional)6 slices cheddar cheeseground black pepper12 butter lettuce leaves or small green leaf lettuce leaves12 tomato slices6 strips bacon, cooked
Directions
Preheat large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry sausage patties until lightly browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes
SIP Welcomes New Team Member
Swine Innovation Porc (SIP) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ravneet Kaur as Manager of Research Development, effective July 2, 2024.As Manager of Research Development, Ravneet will serve as a key liaison between SIP and the Canadian pork research community. She will provide focused support for ongoing research initiatives,
RDSTWThe 2024 Red Deer Swine Technology Workshop will be held on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at Westerner Park. Swine Tech is Alberta’s biggest technical seminar specifically aimed at furthering the practical, hands-on knowledge of producers and barn workers. Some of the topics included are: Weaning Age Impact; Water Line Disinfection; Advantages and Disadvantages on
Ingredients
4 tart apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced1/3 cup (75 mL) dark brown sugar1 tsp (5 mL) ground cinnamon1/2 tsp (2 mL) ground nutmeg2 Tbsp (30 mL) butter6 slices Applewood Smoked Bacon, cooked, drained and torn into small pieces3 large eggs1 cup (250 mL) milk1/2 cup (125 mL) all-purpose flour1/2 cup (125 mL) whole-wheat
Viterra Partners with Foodgrains Bank for Ninth Consecutive Yearto Help End HungerAs the world grapples with hunger crises driven by conflict, climate, and economic challenges impacting the rising cost of food, Viterra and Canadian Foodgrains Bank are partnering to make a difference.2024 marks nine consecutive years of partnership for the two Canadian organizations, as
