4-H Canada, a cornerstone in youth leadership and agricultural education, faces a significant challenge as it grapples with major funding cuts from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC). Midway through the fiscal year 2023-24, the federal government informed 4-H Canada that its funding under the federal AgriCompetitiveness Program would be much lower than requested and
KAP ag matters panel: Mady Adamson, Paul Spenst, and Kim McConnell.
Part of Keystone Agricultural Producers 40th AGM in Winnipeg, MB, on January 23, 2024, Brenna Mahoney, KAP general manager, led a dynamic panel discussion. In this diverse and dynamic discussion, the panellists shared unique insights on why agriculture ensures food security, addresses environmental challenges,
Celebrating the Heart of Hog Production
In Manitoba, across Western Canada and the world, the hog industry is more than just a profession; it’s a way of life for me that began in 1971. Over these decades, I’ve witnessed the industry’s growth, navigated through its challenges, and celebrated its successes. Today, I want to dedicate
Sylvan Charlebois
In Canadian legislation, few bills have stirred as much controversy and debate, such as Bill C-282. Positioned on the threshold of becoming law, this bill has sparked intense scrutiny and opposition, and for good reason. Let’s delve into why Bill C-282 is raising red flags and threatening to disrupt the delicate balance of
Alberta Pork featured one of the Emergency Livestock Trailers in their booth at Alberta Livestock Expo in October 2017
Commodity groups, rural municipalities and the Alberta SPCA have stepped into the void left with the collapse of the Alberta Farm Animal Care Association.On March 1, AFAC Chair Merna Gisler announced that the groundbreaking farm animal
The crowd gathers for the announcement of the Cramer Cup series winners
The annual Saskatchewan Livestock Expo, formally known as Cramer Expo, was held back on Thursday February 22, in Swift Current. With eighty companies in attendance exhibiting everything from genetics, to equipment, feed & nutrition, pharmaceuticals and manufactures all aspects of the hog sector
Dr. Madonna Benjamin
Piglets have one of the most complex nursing behaviours among mammals, writes Madonna Benjamin of Michigan State University on the Pork Business website.The sow continuously exposes the piglets in the initial hours after birth and colostrum is always available.Newborn piglets perform the so-called ‘teat sampling behaviour’ for the first eight hours.Piglets compete
The Canadian Pork Council is disappointed comments from the pork industry on both sides of the border were not taken into consideration in the finalized rule, announced recently by United States Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, mandating that all meat products sold with a “Product of the U.S.A.” label be derived from animals raised, slaughtered,
Robyn Harte and Dr. Michael Sheridan thanking him for his unwaveringdedication and service, marking a legacy that has profoundly impacted the sector.
Robyn Harte, the swine specialist with Manitoba Agriculture, Manitoba Swine Seminar 2024 committee, and chairing sessions presented Dr. Mike Sheridan with the recognition at the MSS.Her LinkedIn profile says she has a diverse
In a recent announcement, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack finalized a rule to align the voluntary “Product of USA” label claim with consumer understanding. Vilsack emphasized the importance of consumer protection and marketplace fairness, stating, “Today’s announcement is a vital step toward consumer protection and builds on the Biden-Harris Administration’s work
