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
Manitoba Pork Welcomes New Chief Veterinary OfficerManitoba Pork is pleased to welcome Dr. Glen Duizer to his new position as chief veterinary officer for the Province of Manitoba. Dr. Duizer’s appointment was announced on Tuesday, September 3rd.“We would like to welcome Dr. Duizer to his new role and want to congratulate him on this
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,
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
AB Pork Reminds TeachersAt the Greater Edmonton Teachers’ Convention (GETCA) held in February Alberta Pork was onsite with a booth. Christina Quinn, Agriculture Education Coordinator, was there to share how Alberta’s hog farmers want to share their passion for food production with students and educators with The Alberta Teachers’ Association.Did you know – the
Billboards Raise AwarenessNow that’s a PIG-ture perfect bill-BOAR-d to remind you to Squeal on Pigs!Wild boar at large are present in Alberta and can devastate crops, predate on wildlife and livestock, and are hosts to 89 different diseases that can affect livestock, humans, and wildlife! The Wild Boar at Large Control Team operates to
Award winner Donald Leung, Photo courtesy of Debra Marshall
Award Of DistinctionThe Saskatchewan Pork Development board is taking a moment to recognize someone who has made a significant and lasting impact on the industry in our province and his legacy will be continued in the years and decades ahead.With Donald Leung being honoured as the
Lawrence MacAulay Welcomed Back as Ag MinisterFollowing Prime Minster Justin Trudeaus’ cabinet shuffle Lawrence Macaulay once again takes over the role of Minister of Agriculture & Agri-Food. This is a positon he has previously held with PM Trudeau starting back in 2015. •
CAFTA Welcomes New Executive DirectorCanadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA) Members welcomed their
Olymel Reach For The Top AwardsDuring the recent banquet at Alberta Pork Congress the winners of each category of Olymels RFFT awards were presented. Here is a list of the top five in each category.Food Safety: Champion Byemoor Colony, 1st runner up Parkland Colony, 2nd runner up Erskine Colony, 3rd runner up Sunnybend Colony
