5 08, 2021

From Publishers Desk

It is hard to believe here we are in the fourth of six editions in 2021. The days, weeks and months are zooming by. Sorry no pun intended. With restrictions loosening, yes some provinces more then others, it is so wonderful to see more unmasked faces again. It looks as though we will be

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3 06, 2021

Maple Glazed Pork Chops

IngredientsMaple Glaze:1/4 cup (60 mL) maple syrup2 Tbsp (30 mL) apple cider vinegar2 tsp (10 mL) Dijon mustard1/2 tsp (2 mL) garlic powder1/4 tsp (1 mL) paprika1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt1/4 tsp (1 mL) ground black pepper4 pork loin chops, about1 – 1 1/2 inch (2.5 x 3.8 cm) thick

DirectionsIn a small saucepan, combine

3 06, 2021

Kudos

Ralco Celebrates 50th Anniversary Ralco owners Brian & Mindy Knochenmus and Jon & Niter Knochenmus along with founder Lou Galbraith celebrated the company’s 50th anniversary Wednesday, April 21 with employees at their corporate headquarters in Marshall, Minnesota. Ralco’s humble beginnings started out of Bob & Lou Galbraith’s garage in Marshall in 1971 and has now become a

3 06, 2021

Pork Chops

World Pork Expo A GoDespite all trade show, seminars, meetings and symposiums either being cancelled or being held virtually in Canada, World Pork Expo is a go. The show will be held in Des Moines at the Iowa State Fairgrounds from June 9 – 11.•

Alberta Pork Congress CancelledDue to the Covid 19 situation and

3 06, 2021

Now what?

“They all joined together constantly in prayer, along with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with His brothers.” (Acts 1:14)Now what? The disciples just returned from witnessing Jesus’ ascent into heaven. If I were one of the disciples in that upper room, that’s the question the pops into my head. If

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3 06, 2021

Nursery Nutrition – Setting Piglets Up for Successful Growth

When it comes to nutrition, an abrupt change in the piglet’s digestive system happens when transitioning from milk to solid food. During the weaning period, gut bacteria and digestive enzymes are not fully developed, the intestinal barrier is weak, and the immune system is. Pathogens, such as enterotoxigenic E. coli, can take advantage of

3 06, 2021

California’s Proposition 12 Bad News for Hog Producers Everywhere

Pat McGonegle, the CEO of the Iowa Pork Producers Association, told the Manitoba Pork AGM in April California’s Proposition 12 can seriously disrupt pork marketing throughout the United States.California’s Proposition 12, a ballot initiative passed in 2018 and to come into effect January 1, 2022, raises the minimum space requirements for veal calves, breeding

3 06, 2021

2021 Hog Market Outlook Mixed But Generally Positive

Farm Credit Canada said the economic outlook for Canada’s hog sector looks positive amid the reopening of the Canadian economy.FCC principal economist Craig Klemmer said the hog sector sees strong demand domestically and in the export market. Still, higher input costs are creating some uncertainty and pressure in the marketplace.“Things are looking pretty positive

3 06, 2021

Research Shows Hog Producers Can Use Rye in Swine Rations 

Research conducted by the University of Saskatchewan and the Prairie Swine Center show while producers can include rye in the rations of grower pigs, it’s essential to maintain high energy levels in the ration.  The feeding trials used a new high-yielding hybrid variety of rye developed in Germany, less susceptible to ergot. Dr. Denise Beaulieu, an

3 06, 2021

On The Edge With Siemens Says

The grain, feed, and oilseed markets continue volatile already in a weather marketThe grain and oilseed market kept climbing to further record highs with canola reaching over $1000 a tonne and wheat over eight dollars a bushel but then dropped steadily for a whole week before the May long weekend.  With prices still high Jonathan