A partner with Polar Pork Farms says health status will be key in determining the economic strength of Saskatchewan's pork sector in the coming year. Amid feed costs that are more than double those of one year ago, lower global swine production resulting from losses due to African Swine Fever and herd reductions due to low returns have reduced global pork supplies.

Saskatchewan is stepping up its screening efforts as the Manitoba pork industry continues to deal with rising cases of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED). Since October 25th, 22 swine operations in Manitoba have been confirmed to have PED, a highly contagious virus that causes severe dehydration, vomiting and diarrhea in pigs.

A White City family took home top honours and bragging rights at Canadian Western Agribition’s newest event, BBQ Supreme. The professionally judged grilling competition, sponsored by Sask Pork and sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbecue Society, attracted teams from across Western Canada. Arrowhead North BBQ, will have a chance to compete at the American Royal barbecue championship

New research conducted by the Prairie Swine Centre shows pork producers can reduce their carbon footprint by adding wheat by-products to their ration formulations. With the support of Sask Pork, researchers have been evaluating the inclusion in swine diets of high fibre wheat by-products left over from the processing of wheat for human consumption.

The Canada West Swine Health Intelligence Network (CWISHN) is encouraging pork producers to report any incidents of sudden death to their herd veterinarians and request rule out testing for African Swine Fever. CWISHN Manager Dr. Jette Christensen says veterinarians in Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Alberta have reported Strep suis, sudden death, and septicemia this fall.

A research Scientist Ethology with the Prairie Swine Centre says the choice and location of enrichments provided to pigs will differ, depending on the type and stage of growth of the pigs. Dr. Jennifer Brown, a Research Scientist Ethology with the Prairie Swine Centre, shared her new research at Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium 2021.

Sask Pork has pledged $1,000 to the newly launched “Help Our BC Farm Families” GoFundMe Page, which was created today to support British Columbia’s farmers and livestock producers in the Fraser Valley, which has been hard hit by devastating floods this week.

The Director of Nutrition and Tech Services with Pipestone Nutrition expects Chinese pork imports to return to pre-African Swine Fever levels by the end of this year due a faster than expected restoration of China's swine numbers. "What’s Happening in the Chinese Pig Industry?" brought a global focus to yesterday’s 200+ attendees at the virtual Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium 2021.

Sask Pork honoured local swine researcher Dr. Dan Columbus with a Saskatchewan Pork Industry Award of Distinction in the area of Excellence in Production Research this week at the 44th annual Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium.

An Assistant Professor with Iowa State University says, by ensuring effective efficient ventilation in the barn, pork producers can maximize comfort and safety while reducing costs at the same time. Dr. Brett Ramirez says ventilation really does affect everything in the barn. He was a guest speaker on Day One of Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium 2021.

A Michigan State University Swine Extension Veterinarian with says faster detection of illness in pigs increases the likelihood of recovery and allows a more timely response to foreign animal disease. "Identifying Sick or At-Risk Pigs" will be discussed as part of Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium 2021 next week via Zoom.

New innovative research conducted by the Prairie Swine Centre in Saskatoon, supported by Sask Pork, shows that pork producers can reduce their feed costs and their carbon footprint by increasing their inclusion of high fibre by-products in the diet.

A Veterinary Pathologist with the Western College of Veterinary Medicine is encouraging the public, especially those who work with pigs, to get the annual flu shot.

A professional speaker and trainer says farmers who have encountered challenges finding local sources of labor are finding success in recruiting workers from foreign countries. "50 shades of beige" will be the keynote address at Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium 2021, which will be held virtually via Zoom November 16-17.

In response to a rise in COVID numbers in Saskatchewan, Sask Pork is shifting the 2021 edition of Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium from a live event to a virtual event. The 44th edition of Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium, slated for November 16 and 17 will feature thirteen guest speakers from four countries, live sessions featuring industry experts discussing best practices, the latest in industry trends, research and innovation and some practical take home information for producers.

Sask Pork, along with the Prairie Swine Centre and the University of Saskatchewan collaborated to hold a virtual town hall webinar on September 23rd looking at solutions to some of the challenges that high feed costs and low feed availability will pose to western Canadian farms this year

Canadian pork producers are disappointed by the outcome of today’s meeting between the Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers of Agriculture.

On news that the Federal, Provincial, and Territorial Ministers of Agriculture reached an agreement to remove the reference margin limit, the Canadian Pork Council, representing over 7,000 pork producers from coast to coast, acknowledge the Ministers’ efforts to meet and discuss AgriStability, but are extremely disappointed that Federal and Provincial Agriculture ministers could not reach consensus on Minister Bibeau’s proposal to improve payment rates.

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The McGrath family’s venture into the hog business has been a way to grow the farm, produce more food, and create jobs for the local community.

The Pork Promotion-Research Agency (PPRA) held its first meeting of the delegates today and identified the members that will guide its first year of operations. The agency will be relying heavily on their collective knowledge and expertise to ensure a successful startup. These members will play a strategic role in shaping the yearly business plan and the five-year strategy for the agency.