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The Executive Director of the Animal Nutrition Association of Canada says the planned modernization of regulations governing the manufacture of feed in Canada promises to clear the way for the approval of new types of feed ingredients that will benefit animal health and the ability to outline those benefits on product labels.

The Director of Animal Health with Hylife says the emotional experience of dealing with Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea is as bad or worse than anyone would realize.

The President and CEO of Kerns and Associates predicts the North American pork sector is poised to reap substantial economic benefits as the result of reduced pork production in the Pacific rim.

The members and staff of Manitoba Pork have been recognized for outstanding philanthropy.

Research conducted on behalf of Swine Innovation Porc shows newborn piglets should be allowed to suckle for at least two days before cross fostering to help stimulate future milk production.

Scientist are looking at the possibility of using diet to reduce the potential for leg problems in sows without negatively impacting milk production.

The Chair of the Canadian Pork Council expects the movement of Canadian pork to China to eclipse the pace set prior to China’s suspension of Canadian pork imports in June.

Strategies designed to encourage the sow to produce higher volumes of milk will provide her piglets a greater opportunity to grow resulting in higher more productive weaning weights.

The National Pork Producer’s Council says harmonizing animal health regulations within North America will be key to addressing a foreign animal disease outbreak should one occur.

Efforts aimed at preventing and preparing for African Swine Fever remain a top of mind concern among Canada’s pork producers.