News - Manitoba Pork

The Manager of Swine Health Programs with Manitoba Pork says the risk to pigs of contracting PED from previously infected pigs remains high much longer than had been previously thought.

The Chair of Manitoba Pork is calling on Manitoba’s political leaders to demonstrate their support for a resurrected Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade agreement.

The General Manager of Manitoba Pork says Manitoba’s pork industry has made huge strides in terms of reducing its environmental footprint.

The General Manager of Manitoba Pork says, even with changes proposed under the provincial government’s “Red Tape Reduction and Government Efficiency Act,” Manitoba’s pork industry will continue to be subject to some of the strictest environmental regulations anywhere.

The Chair of Manitoba Pork says the province’s pork industry remains committed to adhering to the strictest environmental standards anywhere.

Manitoba Pork is encouraging its members to voice their support the provincial government’s “Red Tape Reduction and Government Efficiency Act” during public hearings planned for next week.

The Manager of Swine Health Programs with Manitoba Pork says dealing with a new more virulent strain of PRRS has become one of the Manitoba Pork industry’s top priorities.

The Human Resources and Training Coordinator with Manitoba Pork says it’s important for swine barn workers dealing with the stresses of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea to focus on maintaining their own health.

Manitoba Pork has expanded its swine health management team. In an effort to enhance response to disease threats Manitoba Pork has created the new position of Manager of Swine Health Programs.

The Amazing Agriculture Adventure will provide about one thousand grades four and five students a three day hands-on look at where their food comes from next week.