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The chair of the National Farm Animal Care Council’s Pig Code Development Committee reports reaction to Canada’s revised Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Pigs has been positive.

The Chair of the National Farm Animal Care Council’s Pig Code Development Committee says Canada’s updated Pig Code of Practice offers the best possible outcome for our animals and our industry.

The Chair of National Farm Animal Care Council’s Pig Code Development Committee says Canada’s updated Pig Code of Practice sets Canada apart in terms of how we care for our animals.

The National Farm Animal Care Council has released its updated Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Pigs in Canada.

The chair of the National Farm Animal Care Council’s Pig Code Development Committee says consumers are becoming more aware of how their food is produced and want assurances it’s done in a safe and humane manner.

The chair of the National Farm Animal Care Council’s Pig Code Development Committee reports an updated Code of Practice for the care and handling of pigs in Canada has been agreed to and is now ready for final editing and translation.

The general manager of the National Farm Animal Care Council says the challenge in updating Canada’s Pig Code of Practice has been striking a balance that reflects our scientific understanding of animal welfare, societal expectations and the financial ability of farmers to make changes.

The director of veterinary services with the Progressive Group of Companies warns many pork producers forced to convert from stall housing of gestating sows to group housing will be forced out of business.

The chair of the National Farm Animal Care Council’s Pig Code Development Committee reports significant progress in the effort to finalize an updated Pig Code of Practice.

The general manager of the National Farm Animal Care Council says its Pig Code Development Committee remains committed to reaching consensus on a final updated Code of practice for the Care and Handling of Pigs in Canada.