Florian and Betty Possberg, prominent pork producers from Humboldt, Saskatchewan, have been recognized for their lifetime contributions to the pork industry. The couple was honored with the Award of Distinction: Lifetime Achievement during the Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium 2024,...

Full Interview 8:00 Listen Research from the University of Saskatchewan has revealed that strategic management changes during the early life of pigs can significantly enhance their welfare and performance throughout their lifetime. These findings were presented at the...

Topigs Norsvin Canada Inc., a leading swine genetics supplier, has announced the appointment of Pieter Van Den Boogaard as Business Development Representative. Pieter joined the company’s Eastern Canada Business Development Team on November 18, 2024, bringing valuable expertise and...

Joe Kleinsasser, a prominent figure in Saskatchewan agriculture and a member of the Rosetown Hutterite Colony, has been named the 2024 Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan Champion. The award was presented during the Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium in Saskatoon,...

The 47th Annual Sask Pork Industry Symposium brought together pork producers, industry experts, and stakeholders for an engaging two-day event in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Held on November 21-22, 2024, this year’s symposium was a platform for knowledge-sharing, networking, and discussions...

Farmscape for November 19, 2024 Full Interview 14:46 Listen The Communications and Marketing Coordinator with Sask Pork says the province's pork producers are heading toward 2025 in an optimistic mood. Earlier this month the Saskatchewan Pork Development Board hosted...

Farmscape for November 18, 2024 Full Interview 6:31 Listen The Manager of Knowledge Transfer with the Prairie Swine Centre says, when it comes to management, little things done right add up. Taking Care of Basics, Measuring on-farm best management practices...

Maple Leaf Foods has announced its Q3 2024 financial results, including key developments on the planned spin-off of its pork business. The new pork-focused entity, Canada Packers, is set to operate independently by 2025. This strategic move is designed...

Farmscape for November 15, 2024 Full Interview 9:54 Listen The Executive Director of the Canadian Pork Council suggests it's important to ensure any changes to Canada's pig code of practice are science based and actually improve animal care. Canada's...

Download the complete report here Weekly Hog Prices: Cash hog prices increased significantly across all markets as the counter-seasonal rally continues. National PM prices over the 5-day week averaged a gain of $5.69 US per cwt, although Friday-to-Friday values were...

Ken Engele, the Manager of Knowledge Transfer with the Prairie Swine Centre, discusses “Taking Care of Basics-Measuring On-Farm Best Management Practices.” Ken Engele 6:31 Listen Dr. Temple Grandin, an Animal Science Professor with Colorado State University, facilitates “A Discussion...

Farmscape for November 5, 2024 Full Interview 18:03 Listen The Saskatchewan Research Chair in Feed Processing Technology says the biggest challenge with including high levels of pea starch in swine rations is the issue of flow. An increased use...

Why should we do post-mortem examinations in pigs? That’s the question Jeff Bergermann, Veterinary Services Manager at Zoetis Canada, posed at the start of his presentation to participants of the 2024 PSC Producer Meetings. It’s a good idea to do post-mortem...

Farmscape for November 1, 2024 Full Interview 6:59 Listen The Communications and Marketing Coordinator with Sask Pork says the 47th edition of Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium will provide an opportunity for pork producers to learn the latest in research...

Farmscape for October 29, 2024 Full Interview 15:30 Listen The Prairie Swine Center's recently appointed Research Scientist Ethology says her priorities moving forward will be to advance work by Drs. Yolande Seddon, Jenifer Brown and Harold Gonyou with a...