Ontario Pork Congress gearing up for 40th year

May 17, 2013

The Ontario Pork Congress (OPC) dubbed as Canada’s largest hog show, will be celebrating its 40th anniversary in June.

Organizers are planning to make the anniversary event a celebration of pork and include an educational element for hog producers. The OPC brings together those involved in the swine industry to showcase the latest technologies, products and services available. Additionally, the congress seeks to discuss industry issues like animal welfare, profitability and more.

Some key events to take place include Pig Art, which is a photography contest, the Junior Barrow Competition and the popular Hog Jog – a run to support Victim Services in Perth County. New this year, the OPC has partnered up with the Stratford Blues and Rib Festival for a five-day long event called “Hog Wild Week in Stratford.” The festival will feature live blues music, barbequed pork and several events.

Congress organizers have made it easier for hog farmers to attend by moving to new dates – Wed. June 19th and Thurs. June 20th. The OPC will be held at the Stratford Rotary Complex for both days. Hog producers and industry leaders are encouraged to attend. More information about the Ontario Pork Congress can be found on their website or by following them on Twitter at @OntPorkCongress.

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