CA: Swine Newsletter

Canadian pork producers may soon have a better understanding of how feeding strategies can affect pig health and performance.

Big changes in global pork trade

Mounting trade tensions between the United States and China, and within North America, will likely have a significant effect on global pork trade throughout the rest of this year.

Pork producer receives memorial award

CCSI presents this award to individuals who have made significant contributions to the swine industry through their involvement in scientific research, program development or program implementation.

Identifying research program priorities

Under the Swine Cluster 3 program, researchers will examine alternatives to the use of antibiotics.

Preparing for crisis on the farm

Two industry groups are offering members of the swine industry an opportunity to improve their health and safety knowledge.

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Type: Cash Crop/Hog

Acres: 37.95

Location: Langton, Ont.

Slat width study fills knowledge gaps

A University of Manitoba professor discusses the benefits and drawbacks of slatted flooring in swine barns.

Improving the quality of pigs

Neil Matthews, a validation research supervisor, explains how PIC is optimizing total carcass value by maximizing primal value, processing value and eating satisfaction.

Research & development director

DCL Nutrition + Santé Animale | St-Hyacinthe, Que.

Swine herdspersons

Spruit Farms Ltd. | Red Deer County, Alta.

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Corn Jul 18
344-2	344-6	336-2	339-6s	-6-0

Feeder Cattle Aug 18
151.475	152.375	150.675	151.850s	+0.400

Lean Hogs Jul 18
80.725	80.725	79.450	79.500s	-0.725

Live Cattle Aug 18
106.350	106.650	105.100	105.450s	-0.675

Soybean Jul 18
849-0	860-2	847-4	852-2s	+0-4

Wheat Jul 18
503-0	503-0	485-6	489-4s	-18-2

Cdn Dollar Jul 18
0.76270	0.76270	0.76190	0.76190	-0.00095