Support for gene-edited pork

New consumer research suggests shoppers are increasingly open to pork produced using gene-editing technology, particularly when there are clear benefits such as reduced antibiotic use.

Five swine welfare themes identified in Canada’s Pig Code update

Work is underway on the next update to Canada’s Code of Practice for the care and handling of pigs, and early stakeholder input is helping shape the direction of that process.

Alberta rat control program viewed as potential model for wild pig control

The coordinator of Squeal on Pigs Manitoba suggests the success of Alberta's rat control program provides a good model for the elimination of wild pigs in Canada.

Common gut bacteria identified as cause of pig ear necrosis

Research from the University of Saskatchewan has identified the cause of pig ear necrosis, a painful and troublesome affliction that causes the ear tissue of pigs to rot away.

Breaking barriers

The United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution declaring 2026 as the International Year of the Women Farmer.

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Type: Cash Crop

Acres: 299

Location: Diamond Valley, Alta.