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Agribition continues to have an economic impact

Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) continues to make a significant contribution to the Regina and Saskatchewan economies.

This according to a recent study conducted by Praxis Consulting Ltd.

The study, commissioned by CWA following the 2022 show, showed a 31 per cent increase in the overall economic impact since its last assessment, bringing the total contribution to $96.5 million which is up from $73.6 million in 2017.

CWA CEO, Shaun Kindopp said the show is a major economic driver.

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Felipe Hickmann from Laval University explores how nutritional strategies and manure management impact biogas production in pig farming. He breaks down the science behind anaerobic digestion at low temperatures and explains how dietary adjustments affect methane production and environmental sustainability. Learn how producers can reduce emissions and improve resource efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!

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