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Canadian Hog Journal Spring 2025

Unity, Innovation, and Progress: What’s Inside the Spring 2025 Edition of the Canadian Hog Journal

The latest edition of the Canadian Hog Journal is here—and it’s a powerful testament to the resilience, unity, and forward-thinking spirit of Canada’s red meat sector. From coast to coast, producers, processors, and industry leaders are coming together to tackle challenges and shape a stronger future for Canadian pork.

Strength in Unity

The cover story, “Canadian Red Meat Industry Shows Strength in Unity,” spotlights how national collaboration is driving meaningful change. The Canadian Pork Council (CPC) and Canadian Meat Council (CMC) are stepping up advocacy efforts in response to trade tensions and U.S. tariffs. Their coordinated push ensures our pork sector has a unified voice on the global stage.

Clean Tech on the Farm

“Clean Investments Can Pay Off On-Farm” shares real-world insights from Ontario producer Jonathan Giret. From solar panels to heat exchangers, he explains how sustainable energy solutions can not only reduce your carbon footprint but also boost profitability. It’s a must-read for producers looking to future-proof their operations.

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Genetics Behind Swine Resilience - Dr. Jenelle Dunkelberger

Video: Genetics Behind Swine Resilience - Dr. Jenelle Dunkelberger


In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Jenelle Dunkelberger, geneticist at Topigs Norsvin, explains how genetics can improve disease resilience in pigs. She explores how resilience differs from resistance, the role of genetic variation, and how breeding strategies can enhance health and performance under disease pressure. Dr. Dunkelberger also covers practical applications and future implications for swine production. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Controlled experimental trials confirm that differences in mortality and performance under disease pressure are linked to genetic background, even when environmental conditions remain consistent."

Meet the guest: Dr. Jenelle Dunkelberger / jenelle-dunkelberger-9200ab86 is a geneticist at Topigs Norsvin, where she leads the Global Health and Behavior Research Platform. She earned her PhD from Iowa State University, focusing on host genetics and disease response in pigs. Her work centers on improving swine health and performance through genetic selection for resilience and behavior traits.