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Total seeding progress in Manitoba is sitting at about 88 per cent complete, compared to the three-year average of 94 per cent for this time of year.
 
High wind speeds over the last week, coupled with frost on May 30th hurt or delayed crops in many areas.
 
Dry surface soils together with wet or saturated subsurface soils have combined for difficult emergence in some crops.
 
Flea beetle spraying is ongoing.
 
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Does stress ruin meat quality? - Dr. Antonio Velarde

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Antonio Velarde from IRTA explains how animal welfare at slaughter influences stress, handling, and meat quality in pigs. He highlights transport challenges, stunning methods, and the importance of staff training and facility design. Dr. Velarde also discusses the One Welfare concept, which links animal and human well-being. Listen now on all major platforms!