CUSMA Stability Remains Critical for North American Pork Industry, Says Polar Pork’s Florian Possberg

Jul 13, 2026

The future of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) has become a renewed topic of discussion across North America’s pork sector following the United States’ decision not to extend the agreement for another 16-year term.

While the decision does not immediately change trading conditions, it triggers the agreement’s scheduled review process and opens the possibility that any participating country could withdraw from the trade pact with six months’ notice.

For pork producers whose businesses rely on integrated North American supply chains, maintaining predictable and open trade remains essential.

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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.