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Grade five student first Sask Pork Whole Hog Youth Ambassador

Sask Pork launched a new agricultural education program today designed to help share the story of pork production.

The organization named 10-year-old Reise Podordeski of Marcelin the new Whole Hog Youth Ambassador.

Podordeski will be involved in the creation of a series of videos that will focus on basic consumer questions and some of the things he has learned along the way.

He will also attend various events across the province on behalf of Sask Pork.

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"Biochar, a vegetable charcoal produced by pyrolysis, has shown potential in reducing diarrhea incidence and improving gut health in weaning piglets."

Meet the guest: Dr. Luciana Rossi https://www.linkedin.com/in/luciana-r... is an Associate Professor at the University of Milan, specializing in animal nutrition, biotechnology, and innovative feed strategies. Her work focuses on functional ingredients, edible vaccines, and alternatives to antimicrobials to improve swine health and sustainability. Her research advances nutritional solutions that reduce disease risk and environmental impact.