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Growing Assurance application deadline approaching

The Growing Assurance – Food Safety On-Farm program is accepting applications until December 5, 2014.

Swine producers can apply under 4 categories: animal welfare, biosecurity, food safety on-farm, and workplace safety and health. Swine producers can access up to $16,200 in government funding per CQA-registered site for eligible projects. Funding is provided by Growing Forward 2, a federal-provincial-territorial initiative.

Special note: For approved biosecurity construction projects, successful applicants will have until September 2015 to complete them.

For more information click here, contact Mark Fynn, Manitoba Pork’s Animal Care Specialist, at 204-235-2302, email mfynn@manitobapork.com, or contact Robyn‎ Harte, Business Development Specialist Swine at Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development, at 204-945-5402.

Source: Manitoba Pork


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Relentless spring rains are drenching our sheep farm! Despite the downpour, our sheep are fortunate to have a cozy and dry shelter in our barns. Our barns are equipped with curtains on all sides, allowing us to adjust the amount of natural light and fresh air that enters. Whether it's opening them wide to create an outdoor-like environment or shutting them tight to keep the sheep snug and content, our barns provide the perfect refuge from the harsh weather conditions outside.

While we appreciate the nourishing rain that will eventually result in lush pastures and abundant hay during the summer, we are grateful that our sheep are not exposed to the elements and remain healthy. Join us as we lay fresh bedding in every barn, ensuring our sheep's comfort and well-being. Witness the joy of our lambs frolicking in the straw, a true testament to their happiness.

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