Prairie Hog Country February-March 2023 edition

Feb 06, 2023

Excited to share the first edition of Prairie Hog Country in 2023 February-March was uploaded to the press last week. It of course has extensive coverage from Banff Pork Seminar sessions, awards winners and hallway chats. Plus articles on time management, Prairie Livestock Expo Pork Quality Competition results, China market once again accepting Canadian pork, locking in future prices, new family work permits, thanks Rick and so much more. The issue will be in the hands of Canada Post tomorrow Friday February 3rd, at which time the online issue will also be updated. Thanks so much for continued support look forward to bringing you the latest hog news and information for the 27th year.

Source : Swine Web

Video: Synthetic Microbiota Explained - Dr. Alexandre Thibodeau

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Alexandre Thibodeau, from the University of Montreal, explains how synthetic microbiota and bioreactor systems can help researchers study gut microorganisms, evaluate feed additives, investigate Salmonella control strategies, and develop alternatives to animal trials. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Bioreactor models can screen microbiota solutions before animal trials, lowering costs and reducing the number of pigs needed."

Meet the guest: Dr. Alexandre Thibodeau / alexandre-thibodeau-2493a540 is an Associate Professor at the University of Montreal, in Canada, with a PhD in Veterinary Science and Microbiology. His work focuses on swine gut health, food safety, microbiota research, pathogen control, and alternative research models that support animal production and welfare. His research explores innovative strategies to better understand interactions among microorganisms and to improve livestock health outcomes. Learn more from Dr. Alexandre Thibodeau on The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, available on all major platforms.