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Registration is now open for the 2023-24 Ontario Pork Leadership Training Program

Applications are now being accepted for the 2023-24 Ontario Pork Leadership Training program. Tailored specifically for ambitious individuals aspiring to become successful leaders, this program offers invaluable insights, knowledge, and tools to cultivate effective leadership skills.

Through a carefully curated curriculum, participants will consider a diverse range of topics and engage in practical exercises. From strategic decision-making to effective communication, participants will gain a deep understanding of the skills and competencies essential for leadership in the pork industry.

The program is committed to fostering a collaborative learning environment, where participants can network with like-minded individuals. By sharing experiences, best practices, and lessons learned, participants will build meaningful connections that extend beyond the program, forming a supportive network of future leaders.

Pork producers who possess a passion for leadership and a drive to shape the future of the Ontario pork industry are encouraged to apply. The Ontario Pork Leadership Training program seeks individuals who are eager to make a positive impact, embracing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to unlock your leadership potential and contribute to the growth and success of the pork producers’ community in Ontario. Apply now and embark on a journey toward becoming an influential leader in the pork industry.

Source : Ontario Pork

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Advancing Swine Disease Traceability: USDA's No-Cost RFID Tag Program for Market Channels

Video: Advancing Swine Disease Traceability: USDA's No-Cost RFID Tag Program for Market Channels

On-demand webinar, hosted by the Meat Institute, experts from the USDA, National Pork Board (NPB) and Merck Animal Health introduced the no-cost 840 RFID tag program—a five-year initiative supported through African swine fever (ASF) preparedness efforts. Beginning in Fall 2025, eligible sow producers, exhibition swine owners and State Animal Health Officials can order USDA-funded RFID tags through Merck A2025-10_nimal Health.

NPB staff also highlighted an additional initiative, funded by USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Veterinary Services through NPB, that helps reduce the cost of transitioning to RFID tags across the swine industry and strengthens national traceability efforts.

Topics Covered:

•USDA’s RFID tag initiative background and current traceability practices

•How to access and order no-cost 840 RFID tags

•Equipment support for tag readers and panels

•Implementation timelines for market and cull sow channels How RFID improves ASF preparedness an