Biosecurity key to keep PED under control

Since Feb. 2014, when porcine epidemic diarrhea was first identified in Manitoba, the province's pork sector have been working to control the infection.

Farmer finds success with organic pork

Brett Israel and his family have overcome challenges and found success and satisfaction in raising certified organic pork at 3Gen Organics.

Cooperation, coordination, communication, key to ASF preparedness

The Swine Health Information Center credits sector wide cooperation for helping the North American pork industry prepare for and defend against African swine fever.

Risk of disease establishment in wild pigs

Researchers investigated the effect of social structure and management on the spread of infectious disease in wild pig populations.

SHO confirms PDCoV in Ont. barn

The virus can impact pigs differently depending on sex and age, though most can experience gastrointestinal distress.

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Type: Cash Crop

Acres: 37.21

Location: Dorchester, Ont.