A Professor Emeritus with the University of Manitoba says it’s prudent to reduce antibiotic use in both human medicine and in animal agriculture.
Manitoba Agriculture reports, despite the abundant rainfall this season, the number of Fusarium damaged cereal crop samples has been lower than had been feared.
Manitoba Agriculture reports cereal crops harvested so far in Manitoba have come off in very good condition and yields have been above average.
The Canadian Pork Council is advising western Canadian pork producers to be monitoring feed grains closely for the presence of mycotoxins.
The Veterinary Counsel with the Canadian Pork Council reports the status of the western Canadian Swine herd is healthy and strong.
The National Farm Animal Care Council says a proposed update of Canada’s Transport Code will align it with anticipated changes to the Humane Transport Section of the Health of Animals Act.
A brand new event planned for day 2 of the Winnipeg BBQ and Blues Festival this weekend will feature BBQ-themed food and product demonstrations.
Manitoba’s Agriculture Minister says being open, transparent and sharing the story of what goes on in agriculture is key to maintaining the public’s trust in farmers and in the food they produce.
Bacon will be the theme Wednesday evening at Shaw Stadium, as the Winnipeg Goldeyes baseball team, in partnership with Manitoba Pork, hosts bacon night.
The use of heat is emerging as an excellent alternative for deactivating the pathogens responsible for the spread of swine disease that can contaminate swine transport vehicles.
