PED Confirmed on Two Swine Farms in RM of Grasslands: Producers Urged to Stay Vigilant Two swine farms in the Rural Municipality of Grasslands have recently been confirmed to have cases of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED). The infected premises include a nursery operation (IP001) and a linked downstream finisher (IP002). A buffer area has been…

As global attention remains focused on African swine fever (ASF), another highly contagious disease has re-emerged in the spotlight—Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD). With recent outbreaks across Europe, Asia, and parts of North Africa, the Canadian swine sector must remain alert and proactive. Why FMD Matters Unlike ASF, which affects only pigs, FMD is a…

On March 19, 2025 the Canadian Pork Council, with the support of Alberta Pork and the other provincial pork organizations, launched PigLEARN, an online training platform for Canadian pork producers. PigLEARN offers: 86+ training modules in swine sector-specific best management practices A platform to onboard new workers or refresh the knowledge of experienced workers Tracking…