PED investigation confirms only one affected site

Industry NewsBy Andrew HeckJanuary 31, 2019

On January 8, 2019, we announced that a 400-head hog operation in Alberta had contracted the porcine epidemic diarrhea (PED) virus. On January 15, 2019, we provided an update on testing that was taking place at pig sites across the province, including assembly yards, abattoirs and truck washes. In partnership with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry,…

Alberta Pork Board of Directors welcomes new members

Industry NewsBy Andrew HeckJanuary 31, 2019

The Alberta Pork Board of Directors, staff and over 700 registered producers congratulate and welcome two board directors taking their positions in 2019. Stan Vanessen of Picture Butte will begin his first term, and Hendrik Fourie of Iron Springs will begin his second term, officially commencing when a board meeting is held shortly after semi-annual…