Daily Archives: April 8, 2025

PED Confirmed in Manitoba

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…

Foot and Mouth Disease

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…