Feed Requirement Updates PigSAFE and PigCARE programs have updates related to Section 3.3 – Approved and Registered Feed and Feed Ingredients. These changes are intended to align program language with the updated federal Feeds Regulations, while maintaining continuity...
Feed Cost Commentary Understanding feed cost trends is critical for managing margins. Each month, we review current market conditions and key drivers influencing ingredient pricing across Western Canada. Updated: February 2026 Market Overview Feed ingredient prices...
Traceability Amendments Concerned about the Part XV (Traceability) of the Health of Animals Regulations? This winter, Alberta Pork has heard from some producers concerned about the proposed amendments to the Part XV (Traceability) of the Health of Animals Regulations...
Major Changes to Wild Boar Regulations The Government of Alberta has introduced significant updates to the Pest and Nuisance Control Regulation, redefining how Wild Boar are managed across the province. As of December 1, Wild Boar—not just Wild Boar-at-Large—are now...
Advocating for Alberta’s Pork Producers Alberta Pork speaks up for the province’s pork producers who raise more than 2.6 million pigs each year and support over 13,000 Albertans in jobs that contribute $1.6 billion annually to Alberta’s economy. Our role is to make...
Highlights from the Fall 2025 Edition The Canadian Hog Journal offers a clear look at the pressures and progress shaping Canada’s pork sector, with a strong focus on labour, demographics, sustainability and research. Labour shortages continue to place strain on...
