Pork producers revive Donate a Hog program Tuesday, March 20, 2012 by BETTER FARMING STAFFOntario pork producers have revived their Donate a Hog program in support of the Ontario Association of Food Banks. Funds raised for the food banks will be used to purchase and distribute pork products for food bank clients.In a news release announcing the program, Ontario Pork chair Wilma Jeffray says the program “is an opportunity for Ontario’s pork farmers to demonstrate their commitment and generosity to our rural communities by donating towards families who are in need.”“Those living on extremely low incomes may not be able to afford to purchase pork, and the Donate A Hog program will go a long way in providing nutritious meals to families in need,” says OAFB executive director Bill Laidlaw.The Donate a Hog program, founded in 1998 by the late Elgin County pork producer Paul Mistele, has so far raised more than $90,000 to help feed hungry Ontario families, the news release said. The revived program runs until September 2012. BF Swine exporter funding more a promise kept than a promise made Report says pork exports to South Africa under threat
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CUSMA ruling boosts GM corn trade Saturday, January 11, 2025 The recent ruling by a CUSMA panel, which concluded that Mexico's restrictions on genetically modified (GM) corn lacked scientific justification, has been welcomed by the Canada Grains Council (CGC). This decision reinforces the importance of science-based trade rules, which are vital for... Read this article online
SaskBarley joins Grain Growers of Canada Friday, January 10, 2025 A Saskatchewan ag organization is the newest member of a national farm group. The Saskatchewan Barley Development Commission (SaskBarley) is the 14th member of Grain Growers of Canada (GGC). “We look forward to working with you in advocating on behalf of farmers to ensure federal... Read this article online
Keep your Firewood Dry and Organized with the Oven Brothers Storage Rack Friday, January 10, 2025 BYLINE: Zahra Sadiq Efficiently storing firewood is essential for farmers who rely on a steady supply of heat during the colder months, and a sturdy firewood storage rack can make all the difference in keeping wood dry, organized, and ready to burn. Oven Brothers was founded in... Read this article online
How Genomic Tools are Helping Pork Producers Breed Healthier Hogs Friday, January 10, 2025 Alberta may be famous for its beef, but the province is also home to a thriving pork sector. Canada is the third largest global pork exporter, and approx. 20% of that pork is raised here in Alberta. Healthy pigs are foundational to this success, and genomic tools are helping pig breeders... Read this article online