Glacier FarmMedia – Farming involves risk. There’s all manner of weather to deal with, plus shifting markets, crop and animal diseases and unexpected production hurdles. Related story: Digital defence must start with prevention In response, farmers cover their acres with crop insurance, buy policies to protect against livestock price volatility and work feed options into […] Read more
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New pork research barn called a ‘game changer’
Biosecurity, efficiency and sector regulations motivated design of research barn to make the sector more sustainable
A new $20-million facility is expected to make Ontario a leader in cutting-edge swine research. “Our industry is poised to undergo significant transformations driven by advancements in technology, changing consumer preferences, sustainability goals, as well as global economic forces,” said John de Bruyn, Ontario Pork chair, at the centre’s grand opening. “The industry’s ability to […] Read more
