Livestock Risk Partners

In order for a bull to produce healthy sperm cells, the testes that are housed in the scrotum need to be a few degrees cooler than the rest of the body.

Animal Health Canada is reporting significant advancements in the national effort to monitor and control the spread of invasive wild pigs across Canada—a growing concern due to the threat they pose to agriculture, ecosystems, and particularly the risk of transmitting diseases such as African Swine Fever (ASF) to domestic swine herds.

Alberta Pork reports that pricing remains stable in the province, with the Alberta formula-based price at $2.3417/kg. However, producers in Ontario and Quebec continue to face lower prices, with Ontario’s 100% formula base dropping to $2.1440/kg and Quebec’s price now at $1.9768/kg.

A statewide survey of North Carolina voters shows overwhelmingly support for the pork industry, with 73% saying that hog farming has a positive impact on the state, compared to just 14% who think it has a negative impact. These numbers reflect the significant contributions North Carolina’s pork producers makes to the state’s economy and the

Markets see relief with stock and commodity prices stabilizing according to the Ag Commodity Corner+ Podcast with hosts Moe Agostino and Abhinesh Gopal.

Topigs Norsvin Canada has announced the appointment of Mike Shaw as its new Managing Director, effective May 1, 2025. Shaw brings extensive experience and leadership to the role, having been with the organization since 2008. He most recently served as Director of Operations for Canada and continues to hold the position of Global Operations Manager

Friday’s report was also a quarterly cattle on feed report, which included an estimate of the steer / heifer breakdown.

For the commercial producer, a lack in heterosis may be contributing to breeding season problems. Crossbreeding research shows an increase in 1st service conception and calves weaned per cow. Choose quality genetics from different breeds, not just different breeds.

Determine the maturity stage (late vegetative, bud, flower) of the most mature stem in that area. If the bud is flat, your plants are in vegetative stages, if you can roll the bud between your fingers you are in bud stage

This article explores the critical links between swine production environments and the occupational health and safety of those who work within them.