Tamworth, Ontario, located in Eastern Ontario between Toronto and Ottawa, has become home to an exciting new development in the swine industry. Slack Farms, led by John Slack and his father Mark, has unveiled a 625-sow multiplier barn designed to supply high-quality breeding stock to Ontario hog farmers. This barn marks a significant milestone for the Slack family and the broader swine industry in the region. The barn, built under a new multiplication contract with DanBred, will focus on supplying breeding stock, including boar studs featuring Duroc genetics—one of the first introductions of Danish Durocs to North America. This development positions Slack Farms as a key player in advancing the genetic quality and efficiency of Ontario’s hog operations. A Vision Revived The Slack family has a storied history in swine production. After facing challenges in their previous operation, including struggles post-COVID, Mark and John Slack have joined forces to revitalize their farm with a ne
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