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On January 9th we hosted an afternoon of knowledge transfer focusing on the results generated from the NSERC IRC swine welfare research program and discussion of their implications for producers and the pork value chain. Over 40 producers, industry representatives and researchers joined for the presentations and lively discussions of the results. Keep an eye on the website for updated results!
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#WCVM’s Dr. Yolande Seddon has been renewed as the #USask Chair in Swine Welfare, supporting her innovative work in improving pig welfare and advancing sustainable farming practices.
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The relationship between animal welfare and sustainable pork production
Research Team: Research Technician: Kyle Moak Research Technician: Kayla Arisman Research Technician: Venus Tran Research Lead: Dr. Yolande Seddon Project Timeline: 2022–2026 Call for participants! Seeking pig producers and swine veterinarians in Canada and the USA who are responsible for
Animal-based indicators of welfare post-mortem
Monitoring carcass animal-based indicators allows producers to review management practices that work well and those that can be adjusted to improve welfare.
Biomarkers of Welfare
Results from this project indicate pigs with ‘enhanced’ enrichment increased lifelong ADG and were easier to handle at eight weeks. Piglets with pre-weaning lameness had increased cortisol:DHEA ratio in hair, suggesting this could be an objective measure of individual welfare.
Play behaviour and its role in enhancing pig welfare and production
Play is a promising tool to support quality of life for pigs with benefits for pigs and producers. Pigs with a good quality of life resonates with consumers and supports the sustainability of commercial systems, while maintaining the social license.
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