Swine Innovation Porc experiences a year of transformation and growth in 2023-24

Science is the backbone of the Canadian pork industry, fueling innovation and efficiency throughout the value chain. Consultations with partners and stakeholders have highlighted a growing enthusiasm to collaborate more closely than ever, exploring new synergies and strategies for future research investments. The launch of Swine Cluster 4 demonstrates the power of collaborative research in addressing the priorities and challenges facing the industry.

Daniel Ramage, General Manager of Swine Innovation Porc, emphasizes that fostering these partnerships is key to positioning the industry to meet future challenges and seize opportunities. By harnessing the expertise of Canada’s world-class researchers, the Canadian pork sector can enhance its competitive edge while ensuring sustainable growth for years to come.

Ramage also notes that with the release of the 2023-24 annual report, exciting initiatives are underway to disseminate practical research insights to Canadian pork producers and the broader industry. The priorities set out in SIP’s new strategic plan are aimed at maximizing the impact of collaborative research, while driving Canadian competitiveness globally and increasing efficiency and profitability back to the farm gate.

“Connecting the dots when it comes to research, it's all about making sure that we're addressing priorities that are relevant to industry. SIP has a long history of driving impacts for the Canadian pork sector. By working together, we can find those synergies and build those opportunities for the future.”

- Daniel Ramage General Manager, Swine Innovation Porc

If you’re interested in learning more, check out Swine Innovation Porc’s 2023-24 Annual Report at https://2023-24.sipannualreport.ca/.