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OUTCOMES In today's dynamic pork industry, research partnerships and innovation drive transformative progress. SIP research investments are a catalyst for sustainable growth and resiliency, building a brighter future for Canadian pork. Discover how collaboration across the value chain unlocks a wealth of knowledge and expertise, enabling positive outcomes for pork producers and society. Sustainability Sustainably raised pork builds a better future, from farm to fork. Research plays a central role in the pork industry's sustainability story. Through dedicated research and the application of advanced technology, we are driving significant sustainable improvements. From precision nutrition and waste management to innovative genetics and disease prevention strategies, Swine Innovation Porc's initiatives enhance efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and promote animal welfare. Through sustainability benchmarking, we are also harnessing the data needed to support decision-making, measure progress and communicate pork industry's advancements. We are empowering farmers with the knowledge and tools to navigate future challenges while supporting a prosperous and sustainable future for Canadian pork . Highlights With a commitment to sustainable growth, we are shaping a brighter future for pork farmers and the industry as a whole. When the Going Gets Tough, Science Helps Pigs Get Growing A Golden Chance to Green the Planet When the Going Gets Tough, Science Helps Pigs Get Growing Advancing Sustainability Resiliency Cutting-edge practices fortify the pork industry's position and success. Pork farmers and the broader industry face dynamic and complex challenges such as market volatility, evolving regulatory demands, disease pressures and more. Through strategic approaches and innovation, we are navigating and overcoming these obstacles, fostering a resilient and thriving pork sector. Robust biosecurity systems, genetic advancements, and precision management practices empower farmers to mitigate risks, adapt to changing market demands, and enhance operational efficiency. By embracing research and technology, we are equipping the value chain with the tools and knowledge to navigate challenges, ensuring a resilient and thriving industry that can withstand uncertainties while delivering high-quality products to meet the needs of consumers. Highlights Resiliency is vital in today's dynamic business environment, enabling farmers and processors to adapt to market changes, mitigate risks, and seize opportunities. Science Steps In to Keep Toxin Out Button In Robustness We Trust: Science Boosts Pig Performance Button Gut Check: A New Approach to Weanling Gut Health Button Boosting Resiliency Growth Innovation drives productivity, and economic viability across the pork value chain. By channeling resources into research and technology, we unlock opportunities for economic expansion. Innovations in genetics, feed efficiency, and production techniques enhance productivity, competitiveness and profitability. Additionally, advancements in processing, product development, and quality drive market growth and diversification. Through focused research, we empower pork farmers with the knowledge and tools to navigate challenges, seize new opportunities, and contribute to a thriving and prosperous industry that delivers economic benefits to farmers, supports rural communities, and meets the demands of a dynamic market. Highlights The pork industry generates positive spin-offs throughout the value chain, supporting food security, job creation, rural development, and contributing to the well-being of Canadians. When the Going Gets Tough, Science Helps Pigs Get Growing Button It’s High Time to Lower Feed Costs Button A Proactive Approach to Antibiotics Button Growing Canadian Pork

NOUVELLES Les investissements du gouvernement canadien et de l'industrie dans la recherche porcine contribueront à stimuler la compétitivité et la croissance durable du secteur porcin canadien. Communiqué de presse - 20 février 2024 Téléchargez le document d'information sur les domaines prioritaires de recherche pour 2023-2028 Sherbrooke, QC— Swine Innovation Porc (SIP) a accueilli favorablement l’investissement de plus de 10,6 millions $ du gouvernement du Canada dans la Grappe de recherche porcine 4, un programme de recherche stratégique qui stimule l’innovation dans le secteur porcin canadien jusqu’en 2028. Cette initiative est rendue possible grâce au soutien du Partenariat canadien pour l’agriculture durable – Programme Agri-science d’Agriculture et Agroalimentaire Canada, en collaboration avec les principaux partenaires de l’industrie. « Avec ce financement, nous nous assurons que nos producteurs de porcs disposent des outils dont ils ont besoin pour demeurer des leaders dans le secteur de l’agriculture », a dit l’Honorable Lawrence MacAulay, ministre de l’Agriculture et de l’Agroalimentaire. « Cela permettra de créer des possibilités d’innovation afin que nous puissions répondre à la demande mondiale croissante pour notre viande de porc canadienne reconnue dans le monde entier ». Au cours des cinq prochaines années, la Grappe de recherche porcine 4 investira jusqu'à 20,1 M$ en financement combiné industrie-gouvernement, dans le but de favoriser la durabilité, la résilience et la croissance continues du secteur porcin canadien. Cette initiative de collaboration réunit 50 chercheurs de 13 institutions dans le cadre de 18 activités de recherche et de transfert de connaissances. « Grâce à cet investissement substantiel, SIP et ses partenaires peuvent mener les recherches nécessaires pour fournir des solutions basées sur la science au profit des producteurs, des transformateurs et des exportateurs de porcs canadiens », a déclaré Arno Schober, président de SIP et producteur de porcs de l'Ontario. « Avec l'industrie, le gouvernement et le monde universitaire unis autour de priorités communes, nous menons des recherches ciblées pour aider notre secteur à progresser. » Les priorités de recherche de la Grappe de recherche porcine 4 ont été établies en consultation avec les intervenants de l'ensemble du secteur porcin canadien. Les priorités de recherche comprennent le changement climatique et l'environnement, la résilience du secteur, la croissance économique, ainsi que la communication et le transfert de connaissances. En faisant progresser les connaissances et l'innovation dans ces domaines prioritaires, les chercheurs visent à trouver des solutions qui amélioreront la compétitivité et la croissance durable du secteur porcin canadien. Les activités de recherche porteront sur des possibilités allant des nouveaux vaccins et des alternatives antimicrobiennes aux pratiques de gestion durable, aux stratégies d'alimentation améliorant la productivité, à l'amélioration de la génétique, à une meilleure qualité de la viande et à bien d'autres choses encore. Outre la recherche, le transfert de connaissances facilitera également le partage d'informations et l'adoption de technologies, consolidant ainsi la position du Canada en tête de l'industrie mondiale du porc. « L'innovation, laquelle stimule la productivité, réduit les risques et améliore la marque canadienne, profite en fin de compte à l'ensemble de la chaîne de valeur du porc », a déclaré René Roy, vice-président de SIP et producteur de porcs du Québec. « Alors que nous lançons la Grappe de recherche porcine 4, nous exprimons notre gratitude aux chercheurs et à la communauté de recherche pour leurs efforts dans le développement de cette initiative et la poursuite de l'innovation. » La Grappe de recherche porcine est également un moteur pour le renforcement des capacités, soutenant la formation et la base de connaissances nécessaires à l'avancement à long terme des priorités du secteur porcin. « En tant qu'industrie basée sur la science, nous reconnaissons l'importance de l'investissement dans la recherche », a conclu M. Schober. « Au cours des cinq prochaines années, SIP se réjouit de renforcer l'impact fondamental de la Grappe en mobilisant la coordination de la recherche avec nos partenaires dans l'ensemble de l'industrie. » -30- À propos de Swine Innovation Porc (SIP) Swine Innovation Porc se consacre à l'innovation et au progrès du secteur porcin canadien. Grâce à la collaboration, au financement de la recherche et à la promotion du transfert de connaissances, SIP s'efforce d'assurer le succès durable du secteur porcin canadien. Pour en savoir plus, consultez le www.swineinnovationporc.ca . Pour de plus amples informations, veuillez contacter: Michelle McMullen Directrice des communications et des relations avec les intervenants Swine Innovation Porc info@swineinnovationporc.ca 1 (343) 600-5890 Document d'information

RESEARCHER PROFILE VIDEOS Swine Innovation Porc has partnered with 5minsofscience.com to bring you interesting, five-minute videos to present researchers and experts from the swine sector, as well as a concise look at what they are working on. ​ Check out the videos below and check back often, as we will be adding more videos in the future. Dr. Dan Columbus Research Scientist, Nutrition ​ Learn more... Dr. Jennifer Brown Research Scientist, Ethology ​ Learn more...

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< Back Nutrition, Sustainability Save On Feed and Plump Up the Profit Research Has Finger on the Pulses With the high price of pig feed these days, anything that lowers your cost is easy to swallow. Science is constantly seeking new ways to do that, and a recent study found that pulses, especially faba bean, could help trim the expense. Pulse power In a bid to diversify energy and protein for pig diets, University of Alberta researchers have been looking at increasing the inclusion of locally grown pulses in feed. Apart from reducing feed cost, there are a number of agronomic and sustainability benefits to growing pulses. In addition to fixing atmospheric nitrogen (N) in symbiosis with root bacteria, pulses aid in diversifying soil microbial populations and nutrient uptake. If that’s not enough, they also break pest and disease cycles in yearly crop rotation with cereal grains and oilseeds. This study looked at the potential for faba beans, which offer greater yield compared to field peas, fewer inputs in relation to other crops, and a lower carbon footprint than sourcing animal forms of protein. However, the inclusion of faba beans in swine diets has been limited by its content of antinutritional factors like tannins and vicine and covicine. Antinutritional factors are components in food that can reduce nutrient use or feed intake. In response, researchers have found solutions through this study by identifying more suitable faba bean cultivars for producers. Faba takes flight When faba beans were first introduced to Western Canada about 20 years ago, their high tannin content served as a double-edged sword. The tannins helped guard the crop from early frost damage in the fall, but they gave the beans a bitter taste, rendering them of limited value for inclusion in pig diets. To improve their feed potential, a new white-flowered cultivar named Snowbird was introduced. While its lower tannin level improved feed potential, that came at the expense of reduced protection against early frost. In a nutshell (or bean pod), the dilemma was this: How could science achieve the best of both worlds for producers, rendering the beans effective as a crop and a feed source? For a solution, crop researchers have reduced the level of tannin to retain frost protection while enhancing digestibility of the bean. Though producers also receive low tannin levels with Snowbird, they lose frost protection in the process . In the course of this study, University of Alberta researchers found that faba bean cultivars with moderate amounts of tannin could still be included in pig diets, provided that the cultivar was also low in vicine and covicine – the anti-nutritional factors. This was a notable breakthrough for producers, as it meant they could reduce their risk of frost damage while growing faba bean for both food and feed without harmful effects. It pays to be picky To maximize the benefit of adding faba beans to a rotation, it’s important to do your homework before choosing the best variety for your farm. Among faba bean cultivars with moderate tannin content, researchers found Fabelle to be a top choice for feed intake and weight gain. Across cultivars, variations in dietary fiber and starch content contribute to differences in dry matter, energy digestibility and growth performance of pigs – which can all impact the bottom line. On the other hand, while ensuring that a cultivar will benefit your pigs is obviously paramount, this also needs to be weighed against yield impacts from reduced frost protection. Having established the viability of faba beans in reducing feed cost, scientists on this study feel that getting that message to the end user is critical. For the findings to be adopted, pig producers must be convinced that pulse grains like faba bean are cost effective. By replacing expensive soybean meal with the less costly faba bean as a protein source, while maintaining growth performance, producers can reduce feed cost per unit of growth. Digesting the results Though researchers found that the antinutritional factors in faba beans may slightly reduce a pig’s ability to digest nutrients, this should not hamper growth if producers consider that fact when formulating diets. For feeding pigs, medium levels of tannins in faba bean are acceptable, provided that vicine and covicine levels are limited. This study was led by Dr. Eduardo Beltranena, pork research scientist at the University of Alberta. In the barn and lab, graduate student Protus Nyende did the legwork, ensuring that all trials were completed accurately. The project was supported with funding from Swine Innovation Porc and Alberta Pork, which was provided to Dr. Ruurd Zijlstra. As its next order of business, the team plans to delve deeper into characterizing faba bean cultivars and gaining a better picture of what is happening with this ingredient in western Canada. Wherever that may take them, they know their work to date should take a bite out of producer costs. Now THAT’S food for though t. Background Project Title: Reducing feed cost and the environmental footprint and enhancing global competitiveness of Canadian pork production by increased nutrient utilization of feedstuffs fed to growing-finishing pigs. Lead(s)/Co-Lead(s): Dr. Ruurd Zijlstra (University of Alberta) Budget: $353 844 Research Methods Novel faba bean cultivars vary in nutrient content, digestibility and antinutritional factors that must be characterized to realize predictable growth performance in growing pigs. As part of the study, four diets were fed to eight barrows -weighing 37.5 kg each - for four 9-day periods to establish energy and nutrient digestibility. Those diets were comprised of 950 g faba bean/kg. The diets included two with zero-tannin cultivars (both with moderate levels of vicine and covicine) and two with mid-tannin cultivars (one low in vicine and covicine and one high in those factors).

< Community Wire Next Article> Surprising Discoveries Could Lead to New Antiviral Drugs to Combat PRRS Bruce Cochrane 26 Jul 2023 Dr. Carl Gagnon discusses interactions between PRRS and other disease-causing pathogens 00:00 / 02:44 Farmscape for July 26, 2023 A surprising discovery related to the interactions between Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome virus and other infectious agents may lead to new antiviral drugs to fight PRRS. PRRS virus causes respiratory problems in pigs of all ages, reproductive problems in sows and costs the Canadian swine sector about 150 million dollars per year. With funding from Swine Innovation Porc Researchers with the University of Montreal have been evaluating the interactions between PRRS and other disease-causing pathogens. Dr. Carl Gagnon, a professor with the University of Montreal and a member of the swine and poultry infectious disease research center, says the initial objective was to understand how PRRS and other pathogens interact. Quote-Dr. Carl Gagnon-University of Montreal: In one of the studies that we've done we were looking at a bacteria that we call Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae . It's a highly pathogenic bacteria that rarely causes health issues in pigs but, when it's there and it's a highly pathogenic strain, then it could be very very deadly to pigs. If we had PRRS virus and this specific bacteria, what is the mechanism involved and can PRRS virus facilitate Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae colonization of the animal or facilitate infection by the bacteria? Completely surprisingly, when the bacteria was present during PRRS virus co-infection, we have an inhibition of PRRS virus replication so the presence of the bacteria was blocking the infection of PRRS viruses. So, we started to investigate this phenomenon to try to understand what was happening and we realised that the bacteria was secreting at least one or several molecules that could actually have an antiviral effect against the virus. The financial support from SIP is to try to characterise the molecules, identify those bacterial molecules to hopefully develop an antiviral against PRRS viruses. Dr. Gagnon says, by characterising the mechanism of action of those molecules, it's hoped we can find others that can be used to develop cost effective interventions for PRRS. For more visit Farmscape.Ca . Bruce Cochrane. *Farmscape is produced on behalf of North America’s pork producers < Community Wire Next Article >

< Community Wire Next Article> Development of Antiviral Tools to Control African Swine Fever Needed Before Outbreak Occurs Bruce Cochrane 21 Dec 2023 Dr. Suresh Tikoo discusses work being conducted by VIDO to develop new antiviral drugs to combat African Swine Fever 00:00 / 02:42 Farmscape for December 21, 2023 A scientist with the University of Saskatchewan suggests the tools to address an outbreak of African Swine Fever need to be in place before the infection makes its way to North America. The Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) at the University of Saskatchewan, with funding from Swine innovation Porc, is evaluating commercially available panels of antiviral compounds, for use in developing antiviral drugs to deal with African Swine Fever. Dr. Suresh Tikoo, a Professor and the Director of the Vaccinology and Immunotherapeutics Graduate Program, in the School of Public Health and a senior scientist with VIDO, says with African Swine Fever outbreaks already reported in countries in eastern Europe, Asia, Africa, Germany, Belgium and Latin America (Haiti and Dominican republic) it's not a question of if but rather when the infection will enter North America. Quote-Dr. Suresh Tikoo-University of Saskatchewan School of Public Health and VIDO: Pork shipments generate about 30 million dollars in Canada and, once this disease comes into Canada, international market access is lost. In Canada alone, ASF may cause direct economic loss estimated at 24 billion dollars U.S. The virus is not here in North America but, because of the economic considerations, there's a big concern about the virus coming in and if it comes how to control the spread. With that in mind our long-term objective is to develop tactics which can control ASF infection as an alternative approach to vaccination because no vaccine is available. Although attempts are being made to make vaccine, no fruitful success has been achieved yet. We want to develop those antivirals so that at least we can reduce the susceptibility of the pigs and limit the transmission of the virus. Dr. Tikoo says researchers are doing high throughput screening of these antiviral compounds in vitro, in tissue culture cells in the CFIA approved level 3 lab at VIDO's International Vaccine Center, VIDO in hopes of identifying a few anti ASFV compounds that merit testing in vivo, in live animals. He expects to have results of the in vitro testing within four or five months. For more visit Farmscape.Ca . Bruce Cochrane. *Farmscape is produced on behalf of North America’s pork producers < Community Wire Next Article >

2022-2 3 SIP Annual Report Learn how SIP collaborations and partnerships benefit producers and the industry in our online annual report. Read More Available Online SIP supports the Canadian pork industry by facilitating innovative research and knowledge transfer for the benefit of the value chain. Learn More Innovation Feeds Industry Progress Sustainably raised pork builds a better future, from farm to fork. Sustainability Learn More Button Cutting-edge practices fortify the pork industry's position and success. Resiliency Learn More Button Innovation drives productivity, and economic viability across the value chain. Growth Learn More Button Turning Priorities into Action Discover how our pork research projects are advancing key priorities Animal Health Environment Animal Nutrition Animal Care Quality Knowledge in Your Hands. Get the Latest Insights and Research News 05/03/24 Sustainability, Other, Animal Health, Nutrition Swine Cluster 4 Assembles Researchers From 13 Canadian Institutions Working Collaboratively on Pork Sector Priorities Button 21/02/24 Sustainability, Economics, Animal Health, Nutrition Swine Cluster 4 Research Initiative Officially Launched Button 16/02/24 Nutrition, Animal Health Addition of Fibre Provides Balance in Diets of Developing Gilts Button 05/01/24 Animal Health Recombinant African Swine Fever Virus Provides Tool to Evaluate Antiviral Compounds Button 19/10/23 When the Going Gets Tough, Science Helps Pigs Get Growing A Strategy for Sick Swine Nutrition, Sustainability Button 29/08/23 A Golden Chance to Green the Planet Science Lends a Hand to Lower Footprint Sustainability Button 14/07/23 It’s High Time to Lower Feed Costs Stretching Diet Dollars Only Makes Sense Nutrition Button Research Highlights Community Wire View All View All “Science is at the heart of modern pork production. As a producer, I'm always on the lookout for the best tools and practices to reduce risks and grow my business.”

NEWS February 20, 2024 Cluster 4 Research Funding Announcement Posted by Swine Innovation Porc Government of Canada and industry investments in swine research will help drive competitiveness and sustainable growth in the Canadian pork sector. ​ ​ Swine Innovation Porc (SIP) welcomed today’s investment of over $10.6 million by the Government of Canada in Swine Cluster 4, a strategic research program driving innovation in the Canadian pork sector until 2028. This initiative is made possible with support from Agriculture and Agri-food Canada’s Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership – AgriScience Program, in collaboration with leading industry partners. View the News Release October 19, 2023 SIP 2022-23 Annual Report Published Posted by Swine Innovation Porc The SIP Annual Report showcases significant progress achieved this year and outcomes for producers and the industry. An important milestone is the conclusion of Swine Cluster 3. With a spotlight on research from this major 5-year research initiative, the value of innovation as a driver for growth and competitiveness in our industry is an outcome worth recognizing and celebrating. ​ This report also highlights the enduring collaboration between SIP, Canadian pork producers, government agencies, and academic partners. It's a testament to our collective dedication to research that has made our industry globally competitive and sustainable. With the development of Cluster 4 programs, we're stepping into a new era of innovation, promising more breakthroughs and advancements. View the Annual Report at www.2022-23.sipannualreport.ca December 19, 2022 SIP Report Highlights Swine Cluster Research Impacts Posted by Swine Innovation Porc Swine Innovation Porc (SIP) has published a new report highlighting the impact of Swine Cluster research as a driver for growth in the Canadian pork sector and the broader economy. ​ "As a science-based industry, the role of research and innovation is at the heart of Canada's global leadership position in pork production," said Daniel Ramage, General Manager of SIP. "The significant impacts of past Swine Cluster research clearly show that investments in pork innovation are an engine for growth and economic development across the country"... Read More... October 14, 2022 Swine Innovation Porc Releases 2021-22 Annual Report Posted by Swine Innovation Porc Swine Innovation Porc (SIP) has released our 2021-22 annual report. The annual report provides an overview of activities in the latest year, including highlights from selected projects underway within our supported research portfolio. The report also includes updates on important corporate initiatives across communications and partnerships. SIP is proud of the successes achieved in the latest year and the continued advancement of positive outcomes through Cluster 3. These efforts are advancing key industry priorities across animal health, nutrition, welfare, environment, and pork quality. ​ Thanks to the dedication of our research partners and team, SIP continues making great strides in improving pork production and strengthening the competitiveness of our sector through innovation. We look forward to continue providing value to our members, research partners and the pork industry as a whole, by building on these successes in the year ahead. Download the 2021-22 annual report... August 16, 2022 Swine Innovation Porc (SIP) Appoints Daniel Ramage as General Manager Posted by Swine Innovation Porc Québec, QC – Swine Innovation Porc’s (SIP) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Daniel Ramage to the position of General Manager, effective August 15, 2022. “We are excited about SIP’s future and look forward to the continued development of this organization and its impact in the advancement of the pork value chain” stated Arno Schober, Board Chair. “Through this appointment, the Board is focused on maintaining and expanding SIP’s leadership within the Canadian agriculture industry and research ecosystem”... Read More... November 18, 2021 Arno Schober elected as Chair of Swine Innovation Porc Posted by Swine Innovation Porc This past September, Swine Innovation Porc’s board of directors confirmed that Arno Schober, representing Ontario Pork, will lead the organization as its new Chair. Arno has been a member of the Board since 2016 and has been serving as Treasurer since 2019. Here is a look at the board’s new Executive team: Arno Schober: Chair René Roy: Vice-Chair Tara Terpstra: Treasurer Read More... October 27, 2021 Pork Sector Stakeholders Encouraged to Review Swine Innovation Porc 2020-2021 Annual Report Posted by Swine Innovation Porc Pork producers and other pork sector stakeholders are encouraged to review Swine Innovation Porc's just released 2020-2021 Annual Report. Read more... May 27, 2021 SIP national swine research priorities survey accessible on line Posted by Farmscape.com The Chair of Swine Innovation Porc says the organization's Survey on National Swine Research Priorities will form a big part of consultations aimed at identifying what stakeholders consider important. Read more.... May 18, 2021 Swine Innovation Porc launches national research priorities survey Posted by Farmscape.com Swine Innovation Porc has launched a survey to identify national research priorities for the Canadian swine sector. Read more.... April 22, 2021 SIP offers roadmap for success Posted by Swine Innovation Porc Ten years already of facilitating and coordinating research on a national level for the Canadian swine industry! Read this article about Swine Innovation Porc, originally published in the Canadian Hog Journal. Read more.... December 9, 2020 2020 Student Poster Session Competition: Congratulations to the winners! Posted by Swine Innovation Porc We are very pleased to announce the winners of our first ever student poster session competition, which was held during the virtual 2020 Porc Show. Congratulations to all on a job well done! ​ 1st Prize: Sylvia Li, University of Saskatchewan (Poster #16) 2nd Prize: Mariia Tokareva, University of Saskatchewan (Poster #17) 3rd Prize: Nicole Gregory, University of Guelph (Poster #10) All posters from the event are available for viewing on the Porc Show website . February 15, 2019 Pork sector research focuses on improving competitiveness Posted by Farmscape.com The Chair of Swine Innovation Porc says the main focus of research being conducted on behalf of Canada's porc sector is to improve the competitiveness of Canadian pork at home and abroad. Read more... February 5, 2019 Swine Innovation Porc announces details of five-year research program Posted by Farmscape.com Swine Innovation Porc will be supporting 14 research projects designed to enhance the competitiveness of the Canadian pork sector. Swine Innovation Porc has outlined the details of the major research projects it will be supporting during the five year Swine-Cluster-3 research program. Read more... November 14, 2018 Research cluster approach to agricultural research offers advantages Posted by Farmscape.com The Chair of Swine Innovation Porc says Canada's AgriScience Program delivered through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership has fostered a more national approach to agricultural research while encouraging greater collaboration and eliminating duplication. Read more... November 9, 2018 Finding alternatives to antibiotics among top research priorities Posted by Farmscape.com The Chair of Swine Innovation Porc says research aimed at reducing antibiotic use while maintaining the health and productivity of the herd is among the organization's top priorities. Read more... August 3, 2018 Government industry partnership addresses top research priorities Posted by Farmscape.com The Chair of Swine Innovation Porc says research aimed at reducing antibiotic use while maintaining the health and productivity of the herd is among the organization's top priorities. Read more... July 12, 2018 Alternatives to Antimicrobials Identified as Top Priority Under Swine Cluster 3 Posted by Farmscape.com The Chair of Swine Innovation Porc says the development of new alternatives to the use of antibiotics will be among the top research priorities over the next five years under the Swine Cluster 3 Research Program. The Swine Cluster 3 Research Program, a five year 18.5 million dollar research initiative funded by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada in partnership with the pork sector through the new Canadian Agricultural Partnership, was officially launched last month. Read more... July 5, 2018 Animal nutrition health and welfare and pork quality among pork sector's top research priorities Posted by Farmscape.com The Canadian Pork Council says research related to animal health, animal welfare, nutrition, advances in building and equipment design and pork quality will be among the pork sector's top priorities as it moves forward on research over the next five years. Read more... June 28, 2018 Swine Innovation Porc applauds launch of Swine Cluster 3 research program Posted by Farmscape.com The Chair of Swine Innovation Porc says the ability to bring together scientists from Canada's universities government research centres and other research institutions across Canada has been one of the major successes of Canada's AgriScience Research Cluster Program. Read more... June 26, 2018 Hog industry applauds new investment in research Posted by Swine Innovation Porc Over the next 5 years, up to $18.5 million dollars will be invested by the federal government and industry partners in research to further the development of the Canadian pork industry. Swine Innovation Porc and the Canadian Pork Council (CPC) welcomed Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food (AAFC), Lawrence MacAulay’s announcement this morning, highlighting that up to $12.7 million will be invested by the federal government. Swine Innovation Porc and its partners will also contribute $5.8 million, making a total investment of up to $18.5 million in research over a five-year period. Read more... January 13, 2017 Additional $2.4 million for swine related research Posted by Swine Innovation Porc The Canadian pork industry will see an additional investment of $2.4 million in research as part of the current 2013-2018 research program Swine Cluster 2. ​ Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada announced earlier this week that it would provide $1.8 million to this program, where the swine industry would contribute an additional $600,000. This program focuses on helping industry be more competitive and sustainable as well as to drive the innovation needed for its overall long-term growth. Read more... February 25, 2016 Swine Innovation Porc supports creation of a Canadian Pork Promotion and Research Agency Posted by Swine Innovation Porc Representatives of Swine Innovation Porc attended a public hearing on February 16, 2016 in Montreal to support the creation of the Canadian Pork Promotion and Research Agency. This hearing was the result of a request from the Canadian Pork Council (CPC) to the Farm Products Council of Canada to establish the agency. Please click here to view the documents submitted to the Farm Products Council for the public hearing. December 17, 2015 BC Pork joins seven other provincial pork producer associations to fund national research program Posted by Swine Innovation Porc Swine Innovation Porc is pleased to announce that BC Pork has joined seven other provincial pork organizations in signing a Memorandum of Understanding agreement. This agreement represents a financial commitment of 2.5 cents per market hog that will be invested in supporting, among others, research activities within the research program Swine Cluster 2: Driving Results through Innovation, 2013-2018. Read more... January 19, 2015 Provincial pork producer associations come together to fund national research program Posted by Swine Innovation Porc Swine Innovation Porc is pleased to announce that a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been signed by seven provincial pork associations across Canada. This MOU represents a financial commitment of $2.5 million for Swine Innovation Porc (SIP) that will support activities within the research program Swine Cluster 2: Driving Results through Innovation, 2013-2018. Read more... May 30, 2014 Swine Research Cluster receives $13 million for industry research priorities Posted by Swine Innovation Porc The Canadian pork industry welcomed today’s news of $13 million in funding for the Swine Innovation Porc (SIP) Science Cluster under Growing Forward 2. The investment will support strategic research to enhance competitiveness, drive innovation, and promote the long-term growth and sustainability of the Canadian swine industry. Read more...

< Community Wire Next Article> Addition of Fibre Provides Balance in Diets of Developing Gilts Bruce Cochrane 16 Feb 2024 Dr. Lee-Anne Huber discusses the value of adding fibre to the diets of gestating gilts. 00:00 / 02:50 Farmscape for February 16, 2024 A multi-institutional team of scientists has shown the inclusion of fibre in the diets of developing gilts helps provide the nutritional balance that will avoid over conditioning without hindering the development of mammary tissues. Research aimed at improving the mammary development of gilts, conducted as part of Swine Cluster 3, is highlighted in Swine Innovation Porc's 2022-2023 annual report. Dr. Lee-Anne Huber, an associate professor specializing in swine nutrition, in the Department of Animal Biosciences at the University of Guelph, says we know that piglet growth is directly related to milk production and milk production is driven by mammary development so the goal was to find nutritional strategies to maximise mammary development. Quote-Dr. Lee-Anne Huber-University of Guelph: The first phase of mammary development occurs between 90 days of age and puberty. How we feed the gilts will influence their mammary development and their lifetime potential for milk production. On one hand we want to have those gilts growing quickly and supplying enough nutrients for that growth but if they grow too fast during the development period, that will lead to feet and leg problems later on in the reproductive herd and possibly early culling. On the other hand, if we restrict feed to slow down growth of the animals, we've shown that mammary development is also reduced and also subsequent milk production. We're trying to balance between having the gilts grow but not too fast but not restrict them too much. Since gilts are typically housed in groups in the gilt development unit and they have ad libitum access to feed in the first place, it's extremely difficult to try and restrict their growth by restricting the amount of feed that is supplied. Fibre is an attractive approach because it increases gut fill, it makes you feel full. That's why we eat high fibre diets when we're trying to lose weight, and reduces caloric intake while animals are still offered feed ad libitum. Dr. Huber says providing a high fibre diet was effective in controlling body size and body fatness at the time of breeding and mammary development was not negatively affected. For more visit Farmscape.Ca . Bruce Cochrane. *Farmscape is produced on behalf of North America’s pork producers < Community Wire Next Article >

CAREERS Join the SIP Team Make a difference in Canadian pork production and research leadership We have the following openings on our team. Research Development Manager Closing date: May 13 16:30 EDT Please submit your cover letter and resume to: careers@swineinnovationporc.ca ​ Position Overview: This position serves as a key liaison between SIP and the Canadian pork research community. Responsibilities include driving the growth and management of SIP research activities, mobilizing new research funding and programs, and supporting the effective communication of research opportunities and outcomes. This position reports directly to SIP’s General Manager and will work closely with the Research Coordinator and the Manager of Communications and Stakeholder Relations. Key Responsibilities: This position’s core responsibilities are centered around research development and management. Through strong relationships across the Canadian pork research community, the position will also support information exchange and knowledge transfer. Lead the management and reporting of funded projects and programs, ensuring compliance with program objectives and guidelines, contractual obligations and supporting financial accountability. Act as a key liaison with research leads, research funders and government program officers, fostering strong relationships and effective communication. Collaborate with the SIP team, member organizations and partners to develop and execute strategic research initiatives that align with the pork industry’s research funding priorities. Research and recommend new funding sources, grants, and government programs relevant to pork research, identifying and communicating new opportunities to SIP teams. Lead the facilitation of SIP’s Science Advisory Body (SAB) and Swine Research Centres Group, including meeting planning, agenda setting, and reporting. Work closely with the SAB to prioritize and evaluate research projects. Establish and maintain strong networks with key stakeholders across the Canadian pork research community, including researchers, universities, government research institutions, and industry research partners. Assist researchers in understanding and navigating SIP funding application processes and developing new research projects. Represent SIP at relevant research events, conferences, and meetings to enhance awareness of SIP research programing. Support the development of events, platforms, and resources that strengthen awareness and alignment on research priorities, opportunities, and knowledge sharing among research stakeholders and the pork value chain. In coordination with the Communications Manager, support the identification and dissemination of information on research funding opportunities, research results, updates, and stories of interest to pork industry stakeholders. Assist with other projects as required, and maintain open communication with the SIP team, Board and membership. Skills and Experience: Post-secondary degree in agriscience, animal science, biology, or a combination of related disciplines and experience. A Master's degree is considered an asset. Experience managing research grants and identifying, developing and executing strategies for research and partnership development Experience researching, identifying, and advising on research funding opportunities and collaboration Experience drafting funding applications, developing project schedules including milestones, timelines, deliverables Experience planning and forecasting financial resources for research programs Familiarity with research compliance and reporting processes Knowledge of agriculture industry research trends, funding opportunities, and government programs in Canada Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple projects, meetings, and events simultaneously Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders Ability to travel to attend meetings, conferences, and workshops on occasion Bilingualism is an asset (English and French) Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary Generous RRSP matching program Comprehensive health allowance As a leader in Canada’s pork research community, you will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new funding, grants, and partnership opportunities relevant to SIP's research objectives. You will develop and maintain networks with research stakeholders across the pork industry, academia and government. As a liaison between SIP and the pork research community, you will champion and build collaboration, information exchange and knowledge transfer opportunities for the advancement of Canada’s pork sector. As the SIP Research Development Manager, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the advancement of Canadian pork research. Your efforts will contribute to enhancing the overall growth, resiliency and sustainability of Canada’s pork sector. Closing date: May 13 16:30 EDT Please submit your cover letter and resume to: careers@swineinnovationporc.ca For a PDF of the English job description, click here . For a PDF of the French job description, click here .

BUILDINGS & ENVIRONMENT By understanding and implementing sustainable practices, we safeguard natural resources, reduce environmental impact, and enhance long-term profitability. Investments in environmental sciences support a prosperous future for pork farmers and a sustainable legacy for generations to come. ​ View environment and sustainability projects supported by SIP since 2010 in the factsheets below. Advancing the Canadian swine sector through environmental footprint analyses Mario Tenuta, University of Manitoba Status: Ongoing. Results are expected in 2022. FACT SHEET Investigation of strategies to mitigate accelerated deterioration of pig buildings Bernardo Predicala, Prairie Swine Centre Status: Completed in 2018. FACT SHEET Development of an innovative air cleaning system for swine buildings Stephane Lemay, IRDA Status: Completed in 2013. FACT SHEET