Reports of PED in the U.S. Prompt Calls for Steped Up Biosecurity. #AgChat http://t.co/gdmHE1r5uW New Fusarium Resistant Wheat Offers New Tool for Preventing Disease. #AgChat http://t.co/xWXkTVo0JF For updates on what's going on at MPC, read our #newsletter. Chop Talk: Issue # 78 - http://t.co/KiCmJ9ZNnT Trying out new #pork recipes all day for the website #Bacon wrapped stuffed loin. http://t.co/RZbcJhzKwn @interlakelife It's a good video and it depicts what goes on in MB plants. MB doesn't have a video like this out but maybe one day we will.
Peak Performers
Jared Funk
Honey Mustard Pork Tenderloin “Pork is a powerhouse of nutrition! It provides me with protein, a variety of important B-vitamins, iron and more..”
Read MoreTammy Mahon, Volleyball
Sesame Pork with Broccoli “Pairing lean, nutrient-rich pork with healthy carbs makes for a quick and tasty energy-packed meal that’s good for me.”
Read MoreJeff Stoughton, Curling
Hearty Italian Vegetable Soup “A hearty, pork-based soup or stew that’s high in protein keeps me feeling fuller longer so I can focus on a winning performance.”
Read MoreAmos Ramon
Basil & Garlic Rubbed Pork Chops “Pork is versatile, tasty and economical. That means I can eat like a champion without sacrificing quality.”
Read MoreChop Talk – Issue #78May 22nd, 2013
View the May 17, 2013 issue of Chop Talk.
News and Events
Canadian Pork Council: US flouting of WTO Ruling on COOL shocking and appallingThursday, May 23, 2013
The United States was required to come into compliance with its World Trade Organization (WTO) obligations in relation to the WTO dispute on its country-of-origin labelling (COOL) regulations today, May 23. The US has not done so. The Canadian Pork Council considers that the USDA revised COOL rule which takes effect today, in fact, exacerbates discrimination against Canadian livestock exports and has denied much needed stability to Canadian hog producers.
SPECIAL UPDATE: Update on Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea VirusWednesday, May 22, 2013
This note is an update to pork producers to be extra vigilant with their herd biosecurity, given that Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus has been found in North America for the first time.
Free safety training for hog farmersThursday, May 16, 2013
Assiniboine Community College is offering two training sessions to ensure all hog producers have the opportunity to become certified. Both sessions are free of charge and attendants must confirm their attendance prior to the course as a minimum number of …
