Mike Shaw New Managing Director Topigs Norsvin Canada
Topigs Norsvin Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Shaw as Managing Director, effective May 1, 2025.
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Dr Craig Lewis Wins Highly Esteemed Sir John Hammond Award
This annual award celebrates individuals whose work has significantly advanced the field of animal science through research, industry collaboration, and influence on policy.
Chinese imports of pork and pork by-products grow in the first quarter of 2025
According to the latest data, Chinese imports of pork and by-products during the first three months of 2025 increased compared to the previous year.
Peru: Increased supply boosted pork consumption in 2024
In 2024, apparent pork consumption in Peru grew 4 % due to the sustained increase in domestic supply, linked to higher domestic production and the increase in imports. The growing participation of Brazilian pork imports stands out, which increased significantly in volume compared to the previous year.
The Leman Swine Conference seeks DVM Students to apply for the Morrison Swine Innovator Prize this Summer
Attending the Leman Conference is a great opportunity for veterinary students who want to network with industry leaders.
CP Foods increases investment in Vietnam and China to strengthen growth potential and enhance shareholder returns
This investment will enhance CP Foods’ strategic flexibility and operational efficiency, while unlocking new expansion opportunities in Vietnam—one of the region’s most promising growth markets.
Tonisity Celebrates 10 Years of Innovation in Animal Health and Nutrition
Since its founding in April 2015, Tonisity has revolutionised the industry with pioneering gut health and hydration products, improving the well-being of pigs, calves, lambs, goat kids, cats and dogs.
How Spain transformed antimicrobial use
A decade ago, Spain was among the countries with the highest consumption of antimicrobials in Europe, however, a voluntary initiative to reduce the use of colistin in the pig sector managed to reverse this trend and position the country as a benchmark in the responsible use of these drugs.
New resource describes feed mixing uniformity test equipment and procedure
Uniform feed ensures animals receive consistent nutrients, supporting their health and performance.
The Philippine market opens to Portuguese pork
Six Portuguese pork establishments have been authorized to export pork to the Philippines.
Argentina: Pig slaughter increased nearly 5 % in first quarter
So far this year, there has been an upward trend in the volume of pig slaughter.
The Philippines will more strictly implement pork maximum suggested retail price
The aim is to strike a fair balance between the interests of producers, traders, retailers, and consumers—especially in light of continued inflationary pressures.
Foot and mouth disease in Hungary moves southward
A fifth outbreak of the disease has been detected 60 km south of the last confirmed outbreak.
World pig farming: First update of USDA estimates for 2025
In its most recent report, “Livestock and Poultry: World Markets and Trade,” published on April 10, the USDA projects slight growth in world pork production in 2025, accompanied by a slight drop in global exports, despite the expected significant increase in shipments from Brazil.
Germany is declared free of foot-and-mouth disease by WOAH
Germany is once again recognized as free of foot-and-mouth disease.
Chinese pork production up in the first quarter of 2025
China's pork output and pig inventory both saw year-on-year increases in the first quarter of 2025.