Above all, farmers recognize the importance of being good stewards of the land, water, and air — their livelihoods are directly tied to the quality of the natural resources around them.
Above all, farmers recognize the importance of being good stewards of the land, water, and air — their livelihoods are directly tied to the quality of the natural resources around them.
Affordability has become a major concern at the grocery store, where inflation has many of us swapping out some of our favourite items with cheaper, sometimes less healthy options.
December always feels like a special month, filled with holiday celebrations, work parties, connecting with friends and family, and most importantly, sharing meals with those we love.
Upwards of 14,000 Manitobans depend on the hog sector for their livelihood. A shared set of values, focused on caring for animals 365 days a year, guides work done across the sector.
Whether saving short-term to reward yourself with a small home renovation, new car, or staycation, or long-term for retirement, travel, or a new home, your future happiness depends on the decisions you make today.
For generations, Manitoba farmers have depended on the land for their livelihoods. As farms have grown, technological advances have helped them increase yields while protecting the land and its natural resources. Hog farming is no different — Manitoba’s hog farmers continuously invest in technology and data to reduce their carbon footprint as the sector expands.
Since 2016, Neepawa’s population has jumped 23 percent, making it the third fastest growing town in Manitoba and the 13th fastest growing town in Canada. Much of this growth can be directly attributed to Manitoba’s hog sector, which is expanding thanks to new investments and substantial demand, around the world, for high-quality pork.
As global leaders in environmental stewardship and sustainability, Manitoba hog farmers are proud of their operations.
Manitoba’s hog sector is a key contributor to the provincial economy, enhancing the lives of Manitobans across the province. This economic impact contributes to a thriving and progressive lifestyle and helps rural communities thrive.
Nutrition Month is celebrated every March throughout Canada to create awareness of the importance of developing healthy eating habits through informed food choices.
Kenn Mariano is a proud first-generation Filipino Canadian, who moved to rural Manitoba for a career in the hog sector and more importantly, to be in a place where he and his family could set down roots long-term.
The month of December is packed full of holiday celebrations, family gatherings, work get-togethers, time with friends, and most importantly, the opportunity to share meals with those we love. After a challenging year and a half, Manitobans should be looking forward to safely gathering during the holidays.