Study uses pigs as models for humans Sunday, April 5, 2015 In a new study aimed at determining which foods help prevent obesity, scientists will be using pigs as models for humans, ThePigSite reports.With support from Innovation Fund Denmark, an international group of scientists is planning to study how protein- and fibre-rich foods can help prevent obesity-related disorders. According to ThePigSite, fat- and sugar-rich diets contribute to health problems such as high blood pressure and insulin resistance. These – along with other conditions – contribute to metabolic syndrome, which increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. The leading scientist for the study, Prof. Knud Erik Bach Knudsen from the Department of Animal Science at Aarhus University, told ThePigSite that "in the western world, 20 to 25 per cent of the adult population suffers metabolic syndrome."While the scientists will use human subjects for part of the study, they will also be using pigs. Knudsen told ThePigSite, "We will develop a pig model that allows us to use invasive methods to study the impact of obesity at the molecular level. These are studies that can't be performed on humans. But we'll be able to transfer the results to humans, since the physiology of pigs and humans is very similar." BP How to get the best returns from big litters Koreans put pig collagen in their face masks
New High-Throughput Immunogen-Screening Method Expected to Reduce Costs of Vaccine Development Monday, October 21, 2024 A new high-throughput immunogen-screening method developed by VIDO will hopefully help reduce the costs associated with developing new vaccines.Researchers with the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization have developed a high-throughput immunogen-screening method to more efficiently... Read this article online
AgriStability Program to align with tax filings Monday, October 21, 2024 New Changes Reduce Costs and Paperwork for Producers In Alberta, farmers play a crucial role in sustaining the provincial economy and ensuring food security. Recognizing the challenges faced by these vital contributors, the Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) has... Read this article online
Canada Settles Farming Claims with Nine First Nations Monday, October 21, 2024 Historic Agreements Enhance First Nations Agricultural Support The Government of Canada is settling specific claims with the First Nations related to agricultural provisions promised decades ago under Treaties 5, 6, and 10. These treaties included commitments to provide essential... Read this article online
B.C. still waiting final election results Monday, October 21, 2024 British Columbians still don’t know who won the election on Oct. 19. As of Monday morning, David Eby and the NDP are leading or elected in 46 ridings, while the Conservatives and John Rustad are leading or elected in 45 ridings. The B.C. Greens secured two seats, though party leader Sonia... Read this article online
Steffes Group bringing auction services to Canada Monday, October 21, 2024 Tisdale, Sask. will be the home of a U.S. equipment auction company’s first location in Canada and tenth overall. On Oct. 18, Steffes Group out of Fargo, N.D., announced the purchase of Bruce Schapansky Auctioneers, which will undergo a rebrand to become Steffes. Reps from Steffes... Read this article online