The Montreal SPCA's new 'poster pig' Monday, August 4, 2014 Back in May, a pig found wandering by the roadside was taken to the Montreal SPCA. The female pig was less than a month old, with clipped teeth and tail, leading the SPCA to believe she was most likely on her way to slaughter and fell off a truck. Now the SPCA is hoping Rosalie will become a poster pig that encourages consumers to think twice before buying pork from a "factory farm."You can read Rosalie's story in a press release on the SPCA website. Alanna Devine, director of Animal Advocacy at the Montreal SPCA, says in the release: "We want to raise awareness of factory farming practices so that consumers can make informed decisions regarding their food choices, and we want the public to meet Rosalie so that they realize that pigs are just as intelligent as our pet dogs."The invitation was extended to members of the press, and CTV News was among those who covered the story. They took their cameras to Rosalie's new home, Ruby Ranch Pig Sanctuary in Kenilworth, Ont. Ruby Ranch cares for 22 rescue pigs, including Bardot, a piglet found roaming the roadside near London, Ont. BP Bacon festivals which run out of bacon Behind the Lines - August 2014
Caring for Fish in a Farm Pond: Best Practices for Healthy, Productive Water Systems Wednesday, May 20, 2026 Farm ponds are more than just scenic features on a property—they can serve as valuable assets for, recreation, and ecosystem health. Some people like fancy fish in their pond, while some people are not too particular. Whether there are fish in your farm pond, or it’s just a pond, proper... Read this article online
Animal Health Industry Outlook 2026: Innovation Fuels Growth Amid Rising Costs and Consolidation Tuesday, May 19, 2026 The global animal health industry is entering 2026 with a cautiously optimistic outlook, according to findings from the inaugural Brakke Animal Health Industry Sentiment Index. The survey, conducted between December 2025 and January 2026, highlights a sector that is confident in... Read this article online
The world’s game on a Canadian ag canvas Tuesday, May 19, 2026 While the players on the pitch at BC Place during the 2026 FIFA World Cup will represent multiple countries, the surface on which they play is Canadian. That’s because Bert Bos, owner of the 165-acre Bos Sod Farms in Abbotsford, grew the nearly two acres of hybrid turf the players will... Read this article online
Protect Lake Simcoe from Water Soldier Spread Monday, May 18, 2026 Residents and visitors in Ontario are being encouraged to protect Lake Simcoe from watersoldier, a fast-growing invasive aquatic plant. This plant spreads quickly in shallow water and along shorelines, making activities such as swimming, fishing, and boating difficult. It can also pose a... Read this article online
Could Canada Become a Key Supplier of Raw Materials and Value-Added Phosphate Products? Friday, May 15, 2026 Arianne Phosphate Inc. has announced a significant milestone for Canada’s phosphate sector, successfully producing phosphoric acid on a continuous basis using its high-purity phosphate concentrate from the Lac à Paul project. The achievement represents the first time in more than 130... Read this article online