Red Deer Swine Technology Workshop November 2, 2011

The 2011 Red Deer Swine Technology Workshop program will be focusing on increasing efficiency and reducing costs, a reflection of the difficult time still being faced by the pork industry.  “Cutting production costs is essential in today’s tough environment,” says Bernie Peet, the workshop manager.  “The program includes a session on driving down feed costs by using alternative ingredients and also a panel discussion on how employees can save cost in the barn, led by four production managers.”

The production-oriented presentations examine a number of areas of management where output can be improved or costs reduced, including “Experience with post-cervical AI”, Mission critical: Piglet care in the first 48 hours” and “Managing nursery pigs in the first week after weaning”.  The final session of the days deals with how producers can cut down on carcass demerits.

The workshop will held on Wednesday, November 2nd at the Capri Hotel and Convention Centre in Red Deer.  “Last year 220 people attended the workshop and the feedback on the event was extremely positive,” comments Bernie Peet.

Registration costs $75, with a special “5 for the price of 4” package available for $300.   For further information or to register, contact Bernie Peet at Pork Chain Consulting Ltd. on (403) 782-3776 or (403) 392-3104 or email bjpeet@telusplanet.net

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