Environmental stewardship remains a critical factor in the sustainable operation of Manitoba's livestock industries. Manitoba's pork producers are committed to sustainable and environmentally responsible farming practices - their livelihoods depend on it. Manitoba Pork Council, through its Research & Environment Committee, funds extensive research into environmentally sustainable and community-friendly production systems.
Checks and Balances
Manitoba's environmental checks and balances are among the most advanced on the continent. They include:
provincial legislation,
farm practice guidelines and
codes of practice.
Composting Information
Environmental Research links
Lake Winnipeg Research Consortium Inc.
Manitoba Livestock Manure Management Initiative (MLMMI)
Prairie Swine Centre Inc.
University of Manitoba, Department of Animal Science
University of Manitoba, Department of Soil Science
University of Manitoba, Centre for Agroecological Livestock Production Systems
Legislation Governing Pig Production
Selected Legislation Governing Pig Production
