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January 10, 2020
NEWS 
 

Animal activists charged make court appearances

Protesters were part of demonstration at Alberta turkey farm.


300,000 hens killed in Michigan fire

Dozens of farm employees avoided injury.


UK ban on US chlorinated chicken ‘to continue after Brexit’

Chlorine-washed chicken and hormone-treated beef will kept out of the UK under any trade deal.
 
Sponsored Spotlight 
 
Agrimesh Technologies

The artificial intelligence that simplifies your life!

Agrimesh Technologies specializes in precision agriculture for livestock. Using artificial intelligence, the Agrimesh Barn Management System interconnects devices from the barn using Mesh technology, collects real-time data from connected devices, and optimally and effectively automates the heating, ventilation, lighting, feed and water consumption systems. Agrimesh uses weather forecasts to calculate the optimal energy strategy to stay one step ahead of drastic variations in temperature. Much like a proactive, tireless employee, the system has the animals’ interest in mind 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, all year long.

In addition, Agrimesh Technologies also offers a Feed Bin Management System that uses a solar powered laser sensor to measure the volume of feed inside a silo. » Learn more
 
Feature articles 
 
Free-Range Eggs

Free-Range Eggs: Embracing new standards

Two years ago, B.C. became the first province to introduce operating procedures for free-range layers. Here’s how producers have fared. » Read more...
 
Robin Horel

5 questions with CPEPC’s past president and CEO Robin Horel

Robin Horel recently wrapped up 16 years as president and CEO of the Canadian Poultry and Egg Processors Council. We asked him five questions. » Read more...
 
 
Events 
 

PIC Science in the Pub

Jan. 15
St. Isidore, Ont.
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PIC Science in the Pub

Jan. 20
Brodhagen, Guelph, Ont.
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Ag Days

Jan. 21-23
Brandon, Man.
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