Ontario Pork thanks the provincial government for its commitment to keeping Ontarians safe and assisting sectors in need of financial support during these difficult COVID-19 circumstances.

Healthy soils and clean water are vital to pork producers, to the communities in which they live and work, and to the business of farming. Preserving these resources is in the best interests of farmers today and in the future.

Ontario Pork does not support any proposed changes that would result in blanket-access to farm properties without the knowledge of the landowner. 

The Ontario government announced regulatory changes that will occur in a phased approach. 

Ontario Pork supports the proposed regulatory amendments to the General Regulation (O. Reg. 267/03 – General) under the Nutrient Management Act to support on-farm regulated mixed anaerobic digestion facilities.

Ontario’s pork producers and industry partners take the safety of pigs during transportation very seriously. Ontario Pork is pleased to see that the amended regulations have been released.

Ontario Pork outlined key recommendations as part of the Minister’s 2020 Ontario Pre-Budget consultations.