March 2022

March 2022 edition headlines No more porkies – increased protection for meat labelling 2022 global meat trade Trapping standards for feral pigs Leadership leanings and learnings Industry’s EAD representatives for 2022 First mass administered erysipelas vaccine for pigs Pig production seasonality 2022 Raising a stink Working with industry to deliver sustainability framework Queensland pork scene…

Aussie dry aged pork debut

If you’re looking for something a little different for dinner, a new flavour sensation is dry aged pork. While high-end restaurants and butcheries have been using the method of dry aging pork almost exclusively, the Australian product has made its debut and is now available at supermarkets. Agnes co-owner and chef Ben Williamson said dry…

APL program inspiring butcher shop owners

Australian Pork Butchers is a free program resourced by Australian Pork Limited dedicated to providing insights, resources and marketing material to support the sale of pork within retail butchers. The past year has seen an overhaul for the program, with a shift to focus on creating a supportive community and unlocking new communication channels. APL…

Island neighbours funded to fight African swine fever

The Australian Government has given Timor-Leste and Papua New Guinea a helping hand in their battle to respond and recover from devastating African swine fever outbreaks. Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia David Littleproud said Timor-Leste had received $180,000 and PNG had received an extra $205,000 to help combat the effects of the highly contagious…

February 2022

February 2022 edition headlines Island neighbours funded to fight African swine fever Safe pork supply chain Assisting newborn piglets to increase survival and growth Profiling prominent pork people Piggery pumps pros and cons APL program inspiring butcher shop owners Supporting a future of higher welfare learning Next on the Menu Season Two JBS Australia officially…

Future leaders of pork value chain

The Australian pork sector is full of hard working and passionate people and, for many, it is more than just a job – the role they play in society is fundamental to their identity. When supply chain participants are attacked for carrying out their professions and their passion, it can become a personal attack on…

Immunocastration benefits

Boar taint is one of the main reasons consumers may have product failure rates. Immunocastration is one of the tools producers can use to deal with off-odour and off-flavour issues in pork. However, while approximately 60 percent of the Australian herd utilises IC in their production, the remaining portion may not use this technology due…

Pig waste turned into clean and green power

Australian producers are converting their animal waste into fuel for biogas power plants – turning ponds of poop into power. Not known for being clean or green, piggeries are rapidly becoming greener than vegetables where climate change is concerned. Investment and effort by industry organisations and producers have seen pork production develop into the country’s…

January 2022

January 2022 edition headlines Pig waste turned into clean and green power What does 2022 have in store Seeing is believing with feral pigs D’Orsogna a worthy winner AusScan Early Harvest Report Immunocastration benefits APL’s Pan Pacific Pork Expo 2022 cancelled Producer relations and industry insights Gorman-Rupp pump solves blockage issue Insight into Stockyard Industries…

Additional biosecurity officers for Australia

Australia’s frontline offensive against biosecurity risks, African swine fever and hitchhiker pests was bolstered recently, with 96 biosecurity officers starting work – a firm focus on tackling the evolving threats. Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia David Littleproud said the bulk recruitment was part of the Australian Government’s commitment to get more frontline boots on…

Import awareness campaign

New insights into consumer awareness and purchasing behaviour in Adelaide has been revealed in a trial marketing campaign conducted by Australian Pork Limited this year. The APL marketing team re-launched the trial in metropolitan Adelaide in March as a response to extensive research showing most consumers were unaware that they were buying ham or bacon…