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We are thrilled to announce that PORCUS PrimeCuts has been recognised as one of the Top 10 Corporate Publications in the prestigious SA Publication Forum Awards! To top it off, the winter issue cover was also honoured as one of the Top 10 Covers in the competition. The competition measures the magazine against its industry peers and provides trusted expert feedback, making the competition invaluable. The fierce competition and exceptional quality of the entries are truly motiving. #SAPPO #PORCUSPrimeCuts #PorkIndustry #magazine #CorporatePublication #Top10 #AwardWinning #SAPublicationForum

The summer issue of PORCUS PrimeCuts has been published and is on its way to role players in the pig industry as we speak. As we celebrate the summer season in this issue, we reflect on the theme "One swallow doesn’t make a summer". This saying serves as a reminder that success in pig farming is not defined by a single factor but rather by a complex interplay of various elements. We are excited to bring you a collection of articles tackling some of the challenges and opportunities shaping the pig farming industry. Our industry has a powerful story to tell – one that reflects our care for people, pigs, and the planet. Adapting to change doesn't happen overnight; it requires a consistent, dedicated approach to create meaningful, lasting change. Read the latest issue here: https://lnkd.in/dv9zAQcX Subscribe to SAPPO's newsletters to receive more industry insights from the team at SAPPO here: https://lnkd.in/dDw8uSBZ #SAPPO #PORCUSPrimeCuts #PorkIndustry #magazine #DigitalPublication #Awardwinning

We’re thrilled to announce that pork is making its debut on radio this holiday season! Thanks to the success of our pork facts campaign over the past year, we’re now leveraging radio as a powerful medium to spotlight the intrinsic value of pork – including its affordability, value for money, versatility, and irresistible flavour. Click on the link below to read more about this exciting campaign and to listen to some of the featured ads. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dXwZv_eG Subscribe to SAPPO's newsletters to receive more industry insights from the team at SAPPO here: https://lnkd.in/dDw8uSBZ #SAPPO #SAPork #radioads #PorkontheRadio

The team at SA Pork will focus on the festive season, celebrating Christmas with the theme: "From festive feasts to summer braai favourites". This campaign will include a variety of recipes catering to everyone, from those staying at home and cooking with their trusted ovens to holidaymakers relying solely on braai facilities during the festive holiday period. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dv9etv8h Subscribe to SAPPO's newsletters to receive more industry insights from the team at SAPPO here: https://lnkd.in/dDw8uSBZ #SAPPO #SAPork #FestiveSeason #pork #recipes #AFeastofPork #braai

In the last quarter of 2023, SAPPO conducted an online survey to determine which research and development (R&D) areas were most pertinent to various industry role-players. SAPPO, as a farmers’ organisation, values farmers' opinions highly. Therefore, the R&D committee has used and will continue to use information from farmers to guide research funding in South Africa. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/d2VAbbYQ Subscribe to SAPPO's newsletters to receive more industry insights from the team at SAPPO here: https://lnkd.in/dDw8uSBZ #SAPPO #PigProduction #PorkIndustry #PorkProducers #PorkConsumers #ResearchandDevelopment #RandD

The Animal Movement Logger is critical in ensuring traceability, regulatory compliance, and enhanced biosecurity within the South African pork industry. This essential tool, available to all producers registered on the World of Pork, facilitates the documentation and monitoring of pig movements, underpinning confidence in South African pork products' safety and ethical production. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dGXzyhSv Subscribe to SAPPO's newsletters to receive more industry insights from the team at SAPPO here: https://lnkd.in/dDw8uSBZ #SAPPO #PigProduction #PorkIndustry #PorkProducers #PorkConsumers #AnimalMovementLogger

Number Two Piggeries (N2P) held their 20th Hog Day during the last week of October 2024, hosting over 200 delegates. The event theme, "Perseverance, Integrity, Grit," was especially appropriate given the economic realities facing the pig industry. At the awards function, N2P celebrated the outstanding performance contributions made by the recipients on their units. Photo left to right: James Jenkinson (Chairman of the board at SAPPO), Dr Ivan Meyer (Minister of agriculture, economic development, and tourism in the Western Cape) David Osbourne (CEO at No. 2 Piggeries), and Dr Peter Evans (CEO at SAPPO). Subscribe to SAPPO's newsletters to receive more industry insights from the team at SAPPO here: https://lnkd.in/dDw8uSBZ #SAPPO #HogDay #N2P #Agriculture #PigFarming #PorkIndustry

The AFMA Symposium 2024, held on 31 October at the CSIR Convention Centre, was a resounding success, drawing 480 delegates from across the animal feed industry and related value chain roleplayers. With the theme "Innovate for Success in Disruptive Times", the event focused on equipping participants with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate a rapidly changing landscape. The event provided a platform for collaboration, networking, and exchanging ideas, setting the stage for a more innovative and resilient feed industry. In addition, several student excellence awards were also awarded, highlighting the quality of student research being conducted at South African universities.  Subscribe to SAPPO's newsletters to receive more industry insights from the team at SAPPO here: https://lnkd.in/dDw8uSBZ #SAPPO #HealthandSafety #AnimalWelfare #PigFarming #FeedMill #PigNutrition #CSIR #FarmEfficiency

In week 49 of 2024, the pork producer price averaged R32,13/kg, 0,8% lower than the previous week. The yellow maize price averaged R5 087/t, 3,8% higher than the previous week. Producer prices in relation to yellow maize prices averaged 6,3, 4,5% lower than the previous week. For more information on weekly statistics, register on www.worldofpork.com. #sappo #businessintelligence #worldofpork #industryoverview #yellowmaize #week49

Please note that the SAPPO office will close on Friday, 13 December 2024 and re-open on Monday, 6 January 2025. We look forward to working with you again in the new year. Subscribe to SAPPO's newsletters to receive more industry insights from the team at SAPPO here: https://lnkd.in/dDw8uSBZ #SAPPO #PorkProducers #PigFarming #Swine #HappyHolidays