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| ONTARIO PORK EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES |
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TYPE |
DESCRIPTION / EXAMPLE OF RESOURCE |
| Dirt on Pigs |
Pamphlet |
Raising hogs is more than a full-time job for most farmers. They are building their homes, their businesses and raising their families in rural communities across Canada. Farmers are and always have been an important part of and a tremendous assest to rural communities. |
| Ontario Farm Animal Council (OFAC) |
Web Link |
The Ontario Farm Animal Council is working hard to bridge the gap between farmers and the rest of society by providing facts and addressing concerns related to animal care, environment and food safety. OFAC was formed in 1988 to provide reliable information on current farming and food production practices. OFAC represents tens of thousands of livestock and poultry farmers, associated businesses and organizations across Ontario. |
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Ontario Agri-Food Education (OAFE) |
Web Link |
Ontario Agri-Food Education Inc. (OAFE) is a registered charity incorporated under the Agricultural and Horticultural Organizations Act of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food. OAFE was created in 1991 with the mission of building awareness and understanding of the importance of an agriculture and food system. The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs provides baseline funding in support of OAFE's programs and services. |
| Pig Basics |
Pamphlet |
Everything you ever needed to know about pigs...but didn’t know who to ask!
Your room looks like a pig pen. Don’t eat like a pig. We were happier than a pig in mud. Many expressions originate with the pig. Less than 3% of Canadians are farmers today, leaving very few of us who actually know the real deal about pigs. So here it is! |
| Pig Poop Cycle |
Illustration |
A colourful illustration which shows the "poop cycle" of a pig and how pig poop actually benefits farmers via manure production. |
| Pig Tales |
Activity Book |
A great printable activity book with a variety of fun games and exercises that will keep kids entertained while they learn about pork at the same time! | |
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