3 feeder pigs excrete about as many E.coli organisms as 4 humans. Today's farms are larger and more specialized than in the past. We operate our farm with the same care, commitment and values of the generations that have farmed before us. Environmental issues affect us directly as our families live, work, and play on our farms. It's our business and our way of life.
Pigs produce manure, which is spread on the land to grow crops.
Pigs eat the crops, and the cycle continues. Our goal is to manage that cycle responsibly, as we match nutrients to our crop requirements. Water is not lost, but rather 'recycled' as part of the natural water cycle. Responsible manure management should be a priority for farms of any sizes. Farmers are subject to provincial legislation such as the Environmental Protection Act and the Water Resources Act and can be prosecuted just like anyone else proven to have contaminated a water source.