Farms.com Home   News

Live trap set in attempt to capture fugitive hog

HARRISTON – A wily hog  has been on the loose in the west end of town here for a full week. Two pigs escaped while being unloaded by a Durham area farmer at Harriston Packers on Arthur Street on Aug. 14. 

One pig was quickly re-captured, but the other continued to elude pursuers.

The animal has been spotted wandering local backyards and the area along the Maitland River behind the packing plant. A makeshift trap set up by the farmer under an apple tree the reddish-coloured swine was known to frequent failed to corral it.

Click here to see more...

Trending Video

The Benefits of Group Sow Housing

Video: The Benefits of Group Sow Housing


Discover how Alberta producers are successfully transitioning to sow group housing ahead of the 2029 Code of Practice deadline. In this video, Stan and Andy Van Essen of AVE Farms share their firsthand experience converting their barn, the benefits they’ve seen for sow welfare, herd management, employees, and overall farm performance. Whether you’re considering your own conversion or looking to learn from fellow producers, this walkthrough offers practical insights and real-world results to help guide your decision-making.