LRIC is supported in part by the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), a five-year (2023-2028), $3.5-billion investment by federal, provincial and territorial governments to strengthen competitiveness, innovation, and resiliency of Canada’s agriculture, agri-food and agri-based products sector. This includes $1 billion in federal programs and activities and a $2.5 billion commitment that is cost-shared 60 per cent federally and 40 per cent provincially/territorially for programs that are designed and delivered by the provinces and territories.
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Recent News
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Nutrition at Farrowing: Making the Case for a Blended Gestation-Lactation Diet
University of Guelph researchers tested a blended gestation–lactation diet for sows during the transition period (one week before and after farrowing), when nutrient needs rise. The findings suggest that providing a blended gestation-lactation diet during the transition period can help sows minimize energy mobilization prior to farrowing, improve energy utilization from the diet, and better support piglets during late gestation and early lactation.
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Feeding Fish for the Future: How Feed Additives Affect Zebrafish Health
Researchers at the University of Guelph found that while dietary supplements did not significantly affect zebrafish growth or survival, black soldier fly meal showed promising trends for feed efficiency and gut health.
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Staying on top of emerging issues: perspectives from the value chain
Ontario Beef, December 2025: Staying on top of emerging trends is essential for ensuring the long-term success and competitiveness of Ontario’s livestock sector. That’s where LRIC’s Emerging Trends and Opportunities Committee (ETOC) brings together thinking leaders from across the value chain — from farms and research labs to processors and retailers.
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The opportunities in manure management
Better Pork, December 2025: Manure is arguably one of agriculture’s most under-appreciated resources. The topic was part of a recent LRIC roundtable exploring practical ways of turning livestock research into real-world results.
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LRIC Newsletters
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Livestock Innovation Quarterly
Published November 10, 2025
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Livestock Innovation Quarterly
Published July 2, 2025
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Why and How We Track Livestock Pathogens
Published May 2, 2025
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Research Highlights
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Nutrient found in beef and dairy improves immune response to cancer
Published April 16, 2024
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Researcher takes deeper look into how avian flu spreads
Published April 16, 2024
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Researchers Transform Animal Byproducts Into Valuable Assets
Published April 16, 2024
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