Public Health
Wakefield Pork believes environmentally-controlled hog production isn't just beneficial to animal welfare, it also produces a healthier animal for our nation's food supply. Raising the animal in an enclosed environment allows:
- A climate-controlled facility to maximize animal comfort and growth potential.
- Enforcement of strict biosecurity programs that prevent communicable diseases.
- Reduces contact with waste material, creating a cleaner overall environment for the animal and the workers.
- Reduces contact with pests and parasites that carry disease.
All the benefits of an enclosed environment help Wakefield Pork confidently market animals that will produce a safe & wholesome pork product for your family and ours!
Responsible Antibiotic Use
Antibiotic resistance has become a hot topic in both the medical and agricultural fields. As an industry and as a business, we have become much more conscientious of this issue. Our first principle of responsible use is to look for ways to reduce the need of this expensive product through preventative strategies like biosecurity, good animal husbandry, routine health monitoring and vaccination programs.
When antibiotics are necessary, WPI works closely with our veterinarians to determine the best way to administer these products and strictly adhere to the recommended withdrawal times.
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