EDMONTON — A disease that has killed millions of piglets around the world has been detected in Alberta for the first time. The Alberta Pork Producers Development Corporation says the porcine epidemic diarrhea virus, known as PED, has been found at a 400-head hog operation in the province. The Alberta Pork Producers Development Corporation says the porcine epidemic diarrhea virus, known as PED, has been found at a 400-head hog operation in the province. ( Ryan Remiorz / THE CANADIAN PRESS )Alberta Pork says the disease affects pigs but poses no risk to human health and has not caused any food safety concerns. “Producers are reminded to review their farms’ biosecurity policies regularly and consult Alberta Pork or your herd veterinarian as required.” Alberta Pork is a non-profit organization that represents the interests of Alberta hog producers to government and the public.

Source: thestar January 08, 2019 20:26 UTC