Over the years, Manitobans have approached Squeal on Pigs, asking whether meat from pigs removed from the landscape could be shared with local food banks or used as a source of protein for communities across the province. It is important to understand the potential dangers of eating meat from wild pigs.
Wild pigs can carry diseases harmful to consumers, such as trichinellosis, salmonella, and E. coli. Someone who consumes this meat can fall seriously ill, leading to long-term health effects.
When wild pigs are safely removed from the landscape by Squeal on Pigs Manitoba, and humanely disposed of, it ensures potentially unsafe meat doesn’t enter our food system. When it comes to wild meat, take precautions to protect yourself and loved ones.
To learn more about the threats of wild pigs and how to stop them, visit squealonpigsmb.org