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On July 14th, 2023, Surgeons at NYU Langone Health achieved a significant medical milestone by successfully transplanting a genetically engineered pig kidney into a human recipient who had been declared dead by neurologic criteria. The transplanted pig kidney, which...

Porcine collagen, also called pork collagen, has emerged as a groundbreaking component in the realm of healthcare. With its remarkable properties, it has garnered significant attention for different applications in the medical field. The potential of porcine collagen...

Porcine materials can become helpful ingredients in a wide range of market uses. From food offerings, medical devices, industrial components and much more, harvesting porcine tissues continues to be a sustainable way to reduce waste in the pork industry. While many...

Because porcine tissues and other materials derived from pigs can be used in so many sustainable applicable ways to reduce waste, it’s important that high quality standards are maintained throughout the entire harvest process. At SSR, many of our products go into the...

Among the different uses of porcine tissues and other pig co-products, the pharmaceutical industry maximizes the use of pigs to research and create ground breaking new medicines that improve the lives of humans and animals. This use of porcine materials helps...

When it comes to promoting sustainability in the food industry, one approach that has been gaining attention isn’t new. The consumption of organ meats – commonly known as offal – is being rediscovered for its positive health and environmental benefits. At SSR, we...

Porcine tissues and other pig co-products have various applications in the creation of industrial, commercial and medical products. Another area where pig materials are a huge benefit is the pet industry. The use of porcine materials for pet food and supplements helps...

SSR is the premier supplier of porcine materials for a variety of industries, ranging from medical and pharmaceutical to pet food. We specialize in supplying customized tissue to meet our customers’ specifications. At SSR, we pride ourselves in the superior quality of...

As science and technology continue to move towards greater innovations and upgrades, the industries that support them must keep up with the changing needs and demands to help companies create the products and medicines that continue to improve lives. In accordance...

Porcine tissues and other pig co-products are used in various medical and scientific fields to further technological innovations and help improve people’s lives. Pigs are a perfect candidate for biomedical research because there are many similarities between pigs and...

Starting in June 2020, we published a three-part interview with Ben Peyer, Director of Animal Welfare at Johnsonville.  Part I covered animal welfare in general, Part II focused on animal welfare in agriculture, and Part III narrowed the discussion further to animal...

Interview with Director of Animal Welfare - Johnsonville - Ben Peyer Part II This is the third and final installment in our Q&A series with Johnsonville’s Director of Animal Welfare, Ben Peyer. In Part III, we talk to Ben about the work Johnsonville is doing to...

At SSR (Sustainable Swine Resources), we’re proud to have a balanced outlook, combining advanced scientific knowledge with an old school work ethic. As one of our pillars of success, customer service motivates everything we do. Pete Whyte, Sales Manager at SSR, shares...

Now, more than any other time in history, sustainability in the food industry is seen as an important means to help future generations to flourish. At SSR, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. Our products and services help promote meat industry...

Interview with Director of Animal Welfare - Johnsonville - Ben Peyer Part II Below is the second of a 3-part series of interviews with Ben Peyer, Director of Animal Welfare at Johnsonville, the parent company of SSR.  In this installment, we cover two big topics:...

Interview with Director of Animal Welfare - Johnsonville - Ben Peyer Below is the first of a 3-part series of interviews with Ben Peyer, Director of Animal Welfare at Johnsonville, the parent company of SSR.  We’ll explore what animal welfare is in our industry, why...

Porcine Materials in Medical and Research Applications The use of swine as models in biomedical research provide many industries with materials that have a wide range of uses that benefit the common good. Many porcine materials are used to create many everyday...

Understanding the Difference of Sows and Market Pigs Market Pigs Maximizing efficiency and reducing waste is a concern for every industry. Pigs grow and mature at a quick rate, and many farmers consider a pig ready for harvest when they reach a weight of around...

Organ donations and transplants can save many lives, but the process has challenges. The supply of viable organs is extremely limited compared to the demand. Issues of organ rejection can also be common in the transplant process. Because of these challenges, many...

Sustainable Swine Resources (SSR) is proud to announce it is now a member of the Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI). ARMI is a non-profit organization with a mission to “make practical the large-scale manufacturing of engineered tissues and...

Pigs play an important role in the overall health and wellness of millions of people around the world. While harvesting pigs for food is a commonly known practice, what the general population might not see is the benefit of processing pigs after they have been...

The pork industry provides an important source of food and nutrition worldwide, but many people don’t realize just how far porcine products can benefit their daily lives other than a delicious meal. The porcine materials harvested and created in the making of meat...

When it comes to saving lives through human organ donation, America is in a crisis. According to the American Transplant Foundation, more than 114,000 people are on a waiting list for a vital organ transplant. Shockingly, the need is so great that another person is...

SSR is the premier supplier of high quality porcine materials for a variety of industries, ranging from medical and pharmaceutical to pet food. We specialize in supplying customized tissue to meet our customer’s specifications. At SSR, we pride ourselves in the...