Funding to improve labour data and workforce planning across Canada’s agriculture sector Canada’s agriculture and agri-food sector is set to benefit from new federal funding aimed at strengthening workforce development and improving labour market information across the industry, according to the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC). CAHRC is among 14 sector organizations receiving support through the…
Last week, the Canfax average fed steer and heifer price closed around $338/cwt live, $3/cwt higher than the previous week. Buying interest was noted from all Western Canadian packers but competition on the cash market was somewhat limited. Light trade was reported with dressed sales ranging from $560.00–$565.00/cwt FOB the feedlot. Cattle that traded would…
Every cow-calf producer has either lived it or knows someone who has. Breeding season wraps up and everything looks fine, until fall preg-checks tell a different story: open cows, late calvers and a breeding window that slipped wider than planned. While cow nutrition, body condition and management are frequently evaluated, one critical factor is often…
In April, Canada Beef embarked on its first trip to China since the restoration of market access, driven in part by the inroads achieved in this market since January 2026 and an export diversification strategy focused on markets with the greatest promise for Canadian beef. Canada Beef Vice President, Export Market Development, Albert Eringfeld, participated in…
As Canada approaches the final round of Mercosur trade negotiations, Canada’s beef producers are sending a clear and united message to the federal government: do not sacrifice Canadian beef in a rushed trade deal. The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) and the National Cattle Feeders’ Association (NCFA), together representing all beef producers in Canada, strongly oppose…
The fed cattle market has put together an impressive run, strengthening for the past seventeen weeks. The combination of new market access to China, tighter cattle supplies, and the seasonal spring rally have all been supportive. Beef production is slightly below last year, yet prices are 16 per cent higher than last year. Dressed sales…
Registration opens April 29 for the 2026 Canadian Beef Industry Conference (CBIC), set for August 18-20 at the RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg. Held every two years, the conference brings together producers, industry leaders, government officials, and researchers from across Canada to share ideas, build relationships, and explore the future of the beef sector. The event is…
Growth implants are among the most researched and cost-effective technologies in the beef industry. However, adoption on Canadian cow-calf operations remains relatively low, despite similar performance and economic benefits seen in backgrounding and feedlot cattle. Questions around labour, economics, animal health, and confidence in the implant procedure often influence producer decisions. These issues were the…
Spring is one of the busiest, and most stressful, times of year for Alberta producers and ranchers. Long hours, unpredictable conditions and mounting financial pressures can take a toll, and accessing mental health support isn’t always easy. As these pressures continue across the sector, more people in agriculture are turning to AgTalk, an anonymous online…
Submit your entry before June 1 to gain exposure and opportunities Students with an interest in agriculture, beef production, and sustainability have an opportunity to showcase their work and connect with industry leaders through the upcoming Canadian Beef Industry Conference (CBIC). The 2026 conference will take place August 18–20 at the RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg, and organizers…
Short documentary Homes on the Range reaches Canadians’ screens Beef cattle farmers and ranchers manage some of the most critical wildlife habitat in Canada. By grazing cattle, these producers help maintain intact grassland ecosystems for wildlife to thrive. To recognize this environmental benefit of raising Canadian beef, the Public and Stakeholder Engagement (PSE) program released its newest…
A new land-use planning process is underway in the Ghost–Kananaskis sub-regions, and producers are encouraged to review the information and provide feedback. The Government of Alberta has opened public engagement on a sub-regional plan that will help guide long-term land management in the area, which spans a large portion of the eastern slopes west of Calgary. “We need to…
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