The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA), representing 60,000 beef producers across the country, is excited about the newly announced trade agreement between Canada and Indonesia. This development came during the Team Canada Trade Mission to Indonesia, where Canada’s Minister of International Trade signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a bilateral dialogue on sanitary and…
The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) uses a three-tiered categorization system for evaluating bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) risk including negligible, controlled, and undetermined risk. According to Dr. Penny Greenwood, National Manager of Prion and Equine Programs for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), the system is designed to reflect current knowledge and understanding of…
Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmer (OYF) Program has named two operations as its national winners. Congratulations to Lorin and Daniel Doerksen of Gemstone Cattle Company (Gem, Alberta), and Alison Blouin and Simon Plante of Polyculture Plante 1987 Inc (Saint-Pétronille, Quebec). The OYF program, celebrating its 44th year, recognizes farmers aged 18-39 who exemplify excellence in their…
In Alberta last week, weighted average fed steer and heifer prices closed the week around $248/cwt live, $1/cwt higher than the previous week. Light trade was reported last week with dressed sales reported from $406.50-409.50/cwt FOB feedlot. Last week, buying interest was noted from three different US packers. Light volumes of Western Canadian fed cattle…
The Alberta government in introducing a One Health Antimicrobial Resistance Framework for Action (AMR Framework). This comprehensive plan aims to tackle AMR through coordinated efforts across human, animal, and environmental health sectors. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites evolve to resist the effects of medications that once effectively treated them. This…
The provincial government has announced a $5 million investment through the Wetland Replacement Program. This funding will support the construction or restoration of seven wetland projects across more than 165 hectares. Wetlands play a crucial role in Alberta’s ecosystem by acting as natural “sponges” that store and gradually release water, mitigating the impacts of extreme…
This year the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) celebrates a decade of its Beef Researcher Mentorship Program, which has connected more than 40 mentees with countless beef producer and industry mentors to bridge the gap between science and industry. Launched in 2014, the program was inspired by the need for stronger connections between researchers and industry….
Agriculture and the agri-food industry are the lifeblood of Southern Alberta’s economy, driving everything from extensive cattle ranching, to feedlot operations, to intensive irrigation of crows and value-added processing of diverse food products. Recognizing the critical role of agriculture, the Rotary Ag Scholarship Program aims to inspire and support Southern Alberta’s brightest post-secondary students to…
Late on November 25, President-Elect Donald Trump announced on his Truth Social platform that he intends to have American importers pay 25 per cent import tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico on his inauguration day. Officials from Canada and Mexico strongly oppose the tariffs, warning that such measures could lead to retaliatory actions and…
4-H Alberta has announced that Arlene Good has been inducted into the 4-H Alberta Hall of Fame for 2024. This honour highlights Good’s significant contributions and leadership within the 4-H program, which have positively impacted numerous members and leaders throughout Alberta. The 4-H Alberta Hall of Fame celebrates individuals who have shown exceptional dedication and…
For this episode of The Bovine, Kara Mastel sits down with father-daughter duo, John and Maria Duynisveld, who own and operate Holdcana Farms, located near Wallace Bay, Nova Scotia. The Duynisveld’s discuss the experience of receiving the 2024 Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA), and dive into more about their operation. Tune in below, download for later, or…
A new campaign is urging Albertans to continue their efforts in keeping the province rat-free. For over 70-years, Alberta has successfully prevented rats from establishing a permanent population, thanks to the diligent work of the Rat Control Program staff and the vigilance of its residents. The campaign, funded by the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable…
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