On August 13 and 14th an industry and producer led group re-convened in Calgary to discuss traceability. This was a continuation of the process which began with meetings July 14-15th of this year. The Working Group had been created by resolution at the Alberta Beef Producers March 2026 AGM. To be clear, the Canadian Food…

Editor’s Note: The Traceability Working Group met again in August to build on these discussions, further examine traceability gaps, and develop recommendations focused on voluntary, practical enhancements to Alberta’s traceability system. For an update on the group’s progress and current direction, read Executive Brief #2. On July 14 and 15 an industry and producer led…