In response to the recent wildfires, the County of Grande Prairie is leading an initiative to connect livestock producers in need of feed with those who have surplus. The wildfires have created an urgent demand for feed on several operations. To address this, the County is facilitating connections between producers with available feed and those…
What happens when a cattle producer walks straight into a trade war? That’s exactly the whirlwind Tyler Fulton stepped into when he became the new president of the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) this March. In Season 3, Episode 10 of The Bovine podcast, brought to you by Alberta Beef Producers, host Kara Mastel sits down…
What if the secret to better beef starts underground? In this Episode of The Bovine Podcast, host Kara Mastel sits down with Dr. Jonathan Bennett, associate professor of Plant Ecology at the University of Saskatchewan, to explore the complex, unseen world of soil microbiomes and how they are reshaping the future of beef and forage…
Is your pasture really ready for cattle? Spring grazing is much more than a simple seasonal shift—it’s a strategic decision that can make or break the health of your pasture, the well-being of your herd, and your bottom line. In Episode 8 of The Bovine, brought to you by Alberta Beef Producers, host Kara Mastel…
Alberta 4-H participants are getting set for another round of Achievement Days. Achievement Days mark the culmination of a year’s worth of hard work, dedication, and growth within 4-H clubs. Find the full listing on 4-H Alberta’s site and schedule them in to your calendar today. Happy Achievement Days! 4-H Alberta Achievement Days Listing Alberta…
We’re excited to announce the winners of Alberta Beef Producers’ (ABP’s) 2025 Young Creators Contest. This year’s winners showcased a variety of talents and a deep understanding of the industry’s challenges and opportunities. Winners for this year include: Congratulations to all the winners and participants. We look forward to continuing this tradition of fostering young…
In Season 3, Episode 7 of The Bovine podcast, host Kara Mastel welcomes keynote speaker and human values expert David Allison for a conversation that redefines how the beef industry — and all industries — can connect with people in today’s shifting landscape. Fresh from the stage at the Alberta Beef Industry Conference, David breaks…
What happens when your most reliable water source melts away? That’s the urgent question at the heart of this episode of The Bovine podcast, hosted by Kara Mastel and brought to you by Alberta Beef Producers. This week’s guest, Dr. John Pomeroy, offers a deep dive into the future of water in the Canadian Prairies…
In late November 2024, a six-year-old cow infected with bovine tuberculosis (bTB) was detected at slaughter. This animal was traced back to a premise in Saskatchewan, where more positive animals were detected. As part of rigorous eradication protocols, a thorough disease investigation must occur to maintain Canada’s current international trade opportunities. Updates on the current…
Imagine leading Alberta Beef Producers’ Board of Directors while juggling feed runs and national policy meetings. In Season 3 Episode 5 of The Bovine podcast, brought to you by Alberta Beef Producers, host Kara Mastel sits down with Doug Roxburgh, the newly elected Chair of Alberta Beef Producers (ABP), to talk about leadership, resilience, and…
Minister of Alberta Forestry and Parks, Todd Loewen, signed an Order in Council to amend the Recreational Access Regulation, which oversees recreational access to grazing leases in Alberta. This amendment introduces several significant changes aimed at improving the management and accessibility of these lands. One of the key updates is the addition of a purpose…
What’s been happening behind the scenes at Alberta Beef Producers? In this episode of The Bovine, host Kara Mastel takes us inside Alberta Beef Producers’ (ABP) 2024 Year in review. Recorded at the end of the year, this discussion features key ABP staff as they reflect on the major issues, projects, and policies shaping the…