Checking in with ABP

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced it will not proceed at this time with proposed cattle movement reporting requirements under its revised livestock traceability regulations. According to CFIA, updated traceability requirements for other livestock species will continue to progress, while proposed cattle and bison movement reporting requirements will not proceed as the agency…

Terroir Symposium returns to Calgary, bringing together food, hospitality, agriculture and storytelling  The Terroir Symposium returns to Calgary May 29-31, bringing together chefs, restaurateurs, producers, tourism leaders, food writers, educators and industry partners from across Canada and around the world.  Now celebrating its 20th year, the symposium is billed as one of Canada’s leading gatherings focused on food culture, hospitality, storytelling and community-building. This…

Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is thanking the Honourable RJ Sigurdson for his service to Alberta agriculture while also welcoming the Honourable Tara Sawyer to the role of Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation following Alberta’s recent cabinet changes. Here are the ABP statements: Thank you to Minister Sigurdson Alberta Beef Producers would like to whole-heartedly thank…

Producers across Alberta continue to face increasing pressure from wildlife, particularly in regions with high populations of elk, deer and predators such as wolves, coyotes and grizzly bears. The topic came up during Alberta Beef Producers’ recent Producer Meetings, where producers shared concerns about feed loss, pasture damage, livestock predation and the challenges of responding…

Researchers showcased new findings shaping the future of beef production Beef cattle research ranging from forage efficiency to precision livestock systems was front and centre among the latest findings presented at the 10th Animal Nutrition Conference of Canada (ANCC). Held May 5-7 in Edmonton, the conference brought together researchers, nutritionists, veterinarians and livestock industry representatives…

Alberta producers, 4-H clubs and agricultural organizations still have time to take part in the 2026 Great Twine Round-Up contest before the May 31 deadline. The province-wide initiative, led by the Agricultural Plastics Recycling Group (APRG) through the Alberta Ag-Plastic. Recycle-It! pilot program, encourages producers to recycle used plastic baler twine while supporting Alberta’s agricultural…

A recent CBC report offers an on-the-ground look at the realities of calving season, highlighting both the care and commitment of producers and the continued evolution of the sector. As calving season continues across Alberta, it’s interesting to see how this busy time of year is portrayed in the news. One example was a recent…

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…

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…