Checking in with ABP

Spring is always one of the best times of year in this business. Calving is underway, seed is going into the ground, and there’s a sense of momentum heading into the grazing season. This year, that momentum also includes a few policy wins worth noting. Strychnine is back in 2026! After its approval was pulled…

RDAR has extended the OFCAF intake pause after receiving more than 900 applications requesting $21.2 million in funding, exceeding available program dollars A major boost in producer demand for opportunities ranging from virtual fencing to regenerative agriculture has led to some timeline adjustments for the team at RDAR. RDAR’s On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) Program…

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…

Feedback period closes June 12 Canada’s beef sector has until June 12, 2026 to review and provide feedback on the draft updated Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Beef Cattle. The National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC), alongside the Canadian Cattle Association, launched the public comment period May 13. The draft Code and…

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…