Importance of a traceability system Simply put, traceability is the ability to follow an item or a group of items – be it animal, plant, food products or ingredient – from one point in the supply chain to another, either backwards or forwards. As a producer that purchases and applies approved Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (CCIA) tags,…
Read MoreBy University of Calgary Bob Lowe believes it’s Canada’s young people who will lead an innovative and sustainable cattle industry in the future. That’s why the chair of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Foundation and his fellow board members are excited for the foundation to be the founding donor of a new youth program at W.A. Ranches at the University…
Read MoreBorn in Montreal and raised in Calgary, Melanie Wowk brings unique perspective, insights, and skillset to her elected position as Chair, ABP. In addition to her roles as Finance Chair and former Vice Chair, years as an ABP delegate and cattle producer, Melanie has led efforts within our industry as a cow calf veterinarian for over…
Read MoreCanada has reason to celebrate this week, as the Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) announced the country’s move to negligible risk status for Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) on Thursday. “Obtaining the “negligible risk” status from the OIE confirms that Canada’s beef production system is sound, safe and respected,” said Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Marie-Claude…
Read MoreBy Bob Lowe, president of Canadian Cattlemen’s Association If 2020 has taught us anything, it has brought the importance of high-quality products and a safe food system to the minds of Canadians, and we have valued, more than ever, our vast and diverse ecosystems we are lucky to have outside our backdoors. This past year has also put our food…
Read MoreThe need for modernization of our business risk management programs has been further emphasized throughout the pandemic. By Katelyn Laverdure, Lead, Stakeholder Communications, ABP Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) has and continues to put significant efforts towards communicating and consulting with provincial and federal governments on how to best support producers, with continued conversations focused solely on business risk management. The following is a timeline of industry…
Read MoreAll Zones “Be it resolved that ABP continue to work with partner organizations to effectively work with the Government of Alberta lobbying sustainable solutions to issues that arise from multiple use demands (resource extraction, recreation, forestry, etc.) on the land and water resources.” Carried. ABP Board of Directors and staff are working with partner organizations…
Read MoreWe don’t want you to miss out. In an effort to share timely information, and support smooth elections, we need to ensure your contact information is current. And it’ll only take a minute. There are a few reasons to update your information with Alberta Beef Producers: Stay informed – Receive our quarterly ABP Magazine in…
Read MoreAlberta Beef Producers is pleased to launch the ABP Daily App, offering real-time, curated digital content, anytime, anywhere. Stay up-to-date: With direct access to ABP Daily, it’s easy to stay up-to-date on the latest happenings in the beef industry. Keep an eye on the markets: The latest cattle report will be at your fingertips, including…
Read MoreChange is the constant that propels us. It can be uncomfortable and challenging but also inspires us to build a better future from the tools we have, forging fresh connections and opportunities. The constant of change is most apparent in spring. For many producers, calves are already on the ground, and as the season moves into full swing,…
Read MoreSpot a wild boar, tracks, or rooting in a lawn or pasture? Grab your phone. The Alberta Invasive Species Council (AISC) is asking Albertans to report feral pig sightings in a new initiative aptly named “Squeal on Pigs.” Wild boar (Sus scrofa) first came to Alberta in the late 1900s as livestock animals. Unfortunately, over…
Read MoreIn lieu of in-person gatherings, and in an effort to provide updates on industry issues and current projects, Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) hosted a virtual Producer Town Hall this week, via Zoom. The Producer Town Hall provided updates on the ABP elections and Annual General Meeting, the May issue of the ABP magazine, upcoming communications…
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