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Feed represents one of the largest input costs in beef production. Without an accurate understanding of its nutritional value, both feed planning and ration formulation becomes largely speculative, increasing the risk of under- or over-supplying key nutrients. Laboratory feed analysis provides a precise assessment of nutrient availability, allowing producers to optimize feed utilization and improve…

Canfax is inviting Canadian beef producers and industry stakeholders to share their perspectives through a stakeholder survey designed to help guide the future of its market information services. As a membership-funded, not-for-profit organization, Canfax provides voluntary price reporting and cattle market information to the Canadian cattle industry. Members receive access to publications, data services and…

Alberta producers play an important role in maintaining grasslands and wildlife habitat, according to new research highlighted by the Beef Cattle Research Council. In a recent article, BCRC Science Director Dr. Reynold Bergen examined how continued conversion of pasture and forage land to crop production could impact biodiversity and landscape connectivity across Alberta. The article draws on research…

Two federal beef researchers affected by the closure of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s (AAFC) Lacombe Research and Development Centre will continue a portion of their work through an interim arrangement at the University of Guelph.  The University of Guelph has announced that Dr. Óscar López-Campos and Dr. Nuria Prieto will continue research activity at the university under…