On October 9, 2024, the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) gathered on Parliament Hill to kick off Animal Health Week, a national campaign dedicated to raising awareness about the critical role animal health plays in our society. This week also honors the dedicated professionals who work tirelessly to protect animal health every day. Animal Health…
In recognition of World Mental Health Day, Minister of Mental Health and Addiction, Dan Williams, issued a statement emphasizing the importance of mental health support and the ongoing efforts to assist Albertans facing mental health challenges. “On World Mental Health Day, we recognize those struggling with their mental health and send a message of support….
At the 2024 Animal Health Canada (AHC) Forum in Ottawa, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Francis Drouin, announced that AHC will receive over $13 million in funding. This support will enable AHC to continue its collaborative efforts with various government levels, industry, and animal health partners to enhance animal health and…
This article was first published in Volume 4 Issue 3 of ABP Magazine (September 2024). Watch for more digital content from the magazine on ABP Daily. Thank you to all cattle buyers and sellers who pay check-off remittances on private treaty sales. Check-off dollars are investments into the future of cattle production in Alberta. This year, they’re supporting advocacy…
This article was first published in Volume 4 Issue 3 of ABP Magazine (September 2024). Watch for more digital content from the magazine on ABP Daily. As we move into fall, it’s a good time to reflect on some summer highlights for our organization. I would have to say the third edition of the Alberta Beef Industry Stampede Summit…
This article was first published in Volume 4 Issue 3 of ABP Magazine (September 2024). Watch for more digital content from the magazine on ABP Daily. Forward delivery feeder sales provide an indication of where prices may be heading this fall. It is also an opportunity to manage risk. Buyers who expect the market to turn higher during the…
In Alberta last week, weighted average fed steer and heifer prices closed the week around $241/cwt live, $0.50/cwt higher than the previous week. From their highs in June, fed prices have declined $23/cwt or 9%. Last week, dressed sales were reported from $402.00-403.50/cwt FOB feedlot. Cattle that traded were being booked anywhere from the second…
As the distance between farm and fork continues to grow, the Canadian beef industry is working hard to close the knowledge gap and build trust with consumers. Among those contributing to these efforts is the Public and Stakeholder Engagement (PSE) program, a program under the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA). Funded by national checkoff dollars, the…
Cattle management is often limited by labor and time resources. Drone technology is helping relieve these pressures for farmers and ranchers. “Temple Grandin always says, ‘We manage what we measure,’” says John Church, Associate Professor in the Natural Resource Science Department at Thompson Rivers University. “Drones are one of our most efficient ways to observe,…
For this episode of The Bovine, Kara Mastel sits down with Jenna Sarich, Stakeholder Engagement Technical Consultant with Public and Stakeholder Engagement (PSE). The duo discuss the ins and outs of PSE, results from a recent national sustainability survey, the importance of telling the story from the farm, and more. Tune in below, download for later,…
In Alberta last week, fed steer averaged almost 242/cwt and heifer traded just below $240/cwt. The Western Canadian fed market established a new second al of the year price lows, while US fed prices have rebounded roughly $5/cwt over the past couple weeks. On a cash basis, Alberta fed prices are now trading at a…
As show and auction season gets underway, the risk of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) is a consideration for exhibitors and organizers. Since early 2024, HPAI (H5N1) outbreaks have occurred in dairy cows across several states. While there haven’t been any confirmed cases in Canada, it’s important to know the biosecurity measures to keep it…
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