The Government of Alberta is looking for public feedback on ways to promote economic development in rural Alberta. Increasing investment plays a key factor in recovering economically from the COVID-19 pandemic, the global collapse of energy prices, and the worst economic downturn in almost a century. Discussions and feedback collected will ensure our rural communities…
This Easy Beef Taco Salad is perfect at any time of the year with its crisp lettuce, delicious beef topping, cheese, and condiments. Everyone can build a salad as they want to. This makes an excellent back-to-school dinner when you are trying to get a meal on the table, homework started, or after-school activities worked into the…
As the days of summer fade away and we face the briskness of fall it is time to carefully consider livestock marketing plans for the farm and ranch. Traditionally, this time of year is referred to as ‘the fall run’ as most of the calves, yearlings and cull cows are offered for sale and the…
The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) is hosting a series of four webinars from November through March. The webinars will cover a variety of topics, including backgrounding, record keeping, and grazing planning. Registrants will receive reminders to attend the live event, additional resources, and a link to access the webinars at any time after they’re…
In 2003, just as scientists were putting the finishing touches on the human genome mapping project, and while 32 countries struggled to stop the spread of SARS, a single domestic case of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) was detected on an Alberta farm, closing international borders to Canadian beef and cattle sales for almost two decades….
Fall on the farm is busy, no question about it. Moving cattle, weaning calves, hauling feed, preg-testing…it’s easy to get caught up in the fast pace. And while moving fast can get lots done, we need to make sure that it doesn’t come at a cost. There are many important areas under the VBP+ program,…
I was recently asked, “What do you recommend for grazing riparian areas in a drought?” Grazing riparian areas always requires careful management, but particularly during a drought. Like a lot of agricultural management, planning ahead and having contingencies in place before, during, and after a drought is the best way to build resiliency, but that…
By Jeff Melchior, Alberta Farmer Express In response to recent provincial restrictions, all Farmfair attendees will have to show proof of full vaccination before entering the event. It’s either that or offer proof of a medical exemption or a privately acquired COVID test. The move by event organizer Explore Edmonton is in response to provincial restrictions…
Toilet paper panic, endless zoom calls and the renaissance of homemade sourdough bread. Those are just a few of the images likely to be long associated with the pandemic of ’20-’21. As producers, you know about the challenges the shutdown posed in your world, but what about at the other end of the food spectrum?…
The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association’s (CCA) Public and Stakeholder Engagement team is announcing a new and improved Beef Advocacy Canada (BAC) program. BAC is an online learning program designed to empower, equip, and connect beef advocates. Through a series of five self-guided courses, participants learn about the key concerns consumers have about beef and be equipped…
The fed price tone softened as the week progressed and dressed sales were reported from $260-265/cwt delivered last week. A few producers opted out and carried cattle over into this week. Cattle that traded were scheduled for the end of November delivery. Alberta fed cash to futures basis against the nearby October live cattle contract…
These Smoked Meatballs add a new dimension of flavor to any dish that you are preparing. Think meatball sub, spaghetti and meatballs, pizza, or as an appetizer for game day. The recipe is simple, straightforward, and the smoky BBQ flavor that results is a definite crowd pleaser! Rather than making just regular meatballs, why not put some…