ABP Magazine

Writing about trade and government relations in the beef industry is a challenge right now. By the time this article reaches your hands, the landscape could look quite different. Still, it’s worth providing some context on what’s been done, and some background on the current state of conversations. Throughout July, Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) met…

Alberta Beef Producers announced a significant move in August, giving notice the commission will withdraw its membership from the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) as of July 1, 2026. “Membership in national organizations like the CCA must deliver clear value to Alberta’s cattle producers,” said Doug Roxburgh, Chair of ABP. “We have a duty to Alberta…

Fred Lozeman operates a mixed farming operation and feed yard near Claresholm, Alberta. Fred served as an ABP delegate for nine years, recently retiring in March 2025. Fred remains involved with ABP in a non-delegate role as chair of the governance committee. Becoming an ABP delegate is a great way to provide leadership to the…

We’ve certainly had an active time as your beef cattle commission for the past few months. The Alberta Beef Producers’ board decision to withdraw from the Canadian Cattle Association dominates the horizon currently. While you’ll find much more on the decision elsewhere in [ABP Magazine], I will say the key factors that led to this…

Every year, eligible cattle producers in Alberta have the opportunity to bring forward resolutions through Producer Meetings. Those that are carried at Producer Meetings are sorted and directed by ABP’s Resolution Committee. The following resolutions, including those from Producer Meetings, were considered by delegates at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in March, or by the…

In the December 2024 issue of ABP Magazine, we shared the list of producers acclaimed as delegates following the November nomination deadline. In March, the Board of Directors approved the appointments of three additional producers, including one new and two returning delegates. Jolene McDermott — Northwest Zone Jolene McDermott manages a 100-head cow/calf operation with…