Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)

As we move into 2026, it’s clear there will be interesting conversations ahead for Alberta beef producers. At the beginning of December, we saw the start of an influx of feedback surrounding traceability regulations and the now paused proposed changes. Our initial response was to host a meeting with the Alberta Beef Producers board of…

Following extensive producer engagement, including 15 Producer Meetings and a dedicated Town Hall, ABP delegates passed a resolution at the 2026 Annual General Meeting directing the creation of a traceability working group. ABP, alongside governments and other cattle organizations, will work to address deficiencies and producer confidence in the current model before further changes can be considered. …

Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is recommending that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) halt the finalization of the upcoming federal traceability regulation changes to allow for additional, meaningful consultation with producers. While public consultation occurred in 2023, ABP believes further review is necessary to ensure traceability can be effectively and consistently implemented at the farm…

To help clarify key aspects of traceability and proposed regulatory changes, two presentations featuring the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (CCIA) provide information from subject-matter experts. CFIA Traceability Webinar Video: CFIA – Proposed Part XV of the Health of Animals Regulations Overview CFIA is responsible for the traceability regulations themselves…

After years of planning and preparation, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency is expecting to publish the final version of proposed amendments to Part XV of the Health of Animals Act in 2026.  To help clarify what’s coming and what it means for you, we’ve compiled a few answers to some of the most frequently asked questions we’re hearing.  Will I have to change when I tag cattle?   There is no required…

A robust and effective traceability system finds a balance in technical reporting and practicality.  Traceability is the ability to follow the movement of an animal or food product through different stages of the supply chain. The ability to track livestock through their lifecycle relies on three pillars: premise identification (PID), animal identification, and animal movement….

The Government of Canada released its 2025 federal budget on November 4, outlining several new commitments and program adjustments affecting the agriculture sector, including beef producers. Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is reviewing the proposed budget and will be monitoring the vote in Parliament on November 17. Here’s a rundown of the key developments:   Funding programs Budget 2025 proposes…

Editor’s Note: This post has been updated to include the full bovine TB webinar video and a short survey for producers. Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is hosting a webinar on November 17 at 7:00 p.m., with participation from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). The session will focus on bovine tuberculosis (bTB) and what it means…