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The importance of strong relationships in agriculture
Fostering emotional intelligence, the ability to adapt and connection to others is key to living a good life, say researchers
Describes the Harvard Study on Adult Development, a long-term study on life satisfaction, health, longevity and financial success, and what it means for the average person.
A change to how the cattle check-off rate is set in Western Canada
The check-off rate is now based on where the beef producer resides, not where they sell their cattle.
On August 1, the Saskatchewan Cattle Association raised the provincial portion of its check-off, raising the total check-off from $4.50 to $5.25 per head. This also put Saskatchewan’s check-off higher than Alberta’s, which still sits at $4.50. And because so many cattle are sold across that provincial border, everyone had to put their heads together […] Read more
JBS sees US cattle cycle improving from late 2027
JBS turns Q2 profit despite challenging operating environment
U.S.-based beef-packers will continue to reel from low cattle availability for about three or four quarters, with gradual improvements of the U.S. cattle herd happening gradually from late 2027, meatpacking giant JBS said on Thursday.
Alberta researchers study potential of native plants to clean water in feedlot run-off
Researchers have found some native plants are effective at removing nutrients and minerals from feedlot run-off.
Olds College researchers look at how native plants can help clean water in feedlot run-off ponds.
U.S. livestock: Cattle make small gains, hogs slip back
Most Chicago cattle futures settled with small gains after trading near highs earlier on Wednesday. Lean hogs closed slightly down.
U.S. livestock: Cattle futures continue gains, hogs slide
Chicago cattle futures made gains for the second day running while lean hog contracts settled with small losses.
Alberta Beef Producers announces withdrawal from Canadian Cattle Association
ABP to conclude its membership with CCA, effective July 1, 2026
Alberta Beef Producers announced its withdrawal from the Canadian Cattle Association, effective July 1, 2026.
Klassen: Strong demand supports feeder complex
For the week ending August 9, Western Canadian feeder cattle markets traded $5 to $10 higher on average. Many weight categories notched fresh record highs. Ontario demand was evident across western Canada for calves and yearlings.
Dealing with depression in the beef industry
A veternarian opens up about his own struggles with depression and highlights resources for those seeking help.
Veterinarian Dr. Ron Clarke writes about struggles with stress and depression, and offers resources for readers looking for help.
U.S. livestock: Cattle, hogs make gains
Chicago cattle futures closed with small gains on Monday after Friday's fall. Lean hog futures were also up.