Kheiron Biotech, an Argentine company, has bred gene-edited polo ponies and says gene-editing has the potential to revolutionize horse breeding.
Horses
World’s first gene-edited horses are shaking up the genteel sport of polo
Argentine polo authorities balk at arrival of gene-edited horses
Comment: Canada needs a clear vision for agricultural exports
We spend a lot of time talking about the effect of agriculture on climate, when we should be talking about the effect of climate on agriculture, Al Mussell says. Now, I know farmers and ranchers spend a lot of time thinking about the effect of weather, and climate, on their operations (whether or not they […] Read more
Range Rider program helps B.C. ranchers threatened by wildfires
As more wildfires flare up in B.C., ranchers are forced to evacuate their cattle, and help their neighbours do the same
When the Shetland Creek wildfire started in the summer of 2024, T.J. Walkem waited and watched smoke smudge the sky. Dry, hot and windy conditions fed the fire, and overnight, it doubled in size. Walkem and his father rushed to evacuate their cattle, surrounded by walls of flames. “We’ve had a few (wildfires) the last […] Read more
Comment: Our complicated relationship with horses
I’ve recently decided it’s time to euthanize my old horse, Oliver — everyone calls him Ollie for short. He’s almost 28 years old, and growing increasingly arthritic. Winter is coming, and if I don’t have him put down before the miserable season begins, he may slip on ice and be unable to get up. Even […] Read more
Sleeping sickness in horses
Veterinary Case Study: Symptoms of Western equine encephalitis and tips for preventing the disease
Jane’s desperate phone call came after school Monday afternoon. She had noticed something different with Sisco last night when she groomed him. Sisco, a Welsh-cross, failed to eat his oats, seemed restless and wanted to lay down. Getting up when urged became difficult. Her hunch something might be seriously wrong with her new pony turned […] Read more
Leptospirosis in people, dogs, horses and cattle
Vet Advice with Dr. Ron Clarke
The story about leptospirosis started during a dog walk with good friends as part of our daily outing. They knew little about zoonoses and the importance of disease transmission between animals and humans. A recent article on “Leptospirosis” Linda read in an agriculture journal piqued her interest on the diseases shared by humans and animals. […] Read more
Precision livestock farming could fine-tune feed efficiency ‘equation’
A Belgian researcher says precision technology can help farmers fine-tune animal feed consumption, which would increase profits, improve animal welfare and lower environmental effects.
New Canadian feed regulations released
Long-awaited feed regulation update offers more flexibility, risk-based approach, focus on food safety
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has released their long-promised update to national feed regulations. Formally referred to as the “Feeds Regulations, 2024,” the final version of the framework was registered June 17 and published for public view July 3 in part 2 of the Canada Gazette.
Kainai Nation offers livestock certificate program
The program, launched in 2021, offers everything from livestock handling to nutrition to mature students
The program is a year in length and teaches students about livestock production systems, handling, pasture and grazing management, as well as nutrition, feeding, health and disease, among other things. It covers livestock such as cattle, bison and horses.
Hemlock: A deadly poison affecting spring and summer pasture
Vet Advice with Dr. Ron Clarke
Poisonous plants are a major cause of economic loss to the livestock industry. It’s estimated poisonous plants adversely affect three to five per cent of cattle, sheep and horses grazing the western range.
Canadian Cattlemen Presents: Depth of Field
