The 2021 Friends of Canadian Simmental Foundation annual fundraising auction was held July 23 and July 24 on DLMS.ca as a farmgate timed online sale. The auction was a great success raising $65,147! Thank you to everyone who donated, purchased and bid to make this year a success. Over 170 people bid on and viewed […] Read more
News from the Canadian Simmental Association
Purely Purebred, news from the September 2021 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Manitoba Youth Beef Round-Up wraps
Purely Purebred, news from the September 2021 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
For the second year in a row, the Manitoba Youth Beef Round-Up cancelled its live cattle show and events and decided on a virtual event instead. However, with a little outward thinking and support through Direct Livestock Marketing Systems (DLMS), the committee was able to host a virtual event this year. It was a great […] Read more
Sask. ranchers step up to help Mackie family
Purely Purebred, news from the September 2021 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
With more than enough to worry about in the battle to find feed and managing the widespread drought, ranchers from southwest Saskatchewan have stepped up to help out 11-year-old Mia Mackie from Consul, Sask. Mackie was diagnosed with spinal muscle atrophy, a genetic disease that has no cure but can be treated. Mackie is a […] Read more
Canadian Limousin Association welcomes new president, directors
Purely Purebred, news from the September 2021 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
The Canadian Limousin Association held their AGM virtual on July 22. A productive discussion was had regarding member retention as well as the breed’s involvement in the commercial beef industry. Sandy Russell gave a presentation on the Canadian Beef Improvement Network and the Canadian Limousin Association made a formal financial commitment to the project. Outgoing […] Read more
Canadian National Junior Shorthorn show a success
Purely Purebred, news from the September 2021 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
The 2021 Canadian National Junior Shorthorn Show took place in Lacombe, Alta., from July 8 to 10. The show was a great success, with over 40 juniors ranging in age from Peewee to Senior participating and more than 50 head at the show. Juniors participated in competitions both in person and online from all across […] Read more
Whitney DeDecker bids farewell to Canadian Speckle Park Association
Purely Purebred, news from the September 2021 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Whitney DeDecker has resigned from the Canadian Speckle Park Association as general manager, effective September 1. DeDecker is leaving the position to focus on her young family and their livestock operation. During her time as general manager, she directed the breed through many changes. Without a doubt, her greatest challenge was putting in place the […] Read more
Condolences to Kevin Rea’s loved ones
Purely Purebred, news from the September 2021 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Limousin breeders, friends and family across Canada are mourning the loss of Kevin Rea of Bar 3R Limousin of Marengo, Sask. Kevin Rea was born in Kindersley, Sask., but lived his entire life in Marengo. Growing up, he spent time visiting neighbours, at local rinks or hanging out on the family farm. Upon graduating, Rea […] Read more
Canadian Angus Association announces board
Purely Purebred, news from the August 2021 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
The Canadian Angus Association elected directors and executives at its recent annual general meeting. Sheldon Kyle of Redvers, Sask., moved from president-elect to president. Shawn Birmingham of Brandon, Man., moved into the past president position, and Graham McLean of Watford, Ont. was chosen as president-elect. Incoming directors include Doug Munton and Harold Reich in Alberta […] Read more
Dayna Cameron joins Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef
Purely Purebred, news from the August 2021 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
The Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef is delighted to welcome Dayna Cameron to the team as communications specialist. Raised on a beef operation in Alberta, Cameron brings with her a love of agriculture storytelling, coupled with a business degree from Mount Royal University in Calgary. Cameron actively helps run the family pedigreed seed, purebred cattle […] Read more
Canadian Simmental Association elects directors
Purely Purebred, news from the August 2021 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Ben Farrant of Red Deer, Alta., has joined the Canadian Simmental Association board. He will be joining incumbent director Byron Johnson of Amisk, Alta., who is returning for his second term. Scott Matthews of Canton de Hatley, Que., was elected by acclamation. Past president Garth Rancier of Killam, Alta., and Francis Gagnon of Cheneville, Que., […] Read more
Canadian Cattlemen Presents: Depth of Field
