The effect of extreme weather remains the focus of many conversations among cattle producers across Canada. Dry conditions, heat and too much rain in my home region are making for another challenging year, coupled with rising input costs due to inflation. The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is monitoring the situation at the local level through […] Read more
CCA reports: Supply management bill, cultivated protein, traceability regs all on CCA’s plate
From the August 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
CCA reports: CCA undertakes trade mission to Japan, advocates for free trade
From the June 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Optimism is the key motivation that keeps many of us going through the tough times. It’s human nature to focus our thoughts on the challenges and adversity that face beef producers across the country — whether it is extreme weather, trade irritants affecting our ability to export our product to global markets or hearing about […] Read more
CCA reports: CCA keeps trade on the front burner
From the May 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Spring is finally here and the busy season on our farms and ranches is upon us — whether it’s calving or getting crops into the ground. There’s something about spring that brings a sense of optimism and the feeling of a fresh start. While you are busy tending to spring preparations, the board and staff […] Read more
CCA reports: Bill C-282, ‘Product of USA’ labels and trade talks with U.K.
From the April 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
The Canadian Cattle Association’s (CCA) 90th anniversary celebrations have provided us with an opportunity to reflect on our organization’s rich history — the growth of our industry, how our industry has worked together to overcome challenges and investments made to help ensure a sustainable future for our next generation. Many of our recent successes are […] Read more
CCA reports: Maintaining trade momentum
Beef exports showing record-level growth
Trade is a bright spot for the Canadian beef industry. We have seen incredible gains in our international trade file over the years. For our sixth straight year in a row, we’ve seen record growth in our exports. Exports have added C$1,044 per animal in value (five-year average) through selling into international markets. But this […] Read more
CCA reports: Transport regulations, foot-and-mouth and youth programs
From the February 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
It didn’t take long for board members and staff at the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) to get back into the swing of things following the holiday season. The promise of a new year has brought a renewed energy to push forward on key policy files affecting cattle producers across the country, investing in our next […] Read more
CCA reports: Honouring Reg Schellenberg’s legacy
From the January 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen: Also, Indo-Pacific Strategy good news for Canadian beef sector
Last year ended on a very difficult note. The Canadian cattle community lost a tremendous leader, mentor and friend, with the sudden passing of Reg Schellenberg, president of the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA). Reg’s leadership and passion for our industry will be missed around the board table and at industry meetings and events. He cared […] Read more
Canadian Cattlemen Presents: Depth of Field
