For those who know it, stepping into the show barns feels like coming home. The sound of blowers competes with speakers blasting everything from classic country to AC/DC. Clipping chutes are pulled into the aisles, with capable teams of fitters putting on the finishing touches in time for the next class. In this atmosphere, there’s […] Read more
Doing business at Agribition
How do major livestock exhibitions facilitate commerce? Canadian Western Agribition provides a case study
Dealing with a protection order for species at risk
Decades of carefully managing native pastures, documentation and open communication were key to convincing government officials and conservationists that this ranch is supporting wildlife
A landscape like the Palliser Triangle holds its own challenges for raising livestock. These trials are well understood by those who make their living on the arid plains, shaping how they manage the native prairie to sustain their herds and the world around them. But when an emergency protection order (EPO) under the federal Species […] Read more
Research finds Canadians want to learn about agriculture
Public Trust: Study by the Canadian Centre for Food Integrity shows gaps in consumer understanding of modern agricultural practices
The general public’s lack of agricultural knowledge is more widespread than likely imagined, according to a 2019 study. The study by the Canadian Centre for Food Integrity (CCFI) found that 91 per cent of Canadians feel they know little, very little or nothing about modern agricultural practices. However, this research also shows that 60 per […] Read more
What to know before investing in a drone
Flight safety, training and stockmanship will help you get the most out of adding a drone to your operation
With many agricultural uses, drones are becoming one of the top new tools to catch the attention of beef producers. If you’re unsure where to begin, there are several areas to consider before investing in a drone of your own. Dr. John Church, associate professor in the faculty of science at Thompson Rivers University, works […] Read more
Chop Steakhouse & Bar unveils Steak Masters tour
Limited-time menu puts Canadian beef in the spotlight during cross-country tour
Chop Steakhouse & Bar is celebrating culinary excellence and Canadian beef with a special tour and new, thoughtfully crafted dishes. On Feb. 27, the “Steak Masters — In Pursuit of Perfection” tour will debut at Chop Steakhouse’s Richmond, B.C. location, with a limited-time menu that will travel to other locations across Canada this year. Stephen […] Read more
Trade deals, environment on the agenda during NCBA’s policy meetings
Upcoming work on issues affecting U.S. beef producers more urgent with election looming
An election year can present challenges to commodity groups lobbying in support of their members, and the largest beef association in the United States is counting on this. The Washington, D.C. staff of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) reported on several recent policy wins Thursday morning at the Cattle Industry Conference and NCBA Trade […] Read more
Registry accepts first Canadian grassland carbon offset protocol
Canadian Forage and Grasslands Association leads project to build public trust and reward producers for conserving grasslands
A new pilot project aims to reward Canadian producers for sequestering carbon in grasslands, highlighting the value of agriculture on these landscapes to the public. Climate Action Reserve, a U.S.-based carbon offset registry, has accepted the first grassland carbon offset protocol for Canadian agriculture producers. The Canadian Forage and Grasslands Association (CFGA), which led the […] Read more
Sustainability and public perception discussions kick off NCBA’s annual convention
Beef producers and industry representatives from across North America converge on San Antonio for the biggest conference in the business.
Everybody once wanted to be a cowboy, so why doesn’t the public seem to connect that heroic figure with modern beef production? This was the question posed by Wayne Morgan, president of protein products and sustainability for Golden State Foods, during one of the first sessions on Wednesday at the Cattle Industry Conference and National […] Read more
Reducing disease in newborn calves
Calving: News Roundup from the February 2020 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Extra vigilance before and during the calving season can pay off when it comes to producing healthy calves. “Newborn calf mortality can have a significant impact on calf crop percentage and ultimately your herd economics,” said Dr. Steve Hendrick, veterinarian with the Coaldale Veterinary Clinic in Coaldale, Alta. Hendrick spoke about reducing disease in newborn […] Read more
Flipping the script on environment and nutrition
Two experts discuss public perceptions and misinformation around beef production, and what the industry can do about it
Environmental impact and nutrition are two major public trust issues facing beef production, with misconceptions and false information widely promoted. An expert in each field spoke at the 2019 Alberta Beef Industry Conference about opportunities for the Canadian beef industry in these challenges. Environment Dr. Frank Mitloehner knows well how animal rights activists cite climate […] Read more
Canadian Cattlemen Presents: Depth of Field
