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While the industry has gotten better at managing disease, cow-calf producers can reduce even more health issues in feedlot cattle
Focusing on communication, problem-solving and scheduling meetings are important steps in managing conflict
Outbreak planning resources, training opportunities and the establishment of a Canadian vaccine bank all in the works to help the cattle industry prevent or respond to the disease
Mentorship can lead to improvements on one’s own operation, as well as adept leadership on industry boards
As she joined the rebuilding effort on burnt-out farms in Australia, this BlazeAid volunteer found inspiration in people’s resolve to carry on
From the Ground Up with Steve Kenyon
Whether you’re managing through a black swan event such as a pandemic or so-called normal times, it’s vital to have a solid understanding of your operation’s finances
Using the right implant at the right time can fatten the bottom line, but producers must consider everything from the market to production stage before picking an implant
The new owners of Atlantic Stockyards, one of the few remaining auction marts in the region, are determined to grow their business by attracting more buyers and putting more cattle through the ring
For more than 60 years, the auction market at Murray Siding, N.S., near Truro, has been a mainstay of the livestock business in Atlantic Canada. Atlantic Stockyards Ltd. changed ownership in 2019 and although operating through the COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t been without its challenges, new owners Scott and Natalie Dixon have plans to grow the […] Read more
Industry stakeholders see a window of opportunity to build public trust, but the industry must act before the public’s attention on food production wanes
The importance of transparency isn’t a new concept at Chop Steakhouse, but it’s certainly become amplified this year. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Canadian consumers were already asking more questions about food production, something Marcel Blais, president of Chop Steakhouse, anticipates will become more common. “We’ve always had really strong practices on food and safety; we’re […] Read more
