In support of Manitoba Beef Producers’ (MBP) drought-related advocacy efforts with the federal and provincial governments, MBP is conducting a confidential producer survey to gather further data on the impact the drought is
having on the province’s beef sector.
For example, Manitoba producers are being asked to identify their estimated percentage of feed/forage production compared to last year. Producers are asked to indicate if they are incurring additional fencing costs in order to access alternate sources of feed for grazing. There are questions related to the drought’s impact on water resources. This includes investments producers are having to make in this area, such as digging new wells or reservoirs, restoring existing water sources, or hauling water. Manitoba producers are also asked to indicate their intentions with respect to herd sizes going forward, such as projected culling rates.This survey should take about 5-10 minutes to complete. Your participation is sincerely appreciated. Please note MBP is seeking participation from Manitoba producers only.
Note: All data and comments collected will be aggregated before being used for MBP’s advocacy activities. No operation-specific identifying information will be shared with governments.
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Thank you in advance for your consideration in completing the survey which can be found online.
MBP is continuing to engage with government officials about the severity of the drought, its effects on producers and the need for a timely, multi-pronged approach to help the beef industry deal with the immediate and longer-term
implications of the drought.
