Nominations open for Canadian Simmental Hall of Fame

Nominations open for Canadian Simmental Hall of Fame

Purely Purebred, news from the May 2025 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

The September 1 deadline for nominations to the Canadian Simmental Hall of Fame is quickly approaching. The Canadian Simmental Association is pleased to recognize individuals who have contributed to the expansion and achievements of the Simmental association in Canada. To be considered for the Canadian Simmental Hall of Fame, individuals will be recognized by their […] Read more

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Feeder cattle outside finishing feedlots

Market Talk with Jerry Klassen

The feeder cattle market has been trading near or at historical highs over the past couple of months. The higher prices have caused many cattle producers to question the number of feeder cattle that will be available later in spring. Canadian feedlot operators have experienced favourable margins throughout the winter which has enhanced demand for […] Read more


Tyler Fulton is passionate about the cattle industry and has been involved with the Manitoba Beef Producers since 2019 and the Canadian Cattle Association since 2020.

New Canadian Cattle Association president focused on trade risk

Tyler Fulton is no stranger to hard work — a trait he now brings to his role at the Canadian Cattle Association

Tyler Fulton is no stranger to hard work — a trait he now brings to his role at the Canadian Cattle Association

As a cattle rancher himself, Tyler Fulton is passionate about serving his fellow farmers and ranchers. In March of 2025, he was named the new president of the Canadian Cattle Association at the annual general meeting in Ottawa, Ont., allowing him to do so even more. “I really feel fortunate to be in this role, […] Read more



A bull elk near Prince Albert, Sask. Wildlife such as deer and elk can spread bovine TB between farms, making it difficult to trace.

What ranchers need to know about bovine tuberculosis investigations in Canada

From surveillance to testing to restocking, two experts outline how an investigation works

From surveillance to testing to restocking, two experts outline how an investigation works

A case of bovine tuberculosis was detected in a cow at slaughter in Alberta. It was traced back to a farm in Saskatchewan, where more positive animals were detected, leading to the launch of a vigorous eradication and investigation process by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. But many producers don’t know what this process looks […] Read more

Photo: Geralyn Wichers

Klassen: Feedlot operators become cautious on purchases

For the week ending May 10, Western Canadian feeder cattle markets traded steady to $5 higher on average. Quality packages of lighter calves were priced $10-$15 above week ago levels. Many auction barns are only holding sales every two or three weeks at this time of year with limited numbers on offer. This made the market hard to define in certain weight categories.


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Total Canadian cattle, calf numbers shrink again

BeefWatch is prepared by the staff of Canfax and Canfax Research Services, divisions of the Canadian Cattle Association

As the cattle herd shrinks, leverage has shifted from the retailer through the supply chain to the cow-calf sector. Heavier Canadian steer carcass weights supported fed production in 2024, offsetting smaller slaughter volumes. Fed and feeder cattle prices moved to record highs in the first quarter of 2025, building on momentum from the fourth quarter […] Read more

calf and cow in a green pasture

DNA testing can have value in commercial beef sector

Assessing the genetic potential for a number of factors can be helpful to producers

There is growing interest in the commercial beef industry around using DNA to inform selection decisions. While traditionally the realm of the seedstock industry, commercial DNA testing and changes in the way we manage cattle have led to some big changes in how we think about genetic selection. DNA testing, in broad terms, means using […] Read more


A pair of calves on a pasture with mountains in the background

Benchmarks indicate healthy calves

Preparing a calf for a healthy life begins before calving

With calving season in full swing, ensuring calves are primed to thrive is top of mind. When refreshing themselves on indicators of good health in calves, producers are encouraged to remember to trust in their knowledge of their own herd and to stay vigilant in monitoring them. “Early detection is always going to be key […] Read more

A cow with her newborn calf. People often consider fetal abnormalities as “accidents of gestation,” but failing to identify heritable defects when they occur can see further distribution of mutated genetics.

Skeletal deformities of beef calves

Vet Advice with Dr. Ron Clarke

Much is written about genetic mutations in beef calves: why it happens, pathological descriptions and how to manage the deformities. Pathologists love to describe structural abnormalities of organ systems and what else has been discovered. The literature on genetic mutations goes far beyond what can be covered in one column, so I will only address […] Read more