Canadian Gelbvieh Association marks 50 years

Purely Purebred, news from the September 2022 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

In celebration of the Canadian Gelbvieh Association’s 50th anniversary, the association has published a history book with 250 pages and over 800 pictures. You can read stories about members past and present, their successes, joys and struggles. To get your copy contact the Canadian Gelbvieh Association by email [email protected] or by calling 403-250-8640.  The Canadian […] Read more

Canadian Limousin Association AGM and Impact Show

Purely Purebred, news from the September 2022 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

The Canadian Limousin Association held its AGM on July 14 in Bragg Creek, Alta., hosted by Highland Stock Farms Ltd. The association was pleased to welcome Michael Machan of Renfrew, Ont., to the board of directors. Wayne Burgess of Carstairs, Alta. was re-elected as president. Ashton Hewson of Unity, Sask., is vice-president and Travis Hunter […] Read more


Doug and Erika Fossen and family of Rock Creek, B.C.

CCA reports: Fossen family crowned national TESA winners

From the September 2022 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

Raising cattle in Canada is a part of the climate solution — and as cattle farmers and ranchers, we have known this for a long time. Being innovative and incorporating sustainable practices are at the forefront of what we do. The viability of our operations depends on it. We take tremendous pride in caring for […] Read more

Canadian delegates to the 2022 World Charolais Congress. Front (l to r): Norm and Yoland Watson, Candace and Helge By. Back (l to r): Darwin Rosso, Craig Scott, Don Dodge.

Canadians to host the 2024 World Charolais Congress

Purely Purebred, news from the September 2022 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

Seven Canadians participated in the 2022 World Charolais Congress in the United Kingdom. They invited delegates from the 12 attending countries to the 2024 World Congress being held in Canada.  Craig Scott (Canadian Charolais general manager) and Helge By of Regina, Sask., along with Darwin Rosso, Moose Jaw, Sask., attended the Charolais-Charbray International AGM where […] Read more


Brian Good, Angus fieldman, passes

Purely Purebred, news from the September 2022 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

Brian Good, Red Deer, Alta., the recently retired fieldman for the Canadian Angus Association, passed away on July 19 at the age of 68. Many beef industry people had informally bestowed the title of “Mr. Angus” upon him. We extend our condolences to his family and friends. Good had served Angus cattle producer for nearly […] Read more

Canadian Simmental Association board. Back row (l to r): Barclay Smith, Bill Biglieni, Ben Farrant, Byron John- son, Shane Williams. Front row (l to r): Jennie Mutch, Blair McIntosh, Randy Noble, Scott Matthews.

News from the Canadian Simmental Association

Purely Purebred, news from the September 2022 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

The 2022 Canadian Simmental Association National Convention took place from July 21 to 24, hosted by the Manitoba Simmental Association in Portage la Prairie, Man. During this annual event, participants had the opportunity to tour Comte Industries Ltd., Tuff Livestock Equipment, Prairie Cricket Farms, Divorne Farms Ltd. and Roquette Canada Ltd.  During this year’s convention, […] Read more


Condolences to Wilbur Stewart’s loved ones

Purely Purebred, news from the September 2022 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

We offer our condolences to the friends and family of Wilbur Stewart, Big Valley, Alta., who passed away June 4, 2022 at the age of 94. Stewart was a long-time Limousin cattle producer and pedigreed seed grower. Stewart served as a director on the provincial and national Limousin association boards. He was active with the […] Read more

New Cattlemen’s Young Leaders, TESA winners announced

NewsMakers from the September 2022 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

Nikki Olson farms with her husband, Tyler, and his family, just outside of Red Deer, Alta. She grew up on a mixed farm near Calgary and was an avid 4-H member for 10 years where she found success with public speaking, various beef projects, along with cooking and photography. While attending Olds College, she served […] Read more


Fed cattle prices hit six-year highs

Fed cattle prices hit six-year highs

The Markets with Deb McMillin, from the September 2022 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

Fed cattle It is not very often we see annual highs set for fed cattle in August! Fed cattle prices have traded the typical sluggish summer market for a contra-seasonal strong market driven by manageable supplies, smaller carcass weights and solid beef demand. The mid-August fed steer cash price was $177.41/cwt — not only the […] Read more

Mabel Hamilton slated for induction into Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame

Purely Purebred, news from the August 2022 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

The lasting legacy of four Canadian agricultural leaders will shine even brighter as they become the 2022 inductees into the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame. Among them is Mabel Hamilton, an ag education champion and respected beef industry leader. A teacher by training, Hamilton has made lasting contributions to the Canadian beef industry in more […] Read more


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