An embattled British Columbia ostrich flock remains a significant risk to human health, an epidemiologist says.
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Embattled B.C. ostriches a human health risk says epidemiologist
Universal Ostrich Farm’s bid to save flock from CFIA cull has drawn international attention
Carney’s new green agenda
Experts suspect the new PM’s approach to the environment will be informed by his corporate roots
While some say Justin Trudeau’s government had a much more hands-on approach to environmental issues, appearing to favour deterrents over incentives, the Carney government’s strategy may be more restrained and integrated with its economic agenda.
Saskatchewan producers say bovine TB compensation inadequate
News Roundup from the June 2025 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Glacier FarmMedia – Efforts to trace the bovine tuberculosis case discovered last fall have put several farms in quarantine and under financial pressure. The positive test found on a Saskatchewan cow at slaughter on November 29, 2024, brought with it numerous ramifications as a result of Canada’s tracing policies to ensure continued trade under international […] Read more
Trump tariffs may remain in effect while appeals proceed, US appeals court rules
A decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in Washington, D.C. means Trump may continue to enforce, for now, his "Liberation Day" tariffs on imports from most U.S. trading partners, as well as a separate set of tariffs levied on Canada, China and Mexico.
U.S. immigration officials raid meat production plant in Omaha, dozens detained
An immigration raid on Tuesday at a meat production plant in Omaha, Nebraska was the "largest worksite enforcement operation" in the state during the Trump presidency, the U.S. Homeland Security Department said.
CFIA awards contract for long-awaited foot-and-mouth vaccine bank
The federal government has awarded contracts to vaccine makers in a step toward the creation of a long-awaited foot-and-mouth disease vaccine bank.
Olymel to expand Quebec sausage plant, shutter two sites
Meat processor Olymel will expand its sausage production facility in Trois-Rivières and will shut down two other Quebec locations the company announced Tuesday.
Deere must face FTC’s antitrust lawsuit over repair costs, US judge rules
Suite alleges Deere violated U.S. antitrust laws by controlling too tightly where and how farmers could repair equipment
Agriculture equipment giant Deere must face a lawsuit by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission accusing the company of forcing farmers to use its authorized dealer network and driving up their costs for parts and repairs, a U.S. judge has ruled.
Canadian Wheat Research Coalition funds AAFC variety development
The Canadian Wheat Research Coalition has pledged nearly $20 million in funding for wheat variety development over the next three years.
Condolences to Bud McBride’s loved ones on his passing
Purely Purebred, news from the June 2025 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
John “Bud” McBride passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025, at the age of 96. McBride was born to humble beginnings on July 20, 1928, in a granary converted into a family home on a section of land south of Benalto, Alta. He was the oldest of five children of Jack and Lillian McBride and […] Read more
Canadian Cattlemen Presents: Depth of Field
