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All producers raising beef or dairy cattle between 2003 and 2005 would be eligible for a share of the award if the suit is successful.
Beef Cattle, News, News Roundup

BSE class-action suit takes another step

Legal: News Roundup from the June 2018 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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The BSE class-action lawsuit against the federal government launched on behalf of producers that was moving toward a possible trial date last fall is still moving through the courts. Duncan Boswell, a senior partner with Gowling WLG in Toronto, says an amended litigation plan was approved by the court on April 30 and offers hope […] Read more
The cover of the June 1938 inaugural issue of Canadian Cattlemen magazine.
Comment, News

Comment: A short look back on turning 80

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Our June 2018 issue marks the 80th anniversary of Canadian Cattlemen, which first appeared as a “souvenir” issue published by the Western Stock Growers Association (WSGA) in June 1938. To honour the occasion I decided to take another look back through that first issue to gain some perspective on how things have changed in the […] Read more
Forages, News, News Roundup

To tackle a plant pathogen, get the ID right first

Forages: News Roundup from the May 2018 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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With more advanced equipment and technology, experts like Dr. Sarah Hambleton from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) continue to refine our understanding of different plants and fungi. A recent case in point occurred when Hambleton, whose specialty is identifying fungi, and in particular rust, was sent a sample of contaminated switchgrass from Ontario to identify […] Read more
A drug initially developed to help treat BRD has been shown to reduce pain from foot rot.
Livestock, News, News Roundup

New drug targets pain from foot rot in cattle

Health: News Roundup from the May 2018 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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A new topical drug promising pain relief from a specific ailment affecting cattle is now available in Canada. Banamine transdermal, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) produced by Merck Animal Health, was released at the end of January. This pour-on product, with flunixin meglumine as the active ingredient, is used to reduce fever related to bovine […] Read more
CAA senior director of business development BC/AB Brian Good presents the 50-year CAA Heritage Award to Doug Munton (r) of Benchmark Angus.

Beef Cattle, News, Purely Purebred

Canadian Angus Association honours Munton family of Alberta

Purely Purebred with Mike Millar: News about you from the May 2018 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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You can buy CCIA-approved RFID tags for your Angus-influenced cattle from the Canadian Angus Association. The Canadian Green Angus Tag Program is the largest branded tag program in the world. The tags visually and electronically identify the cattle as containing a minimum 50 per cent Angus genetics. As a Canadian Angus tag user you are […] Read more
Beef Watch: Canadian cattle herd remains steady, demand keeps prices firm
Beef Cattle, Beef Watch, News

Beef Watch: Canadian cattle herd remains steady, demand keeps prices firm

Prepared by the staff of Canfax and Canfax Research Services, divisions of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association

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The Canadian cattle herd continued to be steady, but reduced feeder exports in 2017 was supportive to domestic beef production. Strong demand, especially from the global market, kept beef and cattle prices firm despite increased production. While the cattle market continued to be strong at the beginning of 2018, larger on-feed inventories and increasing feed […] Read more
CCA Report: A time of renewal
CCA reports, News

CCA Report: A time of renewal

From the May 2018 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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Calving is always a hectic time for producers, with round-the-clock care required no matter the weather, and one that finishes with a sense of reward and renewal. The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) has undergone a renewal of sorts over the past few months as well, with new directors elected to the board and the addition […] Read more
News, Newsmakers

Haywood-Farmer acclaimed CCA president

NewsMakers from the May 2018 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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At the March annual meeting of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association in Ottawa David Haywood-Farmer of British Columbia was acclaimed president replacing Dan Darling from Ontario. Nanton, Alta.       Cow-calf and feedlot operator Bob Lowe was elected vice-president of the national cattle organization, and next in line for the top job. Lowe served as […] Read more
Shortages of Vitamin A and E will have an impact on calf survival and breeding season this year.
Livestock, News, News Roundup

Livestock industry faces trouble ahead from vitamin shortage

Health: News Roundup from the May 2018 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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My all-time favourite TV show remains the 1990s comedy “Home Improvement,” and my favourite actor: Tim “The Toolman” Taylor (Tim Allen). Since the show aired three decades ago, I have crossed paths with remakes of every character in racehorse barns, in feed alleys, at stock shows across Canada, and in western Canadian branding corrals. I’ve […] Read more
When Canadian attitudes toward the food supply are tracked, 46 per cent are concerned about drug residues in meat.
News, Vet advice

Public trust is a ticket forward for the food industry

Vet Advice with Dr. Ron Clarke

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The economic, social and political environment around agriculture has changed. The public, particularly consumers, have influenced the landscape of food production in ways never before recognized. The closer an industry sector’s shift is toward the supermarket meat counter and grocery shelves, the more advanced is the call toward public reckoning about matters involving the food […] Read more

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