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New Cattle Young Leaders, Cross awarded honorary degree for veterinary medicine, education
NewsMakers from the September 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Canadian Cattle Young Leaders Russell Gallelli lives west of Crossfield, Alta., on a fourth-generation family farm, where they raise purebred Charolais and red Angus-Charolais-cross commercial cattle. His passion for cattle started when he was very young, helping his parents run their herd, being actively involved with 4-H and showing cattle. Showing cattle has continued with […] Read more

News from the Simmental desk
Purely Purebred, news from the August 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
The Canadian Simmental Association Convention and AGM, along with the Friends of the Canadian Simmental Foundation fundraising auction, took place August 3-6, 2023, in Ancaster, Ont. The Young Canadian Simmental Association National Classic junior show will be held jointly. New for this year, members will have the option of using an online ballot. Watch for […] Read more
Canadian Angus Association convention highlights
Purely Purebred, news from the August 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
More than 200 Angus enthusiasts gathered in Saskatoon, Sask., June 8 through 10 for the Canadian Angus Association National Convention and AGM. The board includes Tom deWaal of Prince George, B.C., as president; Ronnie Ford of Oyster Bed, P.E.I., as president-elect; Graham McLean of Watford, Ont., as past president. Rounding out the board are Blake […] Read more
News from the Canadian Charolais Association
Purely Purebred, news from the August 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
The Canadian Charolais Association held its annual meeting on June 9 in Innisfail, Alta. Shawn Airey of Rivers, Man., was elected president, with Ryan Nesbitt of Nestleton, Ont., as first vice-president. Josh Taylor of Dunford, Ont., is the second vice-president. The rest of the board comprises Kasey Phillips of Waskatenau, Alta.; Rod McLeod of Cochrane, […] Read more

Calgary hosts Beef Improvement Federation
Purely Purebred, news from the August 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
In early July, the Beef Improvement Federation held their 55th Annual Research Symposium and Convention in Calgary, Alta. The last time it was held in Canada was back in 2008 and this year, 356 attendees came from Canada, U.S., Australia, New Zealand, Austria, Northern Ireland, Finland and the UK. The organizing committee had their work […] Read more

Mike’s view of climate-related financial disclosure standards
Purely Purebred, news from the August 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
As you know I enjoy reporting on news from across Canada for Purely Purebred and visiting with producers any chance I get. As a cattleman myself, I am in the role of being able to wear two hats (so to speak) — one as a member of the Canadian beef industry and also as a […] Read more
Passings and condolences of note
Purely Purebred, news from the August 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Tim Bullick, Charolais breeder, dies in farm accident We were saddened to hear that Tim Bullick, 64, Alix, Alta., perished in an accident while out fencing on May 20, 2023. Bullick was well-known in Charolais and beef cattle circles. He and his son Tyler were part owners of both the Grand Champion Charolais Bull and […] Read more

Condolences to the family and friends of Gary Anderson
Purely Purebred, news from the June 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Gary Anderson was a husband, father, grandfather, uncle, mentor and friend. He was quick to offer advice or tell a joke and he understood the value of giving back. He had a unique ability to recognize the strengths in those around him. He was always coming up with lessons and challenges for his kids and […] Read more

News from the Charolais association
Purely Purebred, news from the June 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Congratulations to Kelly and Julie-Anne Howe and family of Howe Coulee Charolais, located south of Moose Jaw, Sask. They were honoured as the Farm Business of the Year and received the Moose Jaw Business Excellence award from the local chamber of commerce. In other news, Canadian Charolais bull sales posted record highs for gross, average […] Read more
Davidson Gelbvieh and Lonesome Dove Ranch Sales results
Purely Purebred, news from the June 2023 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Davidson Gelbvieh (Vernon and Eileen Davidson) and Lonesome Dove Ranch (Ross and Tara Davidson and family) hosted their 34th annual bull sale on the ranch near Ponteix, Sask., on March 3, 2023. Sale day brought forth many buyers in person and online to view a solid group of eye-appealing bulls. Bulls sold to many repeat […] Read more