
Purely Purebred
Cattle shows on deck this summer
Purely Purebred, news from the June 2025 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Canadian National Junior Gelbvieh ShowThe Canadian National Junior Gelbvieh Show is July 24-26 in Swift Current, Sask. Juniors of all ages and skill levels are welcome to experience the show and activities hosted by the Canadian Junior Gelbvieh board and their parent advisors. Watch for the Summer Gelbvieh Guide, which will have more details, or […] Read more

Junior Beef Cattle Jackpot Show comes to Ag in Motion
In news you will only find here, the 2025 Ag in Motion Junior Beef Cattle Jackpot Show is a go for July 15. This inaugural event will be on the first day of the three-day Ag in Motion show at Langham, Sask. Classes include market steers, heifers, cow-calf pairs and bulls, with Baxter Blair judging […] Read more

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 Western Agribition board election results
Purely Purebred, news from the May 2025 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Canadian Western Agribition held its 54th annual general meeting on April 9 at the Turvey Centre in Regina. During the AGM, CWA president Michael Latimer and CEO Shaun Kindopp updated attendees on the highlights and financial results from 2024 and discussed plans for the 2025 show. CWA members also elected the 2025-26 board of directors. […] Read more

Young Hereford breeders chosen to represent Canada
Purely Purebred, news from the May 2025 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
The Canadian Hereford Association is excited to announce the two teams chosen to represent Canada at the World Hereford Conference Young Breeder Competition in Kansas City, Missouri, this October. The first team, Team Red, includes Megan Nicholas, Brandon Fraser, Daniel Schuepbach and Emma Cross. The second team, Team White, consists of Codee Kopelchuk, Emma Lees, […] Read more

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

Barry and Elaine Ducherer receive Speckle Park Lifetime Achievement award
Purely Purebred, news from the May 2025 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Congratulations to Barry and Elaine Ducherer of River Hill Farm at Neilburg, Sask., on winning the 2024 Canadian Speckle Park Association Lifetime Achievement Award. This award recognizes individuals who have made exceptional and lasting contributions to the Speckle Park breed and the broader cattle industry. Barry and Elaine’s tireless dedication, innovative breeding practices and unwavering […] Read more

Condolences to Sheila Smart’s loved ones on her passing
Purely Purebred, news from the May 2025 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
Sheila Marie (nee Osborne) Smart of Smart Limousin at Meaford, Ont., passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, at Chapman House with family by her side after a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 59. Smart’s warmth and kindness and her passion as a volunteer in the Limousin breed will always be remembered. […] Read more
Join Canadian Simmental breeders in Colombia this summer
Purely Purebred, news from the May 2025 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
For anybody looking for an opportunity to promote their Canadian Simmental genetics abroad this summer, check out the fourth American Simmental Congress in Colombia. The Congress is scheduled to run from July 20-24, 2025. The action-packed week-long event will include world-class speakers, World Simmental and American Simmental board meetings, cattle shows and farm tours. This […] Read more

Brian and Lavonne Bouchard awarded Simmental Hall of Fame award
Purely Purebred, news from the April 2025 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
The Canadian Simmental Association would like to congratulate Brian and Lavonne Bouchard on receiving the 2024 Hall of Fame Award. The association thanks the Bouchards for all they have done for the Simmental breed.