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Charlebois suggests marrying beef with foods that are growing in popularity.

Flipping the script on environment and nutrition

Two experts discuss public perceptions and misinformation around beef production, and what the industry can do about it

By Piper Whelan January 24, 2020

Environmental impact and nutrition are two major public trust issues facing beef production, with misconceptions and false information widely promoted. An expert in each field spoke at the 2019 Alberta Beef Industry Conference about opportunities for the Canadian beef industry in these challenges. Environment Dr. Frank Mitloehner knows well how animal rights activists cite climate […] Read more

File Photo. Personal food choices are coming under more scrutiny. Meat eaters came under fire from environmentalists in 2019. People struggling with weight could be the next targets after a study suggesting that overeating and obesity produce 20 per cent more greenhouse gas emissions than other eating patterns.

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Is weight shaming going to be a thing? Let’s hope not

By Dr. Sylvain Charlebois January 7, 2020

Move over flight shaming, we may see environmentalists target a new group of individuals: Overeaters. Yes, overeating could potentially become the next shaming target. For months now, many have taken to social media to spread their concerns about choices made when travelling. Some means to travel, especially the plane, have been targeted by environmentalists, using […] Read more

News, News Roundup

Species at Risk Partnerships get thumbs up from Saskatchewan participants

Environment: News Roundup from the December 2019 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

By Canadian Cattlemen Staff December 10, 2019

As the Species at Risk Partnerships on Agricultural Lands (SARPAL) program draws to a close, interviews with participating producers are revealing tremendous support for the initiative. SARPAL is a voluntary, producer-driven program that conserves wildlife habitat in several provinces and is delivered by local organizations. The program, funded by Environment and Climate Change Canada, is […] Read more

From left to right: Hugh Vandersteen, Jeff Smith and James Bekkering of Deer Creek Livestock Co.

Beef Cattle, News

Deer Creek Livestock honoured with Alberta Beef Environmental Stewardship Award

By Alberta Beef Producers December 10, 2019

Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) recently presented Deer Creek Livestock Co. with the 2020 Environmental Stewardship Award at the ABP Annual General Meeting. Each year, ABP recognizes a cattle operation that demonstrates leadership in environmental stewardship – one that contributes to the land while improving productivity and profitability. Since the 1900s, cattle ranching has been part […] Read more

Soil samples taken from sites on two neighbouring quarters. The sample on the left has been grazed regeneratively for 12 years.

Features, Livestock

Regenerative agriculture as a tool to help limit climate change

From the Ground Up with Steve Kenyon

By Steve Kenyon December 3, 2019

There sure seems to be a lot of hype about climate change lately. I’m not a scientist but as a producer, a change in weather can affect my business a great deal. The big push seems to be about reducing emissions and removing carbon from the atmosphere. Everyone is blaming everyone else about putting too […] Read more

The Cliftons’ herd includes Salers, Angus and Hereford genetics.

Beef Cattle, Features

2019 TESA winners are here for the long run

Clifton Ranch is working to make their operation more efficient while using cattle to maintain the health of their valley

By Piper Whelan November 22, 2019

Sustainable management projects introduced on the Clifton Ranch aren’t quick fixes. These efforts take time and are meant to create lasting benefits. Given the importance the Clifton family places on caring for the grasslands and running an efficient, profitable beef operation, it’s time well spent. After being chosen by the British Columbia Cattlemen’s Association (BCCA) […] Read more

Features, Livestock

Kenyon: A recipe for regenerative agriculture

From the Ground Up with Steve Kenyon

By Steve Kenyon November 8, 2019

My wife is a great cook. She can whip up a fantastic meal out of just about anything. I am truly blessed. But we never have the same meal twice. She will be the first to tell you that she does not follow a recipe. Even if she tries to make the same meal, it […] Read more

Off-site watering systems help provide cleaner water, which in turn provides higher weight gains.

Forages, Livestock

Putting beavers to work with the aim for more weight gain

Abundant clean water means more pounds of beef, and an Alberta project demonstrates how beavers can help provide it

By Jeff Melchior October 29, 2019

Ask many farmers or ranchers if they like having beavers on their land and you may have to wait a moment as they finish choking on their coffee. You may then be on the receiving end of a tirade about what a headache it was to clean up a flooded access road or clear a […] Read more

Researchers are studying what might happen if livestock were removed from the landscape.

Livestock, News

Research solidifies cattle’s role in soil health

British scientist argues that higher stocking rates and uniform distribution of animals lead to better soil structure

By Barbara Duckworth July 31, 2019

Glacier FarmMedia – Long-term grasslands studies have made researchers like Taro Takahashi a believer in the environmental value of livestock and grazing. Takahashi is a research scientist whose work at Rothamsted Research in Hertfordshire, England, includes a life-cycle assessment of pasture-based cattle production systems. Rothamsted Research is one of the oldest agriculture research institutions in […] Read more

Dr. Calvin Booker has been involved with Feedlot Management Service’s carbon offset projects since the company first explored the programs in 2009.

Features, Livestock

Carbon offset projects may provide financial opportunities

There are two types of carbon market structures

By Piper Whelan June 17, 2019

Opportunities are emerging for beef producers to benefit from carbon dioxide emission offset markets at both the cow-calf and feeder levels. Agricultural emission offset projects are attractive to companies required to purchase emission offsets and those voluntarily making a positive environmental impact. The added benefits of these projects, a result of sustainable production practices, are […] Read more

U.S. livestock: Cattle futures rise as Cattle on Feed report shows lower inventory

Canadian cattle herd sees first year-over-year increase since 2021

U.S. grains: Soybeans extend gains to two-month peak; corn and wheat choppy

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U.S. livestock: Cattle futures rise as Cattle on Feed report shows lower inventory

Canadian cattle herd sees first year-over-year increase since 2021

U.S. grains: Soybeans extend gains to two-month peak; corn and wheat choppy

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Flipping the script on environment and nutrition

Is weight shaming going to be a thing? Let’s hope not

Species at Risk Partnerships get thumbs up from Saskatchewan participants

Deer Creek Livestock honoured with Alberta Beef Environmental Stewardship Award

Regenerative agriculture as a tool to help limit climate change

2019 TESA winners are here for the long run

Kenyon: A recipe for regenerative agriculture

Putting beavers to work with the aim for more weight gain

Research solidifies cattle’s role in soil health

Carbon offset projects may provide financial opportunities

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