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Graham McLean.
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Condolences to Graham McLean’s loved ones

Purely Purebred, news from the December 2024 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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We were sad to learn that Graham “Cheeser” McLean passed away on October 16 at the age of 59 after a brief battle with cancer.  McLean was an outgoing and friendly guy. Whenever he met someone new, he always wanted to know where they were from, who they were related to and if somehow he […] Read more
Clockwise from upper left: DMM Snapback 13L, Boss Lake Ms Donna 273K, Ty-D/Das Ca$H 111K, Black Gold Ms Hayleigh 213K.
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Olds Fall Classic cattle exhibition hits new high

Purely Purebred, news from the November 2024 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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The Olds Regional Exhibition hosted the largest Fall Classic in its history from October 3-6, 2024. With over 450 head of cattle and 114 exhibitors from across Western Canada, the event exceeded all expectations and solidified its place as a premier showcase for cattle producers in the region.  The Stars of Tomorrow Jackpot Show drew […] Read more
Gilchrist Farms receives Canadian Commitment to Excellence Award
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Gilchrist Farms receives Canadian Commitment to Excellence Award

Purely Purebred, news from the November 2024 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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In the cattle world, it’s a story often heard: one Angus cow changed the trajectory of a herd and the family business.  Brad Gilchrist knew the commercial cattle side well, as the four generations before him built the family’s operation near Lucknow, Ont. However, a twist of fate took Gilchrist Farms from a commercial cow-calf […] Read more
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Gelbvieh and Charolais group news

Purely Purebred, news from the November 2024 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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Gelbvieh association news The Canadian Gelbvieh Association hosted its national show at Farmfair International in Edmonton on November 7. As well, the Manitoba/Saskatchewan Gelbvieh Association will have a booth at Canadian Western Agribition in Regina from November 25-30.  Check out the Fall 2024 Gelbvieh Guide online, which focuses on crossbreeding and sustainability. Follow us on […] Read more
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Hereford association awards scholarships

Purely Purebred, news from the October 2024 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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The Keith Gilmore Foundation and Canadian Junior Hereford Association recently awarded four “Future of the Breed” scholarships. Recipients include Brooklyn Van Sickle, Jack Raymond, Jane Stafford and Jeanathan Cheremshynski.  Brooklyn Van Sickle lives with her family on a ranch west of Bowden, Alta. where they breed and calve roughly 200 head of purebred Hereford females […] Read more
Doug Haughton’s award-winning entry in the B.C. Ag Expo carcass class.
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‘John Deere Doug’ wins beef carcass class

Purely Purebred, news from the October 2024 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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Congratulations to my good friend Doug Haughton, or as most people know him, “John Deere Doug.” Haughton won the Grand Champion Beef Carcass class award at the B.C. Ag Expo. This show was held Sept. 20–23, in Barriere, B.C., with a full gamut of classes including live cattle, sheep, goat, horse and numerous 4-H events. […] Read more
Grand Champion Showperson Rebecca Hess.
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Limousin association news

Purely Purebred, news from the October 2024 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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Ray and Stacie Stanton received the Margaret Madgett Breeder of the Year Award from the Ontario Limousin Association. The Stantons operate Hillside Farm at King City and New Liskeard, Ont. Stanton began breeding Limousin cattle in 1978 with his father, Cliff. He currently chairs the board for the Royal Winter Fair. His leadership and direction […] Read more
Grand Aggregate winners at the Canadian Junior Angus Showdown.
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Canadian Junior Angus Showdown news

Purely Purebred, news from the October 2024 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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Congratulations to the Grand Aggregate winners at Canadian Junior Angus Showdown 2024. The Junior Grand Champion was Emily Honey and reserve was Jordyn Petherick. Kasey Adams was Intermediate Grand Champion and Riley Chowen the reserve. The Senior Grand Champion was Baxter Blair and Reserve Champion Keely Adams.
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Charolais scholarship deadline approaches 

Scholarship deadline Oct. 31

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Are you involved in agriculture and enrolled in a post-secondary education program? Do you or your family use Charolais bulls? Or do you know someone who meets that criteria?  The Canadian Charolais Association offers scholarships to those involved with the breed whether it be a purebred breeder, commercial cattle producer or feedlot operator. Submit your […] Read more
The Mapletoft family (Little Pipe Stone Ranch) being inducted into the Canadian Simmental Association Hall of Fame.
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World Simmental Federation Congress huge success

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The Canadian Simmental Association recently hosted Simmental breeders from around the world at several venues in Calgary and central Alberta. The week began with council meetings, technical presentations and panel discussions, and a Simmental sale at the Bohrson Marketing facility that over 1,000 people attended.  During the congress, the 2024 Young Canadian Simmental Association National […] Read more

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