Rangeland Grazing Framework encourages leaseholders to invest in long-term infrastructure that supports stewardship
The framework is a significant step toward recognizing the importance of ranchers who manage crown rangeland, agriculture and irrigation minister Nate Horner said in a statement.Beef cattle
Anti-microbial resistance increases BRD challenge
Researcher hopes to better understand the spread of anti-microbial resistance to help improve management decisions
Dr. Emily Snyder, a researcher at the University of Saskatchewan’s Western College of Veterinary Medicine, is hoping her research will help address the issue.
U.S. ag department pays farmers to preserve grasslands
North of the border, the federal government subsidizes producers to plant cover crops and practise rotational grazing
Agriculture Canada has said the fund is designed to support farmers in adopting beneficial management practices that store carbon and reduce greenhouse gases.
Study finds no bovine leukemia virus link to beef fertility
A recent study published in the American Journal of Veterinary Research examined the relationship between BLV infection in beef cows and reproductive fertility.
Body position key to cattle handling
An understanding of body position relative to the animals called key to reducing pressure and keeping the situation calm
Lee Sinclair of Merck Animal Health said an understanding of body position relative to the animals is key to reducing pressure and keeping the situation calm.
Horses can play an important role in feedlots
Feedlot horses’ attitude, energy and disposition send important messages to cattle and make handling them much easier
Cattle will sense the confidence, or lack of it, within the horse and will alter their movements accordingly, says Dr. Tom Noffsinger, a veterinarian with Production Animal Consultation.Canfax report
This cattle market information is selected from the weekly report from Canfax, a division of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association. More market information, analysis and statistics are available by becoming a Canfax subscriber by calling 403-275-5110 or at www.canfax.ca. Fed market sizzles The western Canadian fed market has exceeded expectations as prices continue to set new […] Read more
Wildfires prompt state of emergency in Alta.
Wildfires continue to wreak havoc in central Alberta with a province-wide state of emergency in effect due to dozens of fires burning out of control and tens of thousands of residents forced out of their homes. At least 14 communities stretching mainly from Drayton Valley to Grande Prairie have been evacuated or were under an […] Read more
BLOG: Yes, the media is biased against livestock
In the last week of April, the United Nations released a major report on the benefits of consuming milk, eggs and meat. Experts with the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) looked at 500 scientific papers and 250 policy documents. After reviewing all the data and studies, they published a report with a clear and […] Read more
Speak up when necessary; it does result in change
Most members of the public today have only a rudimentary understanding of agriculture.
While efforts have been made to improve agriculture’s presence in the education system, much more must be done.
