Connecting data to the cloud rather than to on-site computers helps producers increase the speed of data interpretation
DeLaval has launched its Plus Behavior Analysis tool, designed to monitor cow behaviour and herd health. The company’s North American business development manager, Sjenk Van Soelen, said the most significant enhancement is the near real-time nature of DeLaval Plus monitoring abilities. Newly developed ear tags send updates to the barn computer and onto the DeLaval […] Read moreBeef cattle
Microbiome helps understand bovine respiratory disease
It’s approaching the time of year when most beef calves in Western Canada are weaned and sold. Many calves travel to feed yards via auction markets and one of the major disease risks associated with the stresses of weaning, mixing and transportation is the syndrome known as bovine respiratory disease. BRD is the most common […] Read more
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 prices stable Since late July, western Canadian fed cattle prices have been stuck in a $5 […] Read more
Beef imports from Europe and U.K. on the decline
Canada still has a trade deficit in beef with Europe, but it is getting smaller. Trade data from Statistics Canada for the first seven months of 2023 shows that Canada exported $16.3 million worth of beef to the EU. That’s up from $12.2 million in the same period in 2022. Meanwhile, the EU exported $44 […] Read more
Coal mining fears resurface on Eastern Slopes
Company attempts to gain approval from Alberta Energy Regulator to begin drilling and exploration at Grassy Mountain
A company’s bid to start coal exploration at Grassy Mountain in Alberta’s Eastern Slopes has raised fears the initiative will renew a wider push for open-pit coal mining. It makes no sense to conduct coal mining that could potentially contaminate water used by farmers, ranchers and irrigation across southern Alberta, said High River mayor Craig […] Read more
Canadian beef, hog herd cuts expected
REUTERS — A report issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service in Ottawa sees Canadian cattle and hog herds contracting next year. “The Canadian cattle herd is forecast to sustain the long-term trend of contraction in 2024,” it said. “Drought impacts will see cow and heifer slaughter increase proportionally to herd size […] Read more
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 prices steady Light Alberta cash trade developed ahead of the day for Truth and Reconciliation, with […] Read more
Reconnecting a First Nations community to agriculture
Snow swirls outside the doors at Canadian Western Agribition in Regina, Sask., as winter falls on the city in November of 2022. However, the fluffy flakes that fill the streets don’t deter the crowds. All around are cowboy hats and worn-out baseball caps, a sign of defiance against the bitter cold and snow-heavy clouds. Terry […] Read more
Non-tariff trade barriers should keep Britain out of CPTPP
Some things you let slide. And some things you just can’t let slip by. When it comes to the safety and quality of Canada’s food products and system, there is no way Canada should allow the United Kingdom to play sleazy games with access to the British market if it wants to join the Comprehensive […] Read more
Feds say U.K. market access work continues
The federal government said it continues to work on technical issues that keep Canadian beef and pork out of the United Kingdom. In an emailed statement, Agriculture Canada said bilateral discussions are taking place even as members of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership welcome the U.K. as the 12th member. Earlier this […] Read more
