Livestock Management
The Saskatchewan Stock Grower’s Association has been looking into the value of using canola meal pellets as supplementary feed for cattle on mature or low-quality forage. The SSGA is working with producers who operate two herds of 50 animals each. “One half will be supplemented partially two and a half pounds per animal every second […] Read more
Livestock Management
Project examines forage, methane connections
A four-year study to identify cattle forages that can withstand conditions like the intense drought of 2021, while also accounting for the potential effects of climate change, is underway through the University of Saskatchewan. “The agriculture industry is always under increasing scrutiny from consumers to be more environmentally sustainable,” said master’s student Megan Wasden. “So […] Read more
Open season on farm fires
Hunting season is underway across the Prairies but the effects of this year’s drought have filtered into the fall pastime. Saskatchewan has announced a fire ban across large parts of the central portion of the province and issued a statement specifically warning hunters to be especially vigilant. “With hunting season comes more human activity and, […] Read more
Collections planned for unused medications
Cleanfarms and the Canadian Animal Health Institute are rolling out their annual collection events for farmers with unwanted agricultural pesticides and old livestock or equine medications. This includes items used in rearing livestock, poultry or horses in an agricultural context, and are identified with a DIN number, serial number, notification number or pest control product […] Read more
Walmart plans sustainable beef move
Walmart plans to buy 1.5 million pounds of sustainable beef from Canadian ranchers. The retail giant announced Oct. 7 that it will purchase the beef over the next calendar year as part of its sustainability program. “We’re immensely proud of what this… signifies to the industry and the impact it will have for our farmers […] Read more
ABP check-off refunds jeopardize work
Alberta Beef Producers is facing tough decisions about its future as an advocate for ranchers and farmers because of checkoff refunds. The organization refunds almost half the check-off dollars collected from producers. “It’s having a tremendous effect on us,” said chair Melanie Wowk. If the situation continues to worsen, “we’re going to have to do […] Read more
McDonald’s targets net zero emissions by 2050, from meat to energy
NEW YORK, Oct 4 (Reuters) – McDonald’s Corp on Monday set a new target to cut global greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050, from the beef in its burgers to the light bulbs in its restaurants. The burger chain also said it was working with the nonprofit Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to […] Read more
COOL may reappear in Congress
A bi-partisan effort by senators in the United States may see a return of country-of-origin labelling for beef products. A draft bill is making its way through the U.S. Congress and is expected to hit the floor for a vote in the coming weeks. The head of U.S. beef industry lobby group R-Calf, Bill Bullard, […] Read more
U of S launches forage expert search
The new research position will connect several disciplines, including soils, plants, animals, economics and ecosystems
The international search is on to fill a new Beef Industry Integrated Forage Management and Utilization Chair at the University of Saskatchewan. The long-awaited professorship is expected to be filled by next year’s growing season and will connect several disciplines at the university. The study of soils, plants, animals, economics and ecosystems will focus on […] Read more
Feedlot food waste management finds positive reaction
Skewed information about raising cattle and their impact on the environment has been circulating the world for a long time. But recently, the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association conducted a large research project to counter that negativity. “Our aim is to increase public trust in Canadian beef production,” said Amie Peck, stakeholder engagement manager with the Canadian […] Read more
