U of A researchers determine that adopting adaptive multi-paddock grazing improves water infiltration in grassland soil
Over the past five years, a group of scientists at the University of Alberta conducted a research study to better understand how rotational adaptive grazing management across Western Canada influences environmental processes. They have demonstrated that adaptive grazing improves soil water infiltration in temperate grasslands compared to conventional grazing practices. In a published paper, the […] Read moreLivestock Management — page 183
Study suggests ways to reduce beef emissions
A recent study by researchers at Colorado State University looked at different strategies for reducing greenhouse gasses emitted during beef production. Researchers found the industry could achieve a 50 percent reduction in certain regions by enhancing some ranch management practices. However, in regions where GHG emission reduction practices are already in place, the gains are […] Read more
Cow-calf operations can improve biosecurity practices
COVID-19 restrictions are being relaxed. We have all learned great lessons and it will be interesting to see what biosecurity measures stand the test of time. From masks used in some situations, to workers and patrons protected in restaurants by plexiglass, these are all good measures for any communicable diseases. Recently, a research article has […] Read more
Greenfeed and silage needed in Manitoba
There’s an abundance of poor-looking crops across Manitoba this summer. Many cereal and oilseed crops are short with thin stands and low yield potential because of a drought that stretches back to the fall of 2019. That problem, though, represents an opportunity to help livestock producers in the province who are facing a shortfall of […] Read more
Sask. finds first anthrax since 2019
Anthrax has killed at least one sheep and possibly four others in a flock east of Regina. The provincial agriculture ministry confirmed the cause of death in a July 8 news release. The affected farm is in the Rural Municipality of South Qu’Appelle, which includes the communities of McLean, Qu’Appelle, Edgeley and Avonhurst. Chief veterinarian […] Read more
Cattle head to auction markets as Manitoba pastures dry up
The Ashern Auction Mart doesn’t normally hold sales in the summer. That’s because cows and calves are on pasture and producers don’t have a need to market their cattle. But in early July, the auction market, about 180 kilometres north of Winnipeg, held a sale “due to the drought,” its website says. On July 7, […] Read more
Study finds significant beef payoff
New report says it is difficult to measure the economic significance of the sector by just looking at farm cash receipts
A recent study shows beef production in Canada contributes more to the overall economy than is shown by traditional measures such as farm cash receipts. The recent Economic Impacts of Livestock Production in Canada – A Regional Multiplier Analysis, funded by the Beef Cattle Research Council, confirmed the beef sector continues to be a significant […] Read more
Sask. research monitors sulfate levels in dugouts
University of Regina researcher Kerri Finlay has received $279,125 in grant money from Saskatchewan’s Agriculture Development Fund for research into sulfate in dugouts. Finlay received the grant in January, and has started preliminary research with her team by sampling 30 different dugouts across Saskatchewan and monitoring their sulfate levels. “We found that there are a […] Read more
Steps taken to mitigate disease emergencies
Diseases and pandemics can and do happen swiftly and with limited warning. Recent history has confirmed this, along with hard lessons on appropriate response, communication and organization. “The human pandemic we’re going through has taught all of us about the severity, emergence and spread of disease. It can have a profound effect and be tough […] Read more
Butting heads – photo essay
Photo Essay | Bulls square off at the Earl-Mason ranch southwest of High River, Alta. One of them eventually had to make a run for it. | Mike Sturk photos
Bulls square off at the Earl-Mason ranch southwest of High River, Alta. One of them eventually had to make a run for it. | Mike Sturk photos
