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Livestock Management — page 3
Feeder market rally stalls on softer fed cattle market
Market-ready fed cattle supplies will make a seasonal high in Western Canada in June, which may weigh on the fed market
For the week ending June 21, Western Canadian feeder cattle prices were unchanged to $10 lower on average compared to seven days earlier.
Reintroducing fire to pastures can have benefits
Researchers and land managers say prescribed burns can be effective at revitalizing native grasslands when done right
There are many benefits to using fire to manage grasslands. Not only is it a way to push back unwanted vegetation, but it also benefits forage quality.
Immigration raid on U.S. meat plant raises alarm
Facility operates with skeleton staff, prompting worries about disruptions to the country’s food production
U.S. agents detained workers at a meat plant in an immigration raid last week, slashing the output of products it sells to grocery stores and restaurants.
Saskatchewan considers AgriRecovery request in bovine tuberculosis case
The move by Sask. would help producers with the cost of cleaning and disinfection after the disease is found on their farms
Saskatchewan may ask to trigger AgriRecovery for producers affected by bovine tuberculosis.
Importance placed on cow herd size questioned
Some in the cattle sector don’t think policy should focus on expanding herd; others say fewer cows limit check-off revenue
The number of cows in the provincial herd is not necessarily the best measure of a successful industry, yet that is the focus of public policy, says the Sask. Stock Growers Assoc.
Bison sector deepens Canadian Indigenous ties
The Canadian Bison Association and National Circle of Indigenous Agriculture and Food have plans to work together to share knowledge about bison industry and empower Indigenous bison ranchers.
Bison have a special spiritual significance for Indigenous people. Buffalo are considered relatives. They provide all essential resources: food, clothing, shelter and tools.
Blue-green algae toxicity can cause sudden death in cattle
Water quality is an important issue when the temperatures start to rise. Work closely with your vet to diagnose the cause of any sudden death cases.
Sustainable beef faces supply crunch
Producer involvement in Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef program slows, even as certified demand increases
In the more than 10 years since the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef was established, it has made progress but also run into challenges.
Post-drought pasture management called vital
Knowing how perennial plants function can help producers make better management decisions, especially following a drought
Pasture management is always important, but it is especially important following a drought.
