The University of Saskatchewan will be receiving government funding to build two new facilities to support research on beef genetics.
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Saskatchewan cattle producers face another dry year
Sask. cattle producers are facing another dry year, causing concerns they may have to downsize their herds
Jeff Yorga’s ranch is now experiencing its ninth year of drought, and the president of the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association said there are many others facing similar conditions.
Feeder cattle market follows fed prices higher
Pressure on the cattle market is expected during August and September, which would weigh on the feeder cattle market
Western Canadian feeder cattle markets were relatively unchanged for the week ending June 13, compared to seven days earlier.
Canfax Cattle Market Report – June 19, 2025
After weeks of record-high prices, the fed market in Western Canada is beginning to level off.
The Western Producer Livestock Report: June 19
Get the latest Western Producer Livestock Report for June 19, 2025. See US hog prices, bison & lamb market data and sales insights.
Bovine tuberculosis found in Manitoba
A dairy farm in south-central Manitoba has been declared infected with bovine tuberculosis, the province’s first bovine TB case in years
A dairy farm in south-central Manitoba has been declared infected with bovine tuberculosis after samples from a cow tested positive for the bacterial disease. It’s the province’s first bovine TB case in years.
Maple Leaf Foods spin off approved
Shareholders voted in favour of Canada Packers Inc., which will cover the food company’s pork operations
Maple Leaf Foods shareholders approved with an overwhelming majority the food processing company’s plan to spin off its pork operations to Canada Packers Inc.
Pig peptide discovered to boost disease immunity
A naturally ocurring peptide could help breed better disease resistance or lead to new antibiotic alternatives in pork production
A natural peptide in pigs could help breed better disease resistance or lead to new antibiotic alternatives in pork production
New Zealand startup promises methane vaccine for cattle
New Zealand company in running for investment in emission-reducing treatment for livestock
A New Zealand biotech startup says it has a vaccine that can dramatically lower methane emissions from livestock.
Process begins to update pig welfare codes of practice
The National Farmed Animal Care Council code process requires a review every five years and updating every 10 years to remain relevant.
