Livestock Management
The swine influenza virus is known for its ability to morph into new strains, which is why it’s difficult to develop vaccines that keep up with the ever-changing target. Pfizer Animal Health believes its new vaccine, FluSure XP, will make it easier for researchers and hog producers to chase the latest strains of SIV. “Our […] Read more
Livestock Management
Updated flu vaccine offers increased flexibility
Breeding stock eligible for ’09 tax deferral
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Producers revisit packer plan
LLOYDMINSTER – A group of cattle organizations wants the government to back a producer-owned packing plant as a way to salvage the industry. Backing a producer-owned plant that could chase high-value beef markets and boost cattle prices would save governments money over time because the industry would be in better shape, they contend. “It takes […] Read more
Feeding program critical when developing replacement heifers
Developing replacement heifers is an important area of beef reproduction because they determine the feasibility of an operation. Production increases when a high percentage of heifers become pregnant early in their first breeding season. The best program has replacement heifers reaching puberty at least 42 days (two estrous cycles) before the start of breeding. The […] Read more
Dairy welfare code updated
Canada’s dairy farmers don’t want anyone to doubt their commitment to animal welfare. Their national organization, along with the National Farm Animal Care Council, has updated its code of practice for care and handling. The original code had been developed in 1990, said Michael Hall, an Ontario dairy farmer who chaired the development committee, and […] Read more
Youth component new feature at Angus forum
When Canada was awarded the World Angus Forum six years ago, planning began almost immediately. Working with an army of volunteers, the Canadians decided to put on a memorable show at Calgary. The result was more than 1,000 head of Red and Black Angus cattle, nearly 800 registered delegates from 20 countries and hundreds more […] Read more
Angus promotions spark popularity
The Canadian Angus Foundation looks to its past and future. Formed as a charitable society in 1993, the foundation works to preserve the breed’s history and to mentor young people, said Cecilie Fleming, chair of the fundraising committee. The foundation is building a museum and archives at the national Angus office in Calgary. The breed […] Read more
Angus foundation sponsorships promote breed
When Canada was awarded the World Angus Forum six years ago, planning began almost immediately. Working with an army of volunteers, the Canadians decided to put on a memorable show at Calgary. The result was more than 1,000 head of Red and Black Angus cattle, nearly 800 registered delegates from 20 countries and hundreds more […] Read more
Best get better through genetics
Angus enthusiasts from 20 different countries may have differed in their preferences on cattle body type but they all agreed their breed is a rising star. John Tilson of Wedderlie Farm in Scotland was one of three judges at the World Angus Forum futurity show July 15. He has raised the black cattle all his […] Read more
Gene study shows diversity in Angus breed
Livestock producers have more tools to select the ideal animal than ever before thanks to the escalating knowledge gained from genetic research. However, some worry that artificial insemination and embryo transfer from high performing animals could dilute a breed’s genetic pool. “It has been suggested with reproductive technology like AI and embryo transfer, it can […] Read more
