The industry says a lack of researchers in Canada with expertise in this area makes it difficult to study meat quality
WINNIPEG — The Beef Cattle Research Council spent $10.6 million on research projects in 2023-24. Of those funds, one per cent was allocated to research on beef quality. That seems like a small amount, considering beef quality is probably important for domestic consumers and countries that import Canadian beef. In comparison, the BCRC spent far […] Read moreTag Archives BCRC
Microbes matter during pasture restoration
Research finds that the relationship between alfalfa genetics and microbes in the soil can alter growth of the plants
WINNIPEG — Choosing the right alfalfa variety can make a difference, possibly a huge difference, when producers are rejuvenating a pasture. After several years, the productivity of a pasture will decline and many ranchers choose to over-seed or sod-seed alfalfa to revive the pastureland. Farmers will likely select a high-yielding alfalfa variety that is adapted […] Read more
Prof receives cattle research award
Glacier FarmMedia – A well-known innovator in beef cattle health and welfare was honoured by her peers Aug. 21. Dr. Cheryl Waldner, a professor and researcher at the University of Saskatchewan’s Western College of Veterinary Medicine, won the 2024 Canadian Beef Industry Award for Outstanding Research and Innovation. She was named to the honour during […] Read more
