Americans and Europeans are eager to put elk meat on the plate but it is difficult to attract producers back to the industry
If one word could summarize the state of the Canadian elk industry, it would be “shortage.” American customers are desperate for elk meat, but Canadian ranchers have been unable to satisfy the de-mand as elk numbers plummeted over the last decade. Ian Thorleifson, an elk rancher from Minnedosa, Man., said one of his American clients […] Read moreTag Archives elk — page 2
Elk antler prices on the rise: Photos
EDMONTON, Alta. — Elk antler prices are expected to rise almost 20 percent and reach some of their highest prices in years, said the head of an elk co-op focused on selling antler. “We’ve got reason for optimism from a long hard downturn,” said Blaine Weber, with Norelkco. Elk producers can expect $50 a pound […] Read more
Shooting Star Ranch rides roller coaster elk market
There is enthusiasm and optimism in the industry after years of hard times
NEW SAREPTA, Alta. — One year ago, Christine and Barry Harrison were two years into their five-year exit plan from the elk industry. After a dozen years of tough financial times, the couple no longer wanted to stay in the elk business. Then the price of elk antler jumped, the price of meat jumped and […] Read more
Hunter access to army base expands to reduce elk
An elk hunt on Canadian Forces Base Suffield and surrounding areas will be expanded in coming years in efforts to reduce a herd estimated at 6,600 to 8,000 animals. Duncan MacDonnell, public affairs officer with Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resources, said his department is working with the base on a longer-term management plan. It will […] Read more
