Researcher says Canadian beef industry has reduced it carbon footprint, but there’s always room for improvement
Glacier FarmMedia – Canadian producers have done an excellent job of reducing the environmental footprint of beef production, but the work is not done, says a sustainability researcher with the world’s largest meat processing company. The Canadian livestock sector contributes about 4.8 per cent of the greenhouse gas emissions produced in this country, said Sarah […] Read moreTag Archives sustainable beef
Updated Certified Sustainable Beef Framework released
The program, launched in 2017, came up for its five-year review in 2022
A new and improved Certified Sustainable Beef Framework has been released following its first five-year review announced the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (CRSB) today. “This update sets us up for continued progress to support beef farmers and supply chain participants to build trust in the sustainability of Canadian beef,” said Kristine Tapley, chair of […] Read more
Roundtable eyes improvements
The Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef has launched online public consultations on proposed changes to its sustainability standards. This follows consultation with stakeholders, as the CRSB ends its first five years of operation. Kristine Tapley, chair of the CRSB’s certified sustainable beef framework committee, said every indicator in the standards for both beef production and […] Read more
FCC offers sustainability incentive
Farm Credit Canada is offering a new incentive for beef producers to certify to become sustainable producers. The FCC’s Sustainability Incentive Program will provide up to $2,000 to those who meet the standards of the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (CRSB) to encourage best industry practices in the sector. Curtis Grainger, FCC director of sustainability, […] Read more
Walmart plans move into sustainable beef
Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef says the retailer’s purchase commitment supports the organization’s goals
Walmart plans to buy 1.5 million pounds of sustainable beef from Canadian ranchers. The retail giant announced Oct. 7 that it will purchase the beef over the next calendar year as part of its sustainability program. “We’re immensely proud of what this… signifies to the industry and the impact it will have for our farmers […] Read more
Walmart plans sustainable beef move
Walmart plans to buy 1.5 million pounds of sustainable beef from Canadian ranchers. The retail giant announced Oct. 7 that it will purchase the beef over the next calendar year as part of its sustainability program. “We’re immensely proud of what this… signifies to the industry and the impact it will have for our farmers […] Read more
Walmart to stock ‘sustainable beef’ patties
The 1.5 million Canadians who visit Walmart each day can now buy sustainable beef patties. Walmart Canada announced May 10 that it is purchasing beef from farms and ranches that meet the standards of the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef. The CRSB is a voluntary program in which beef producers can earn third-party certification for […] Read more
Distributor joins sustainable beef program
Gordon Food Service Canada Ltd. has added its name to those participating in the sustainable beef program through the Canadian Roundtable on Sustainable Beef. The Gordon Choice boxed beef program announced today that it would source a minimum 30 percent of its beef from CRSB Certified Sustainable farms and ranches. The CRSB is a multi-stakeholder […] Read more
Round table releases sustainability indicators for public comment
The Canadian Round Table for Sustainable Beef seeks final public comment on its indicators used to measure sustainability practices for the processing sector. The public comment period is from Oct. 5 to Nov. 4, according to a news release from the roundtable. Sustainable beef is defined as a socially responsible, environmentally sound and economically viable […] Read more
Making more from less key to livestock sustainability
BANFF, Alta. — The humble cow is being charged with environmental degradation for doing what comes naturally —eating grass, chewing its cud and burping. Cattle that graze on pastures have been linked to climate change be-cause of greenhouse gas emissions such as methane. The need to defend cattle’s impact on the environment and deflect criticism […] Read more
