Public consultations on a revised Canadian code of practice for the care and handling of beef cattle, with updated guidance for ranchers on best practices, opened April 13.
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Public consultation open on national beef code of practice
New code would update guidance on branding calves, shelter from weather, euthanasia, more
Trade uncertainty, tariffs weigh on Canadian beef sector as market access shifts
Manitoba’s beef cattle producers hear more about the growing uncertainty they face as U.S. tariffs, and shifting trade opportunities, reshape the market
Manitoba’s beef cattle producers heard more about the growing uncertainty they face as U.S. tariffs, and shifting trade opportunities, reshape their market.
Canadian Cattle Association launches traceability survey
The Canadian Cattle Association wants producers to share their thoughts regarding the proposed traceability regulations.
Cattle traceability regulations on hold, for now
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says it will hold off on posting new traceability regulations for now.
No new traceability regulations implemented says Canadian Cattle Association
The regulations are still at the proposal stage and have not yet been published by the federal government
The national and provincial cattle organizations recently took to social media to reassure producers concerned about proposed traceability regulations.
Canadian Cattle Association focused on CUSMA review as trade talks with U.S. continue
As trade talks with the U.S. continue, the Canadian Cattle Association says it's pleased to see a focus on the upcoming review of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico trade agreement (CUSMA) while maintaining tariff-free access for CUSMA-compliant goods.
Importance placed on cow herd size questioned
Some in the cattle sector don’t think policy should focus on expanding herd; others say fewer cows limit check-off revenue
The number of cows in the provincial herd is not necessarily the best measure of a successful industry, yet that is the focus of public policy, says the Sask. Stock Growers Assoc.
Canadian red meat groups to open advocacy office in Beijing
The Canadian red meat sector will open an advocacy office in Beijing to grow and protect its Chinese market industry groups announced today.
Feds announce $6 million beef marketing boost
Canada Beef and the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) are receiving up to $5,865,110 and $453,364 respectively for marketing activities such as advertising, trade missions, technical training and educational seminars.
Livestock Price Insurance coming to maritime producers
At the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association (SSGA) conference on June 10 in Swift Current, Sask., Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) vice president Tyler Fulton highlighted the expansion of Livestock Price Insurance, which will be available to producers in Eastern Canada. Initially announced in February, the expansion will finally come into effect sometime this week. “It’s something