Tag Archives livestock transportation
Rest stop benefits for livestock fail to stand out
Preconditioning calves did more for reducing transport stress than rest stops, according to second-year results of a closely watched study
Early research shows no benefit of rest stops to livestock
First-year data out of an AAFC-led study seems to support the sector’s argument that rest stops would not increase animal welfare
Beef producers not backing down on livestock transport regs
Beef producers have four months until new transport regulations come into force
Animal care code updates gain funding
This includes the livestock transport code which has been condemned for being out of date
Beef industry blasts new transport regs, but pork and chicken say OK
New regulations have shortened trips between rest stops and expanded the definition of ‘unfit’ or ‘compromised’ animals among other changes, but not everyone in the livestock sector is impressed
Product for reducing shrink worth considering
Beef 911: A feed supplement that counteracts dehydration offers animal welfare benefits and an economic return
Think about shrink, say livestock experts
Training your cattle to stay calm and properly preparing them for the stress of transport pays big dividends
CFIA proposes new humane livestock transport regulations
The proposed regulations cover everything from assessment of livestock’s fitness for transport to dealing with unfit and compromised animals and hot and cold weather
Fines coming for not reporting pig shipments
It will no longer just be a warning for those who haven’t complied with regulations to report animal movements
Manitoba Pork recognizes industry participants at AGM
Steve’s Livestock Transport and manure management specialist Scott Dick were singled out for ongoing contributions to pork sector’s success