Livestock Archives - Page 19 of 27 - Manitoba Co-operator

Toronto MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith’s bill to tighten animal cruelty legislation in Canada has been voted down in the Commons on second reading. (NErskine-Smith.liberal.ca)

Bill to tighten cruelty laws downed in Commons

A federal private member’s bill meant to tighten animal cruelty laws in Canada — alarming farm organizations and energizing animal welfare groups en route — has gone the way of most private members’ bills. Bill C-246, introduced in February by Toronto Liberal MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith and given first reading, died Wednesday in the House of

Malawian subsistence farmer Simon Sikazwe stands beside communal maize fields in Dowa near the capital Lilongwe, February 3, 2016. Late rains in Malawi threaten the staple maize crop and have pushed prices to record highs. About 14 million people face hunger in Southern Africa because of a drought exacerbated by an El Niño weather pattern, according to the United Nations World Food Program (WFP).

Crops, International news

Smarter farming could cut hunger in drought-hit Southern Africa — researchers

Too few resources are available to educate the continent’s farmers  about potential solutions to their problems

By Busani Bafana September 28, 2016

Southern African farmers facing hunger as a result of worsening drought know a lot about climate change but lack the resources to put solutions that work into place, agriculture and development researchers say. That is in part because government agricultural extension services, which offer training and advice to farmers, have too few agents, according to

Even pure-looking water might harbour a problem that could hurt your cattle.

Livestock

Check water quality before turning out livestock

Checking and monitoring water quality can help guard your  livestock’s health and productivity

By NDSU Release May 10, 2016

Your pond or dugout water might look fine, but it could just as easily be compromised by concentrated levels of salts, minerals and bacteria, which can compromise livestock health. “We recommend that livestock producers test water quality prior to livestock turnout,” North Dakota State University Extension Service livestock environmental stewardship specialist Miranda Meehan says. Poor

Manure management specialist Scott Dick was one of the industry partners recently recognized by the Manitoba Pork Council.

Hogs, Livestock

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

By Manitoba Co-operator Staff April 26, 2016

Manitoba Pork Council (MPC) has recognized two industry partners who have contributed to the overall success of the pork business at its 2016 annual general meeting. The group presented awards to Steve’s Livestock Transport and Agra-Gold Consulting co-founder Scott Dick to recognize their ongoing commitment to the hog sector. Steve’s Livestock Transport was recognized for

Zane Pickering prepares his heavy horses for their time in the show ring at last week’s Royal Manitoba Winter Fair.

Livestock, Local news

Town meets country at the winter fair

The Royal Manitoba Winter Fair might be an equestrian show, but it  still attracts an audience of urbanites interested in agriculture

By Jennifer Paige April 7, 2016

With his two Belgian horses hovering over him, Zane Pickering entertained questions from passersby. “These horses are pretty majestic, so I guess that attracts people,” said Pickering, as he prepared them for their time in the show ring at the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair (RMWF) “We have so many people stopping to look at them

Michael Thiele (r), grazing club co-ordinator with the Manitoba Forage and Grasslands Association spoke on the importance of organic matter in pasture soil at a recent grazing workshop.

Livestock

Tired pasture? The solution is in the soil

To create a healthy pasture, grazing expert says to start with ground cover,  plant a diverse mix and avoid disturbing the soil

By Jennifer Paige March 7, 2016

To get more pasture growth above ground, start by looking below the surface, says Michael Thiele, grazing club co-ordinator for the Manitoba Forage and Grassland Association (MFGA). “Nutrient levels in the soils across Canada have been greatly depleted since conventional agriculture began and the same nutrient depletion can be seen in the foods we are

Brian Harper discusses his high stock density grazing program during a summer field tour on his operation last year.

Livestock

Hit the grass fast and hard, and then move them out

Brian Harper says high stock density grazing has allowed him to  double his pasture’s carrying capacity

By Jennifer Paige March 7, 2016

Move the cattle through small paddocks fast, and then give the grass a good rest. That’s the theory behind a high stock density grazing system, and Brian Harper says it’s paid off. “High stock density is a management system where you have a high number of cattle in a small area for a short time.

A barn in Holland in which piglets are given burlap sacks to play with.

Hogs, Livestock

Hog enrichment comes in many forms

Not just toys for pigs, enrichment makes swine smarter and easier to transport

By Shannon VanRaes February 17, 2016

The time for thinking about enrichment as “toys for pigs” has long passed. Speaking to producers and members of the pork industry at the Manitoba Swine Seminar in Winnipeg, Jennifer Brown said not only is enrichment mandatory under the current code of practice, it actually provides benefits to both animals and those who handle them.

border lineup (trucks) - Glen Nicoll
051110.12

Livestock, News

COOL demise a costly victory for Canadian producers

It took eight years and billions of dollars, but ultimately trade law prevailed in securing the labelling law’s repeal

By Alex Binkley December 24, 2015

UPDATED: Dec. 29 – After nearly eight years and millions of dollars spent fighting it at the World Trade Organization and billions in lower prices for Canadian beef and hog producers, the U.S. mandatory country-of-origin labelling program has been repealed. The end came Dec. 18 when both houses of the U.S. Congress passed a massive

Most farmers consider themselves professionals. Some are suggesting they make it official.

Livestock

Should livestock farmers need a degree?

Profound changes in society require a different response to reassuring the public about animal care

By Alex Binkley December 16, 2015

With growing public scrutiny of livestock production, the time has come to consider requiring livestock farmers to be professionals like lawyers, doctors and accountants, said a veteran animal welfare educator. The training and certification a livestock production professional would require “would be the most powerful way to assure the public about animal care,” said David

Daily Network News

U.S. grains: Soy rally continues after Trump says China to expand purchases

U.S. livestock: Cattle futures fall after strike authorization vote

U.S. farm income set to fall in 2026 despite surge in government payments

Tag Archives Livestock

Bill to tighten cruelty laws downed in Commons

Smarter farming could cut hunger in drought-hit Southern Africa — researchers

Check water quality before turning out livestock

Manitoba Pork recognizes industry participants at AGM

Town meets country at the winter fair

Tired pasture? The solution is in the soil

Hit the grass fast and hard, and then move them out

Hog enrichment comes in many forms

COOL demise a costly victory for Canadian producers

Should livestock farmers need a degree?

AgCanadaTV

AgCanadaTV: In case you missed it; your national ag news recap for Jan. 30, 2026

Cyber-Savvy Farmer

Latest Market News