Whenever the topic of biosecurity comes up, it’s no surprise that many people might find their attention waning due to the complexity of the issue or because they don’t feel they have experienced a biosecurity problem. The reality is that every producer has encountered some sort of biosecurity risk or event at one point or […]

Researchers are critical for the Canadian beef cattle industry. Engaging industry leaders with researchers who study cattle, beef, genetics, feed or forage production is mutually beneficial. These connections allow researchers to become better informed about industry needs and encourage the sharing of research findings with a practical, solution-based focus.   The Beef Cattle Research Council

Fall grazing management can really ‘set the stage’ for next year’s perennial pastures. It is important to leave sufficient carry-over (litter) on pastures prior to the upcoming winter months. As much as it is tempting, overgrazing pastures in the fall period is not worth the loss of production in subsequent grazing seasons. Producers are generally

On July 1, 2024, Canadian hog inventories increased by 1.3% year over year, despite declines in pig crop and slaughter rates.

California has the most dairy cows out of any state in the U.S., with around 1.7 million.

Post-July, beef prices have slightly fallen, offering minor relief to consumers, although the tight supply of cattle suggests prices may stay elevated

The NPPC has started the Young Pork Advocates Program, aiming to develop advocacy skills among young individuals in the pork industry.

Learn more about the BQA program and become certified this fall

Gibbons explained that the Packers and Stockyards Act, a 100 year-old anti-trust law, hasn’t been properly updated until now to tackle modern market consolidations.

This week, government regulators announced a significant recall of European Butcher brand back bacon due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause serious illness.