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Michigan has just confirmed it’s 26th cattle herd infected with Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza virus, or bird flu, in Gratiot County.

Maple Leaf Foods will split and create two businesses, one focused on consumer-packaged goods and the other centered on pork. Curtis Frank, President and CEO of Maple Leaf Foods, said by spinning off its pork business, Maple Leaf Foods will unlock significant growth potential by producing sustainable meat. He said the transaction is the start

Looking to “beef” up your wardrobe or find a great gift idea? The annual BFO swag shop is now open and has you covered! 

Work is already underway on a new beef processing line and warehouse expansion. The $90 million investment includes a new patty processing line and a state-of-the-art fulfillment centre, that is expected to be completed for the fall of 2025. With the expansion, JBS Canada will produce almost seven million more kilograms of beef patties every

Key reports that farmers should watch which could have significant impacts on commodity markets the week of July 15, 2024.

As highly pathogenic avian influenza has spread in dairy herds across the U.S., the virus is being detected in raw milk.

SDSU Extension announces the opening of applications for Class 7 of beefSD, an educational program for beef producers. 

“Summertime brings factors that lead to anaplasmosis in cattle operations,” says Patrick Davis, University of Missouri Extension livestock field specialist.

The governments of Canada and Alberta are supporting Alberta Beef Producers in expanding its food safety and certification program. Alberta is known worldwide for its high-quality, great tasting beef. As Canada’s largest cattle producing province, Alberta’s beef industry maintains the highest level of food safety, animal care, biosecurity, and environmental stewardship, so that Alberta beef

The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced an investment of more than $6 million in two beef and cattle organizations through the AgriMarketing Program, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.