Industry News

A resolution to increase the beef checkoff was passed at the Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association (SCA) Annual General Meeting, signaling a potential boost for the province’s cattle industry. However, there are still some hurdles to overcome before t

The Province of Nova Scotia is taking significant steps to boost beef production and support the local beef industry. With a focus on increasing competitiveness, connectivity, and consumer focus, the government is introducing new projects and program

On average, $0.67 of your $2.50 Canadian Beef Cattle Check-Off came to the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) in the 2022/23 fiscal year. These funds play a crucial role in supporting research projects and programs aimed at improving the beef indust

The Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (CRSB) has recently released its second National Beef Sustainability Assessment (NBSA), shedding light on the progress made in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions within the beef industry. The report,

Winter storms wreak havoc on pork and beef supply chains, causing disruptions in livestock movement and distribution to population centers, according to the latest report from Steiner Consulting. The impact of these events is not only felt in terms o

Biosecurity Hazards on Beef Operations: Protecting Your Herd and Your Bottom Line

Biosecurity hazards on beef operations are often underestimated, but the reality is that the risk of introducing disease onto your farm is more common than you may thi

The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) has recently announced an exciting opportunity for researchers in the field of beef cattle. The council is inviting letters of intent (LOIs) for research projects that align with the industry’s priorities, as o

Ashley Perepelkin, a self-proclaimed city girl, never imagined she would one day be selling fresh beef from cattle she raised on her own Alberta farm, with the help of artificial intelligence (AI). Born and raised in Red Deer, Alberta, Perepelkin’s l

Ashley Perepelkin, a self-proclaimed city girl, never imagined herself selling fresh beef from cattle she raised on her own Alberta farm, let alone with the help of artificial intelligence (AI). However, her journey into farming and the integration o

Ashley Perepelkin, a self-proclaimed city girl, never imagined that she would one day be selling fresh beef from cattle she raised on her own Alberta farm with the help of artificial intelligence (AI). Born and raised in Red Deer, Alberta, Perepelkin