The Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) has released an updated Abandonment and Permit Cancellations Policy. The updated policy provides clarity on when abandonment of a confined feeding operation or manure storage facility should be considered. Key changes include: Members of the Policy Advisory Group were consulted during the update process, and their feedback is reflected in the final…

The Canadian Cattle Association is calling on the Government of Canada to terminate the Canada–UK Continuity Agreement. Despite commitments made under the agreement, the UK continues to block Canadian beef exports while its own beef exports to Canada have surged. CCA says it’s time to “stand up for Canadian beef producers” and pursue truly reciprocal…

The Calgary Stampede launched the third year of its OH Ranch Branded Beef Youth Ambassador Program, with a Steer Selection Day, Oct. 18, at the historic OH Ranch. The event welcomed 12 young agriculture enthusiasts who were selected to participate out of 52 applicants, based on criteria that centred on establishing they have a place…

New deal with JBS Canada opens doors for Canada beef and Alberta beef in 41 stores nationwide. Alberta beef is hitting Mexico’s retail market through a new agreement between JBS Canada and Costco Mexico, marking a major expansion for Canadian beef in a market long dominated by U.S. suppliers. At a ribbon-cutting event this week…

Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation Minister RJ Sigurdson has received a new mandate from Premier Danielle Smith — and at the heart of it is a clear directive to put “Alberta Agriculture First.” The Premier’s early October mandate letter tasks Sigurdson with introducing new legislation to reduce red tape, strengthen the competitiveness of Alberta producers, and…