Industry

Port Strike hits Day 7 amid both sides trading barbs with no resolution in sight

The strike by thousands of workers at more than 30 British Columbia ports has entered its seventh day, as their union and the association representing B.C. maritime employers trade barbs…

Saskatchewan bovine tuberculosis case spurs Canadian Food Inspection Agency investigation

Calving season has just ended on the Crooked Lake Farm southeast of Edmonton, meaning an end to sometimes odd hours through the night to bring new calves into the world…

Fewer cattle but bigger herds: Alberta cow-calf farmers in a shifting industry

Calving season has just ended on the Crooked Lake Farm southeast of Edmonton, meaning an end to sometimes odd hours through the night to bring new calves into the world…

Restaurants Canada issues statement on Port of Vancouver strike

Restaurants Canada is genuinely concerned about the lasting effects of the strike that began on July 1, 2023, at the Port of Vancouver with the International Longshore and Warehouse Union…

$115M in federal grants will give a boost to smaller meat processors in 17 states

Smaller meat and poultry operators in 17 states will receive $115 million in grants, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Thursday, as the agency continues efforts to shift a decadeslong…

Canadian Cattle Young Leaders names three Ontario semi-finalists

The Canadian Cattle Association’s (CCA) Canadian Cattle Young Leaders (CYL) Program has announced its semi-finalists for the upcoming 2023-2024 program year     Reuters Among the 24 semi-finalists are Ontario’s…

French bird flu wave ends after 10 million birds culled

A wave of bird flu outbreaks in France last month has come to a halt after the culling of 10 million birds this season, the farm ministry said on Wednesday,…

Canada’s grocery industry needs more players to tame inflation – competition bureau

More players in Canada’s grocery sector are crucial to combat soaring prices of essential goods amid persistent inflation, the country’s competition watchdog said in a report on Tuesday    …

Manitoba pork producers keep a close eye on U.S. legislation

Pork producers in the province are watching closely as legislation set to come into effect across the border in the coming months could lead to costly renovations and a breakdown…

Canada’s Farm Show puts innovation in agriculture on display

From producers to innovators to advocates, farm life has taken Regina by storm as the 45th annual Canada’s Farm Show gets underway at the REAL District     by Halle…

There are fewer cows around and that’s partly why your beef is so expensive

With inflation fuelling high grocery prices, a little bit of sticker shock has become customary to many Albertans     CBC News But in the midst of grilling season, the…

Taiwan agrees to fully open to Canadian beef imports ahead of trade deal

Taiwan’s government on Thursday agreed to fully open its market to imports of Canadian beef, lifting a stumbling block as Taipei angles to sign a bilateral investment agreement with Ottawa…

HyLife lays off 87 employees in Manitoba

Citing challenges in the pork processing industry, global pork processing company HyLife is laying off 87 people, the company announced at the start of June    By Miranda Leybourne –…

Canada’s shrinking cattle herd under pressure

Anxious Alberta ranchers praying for rain got their wish this week, but it may not be enough to stop the ongoing decline in Canadian cattle production     by Amanda…

Canadian Pig Production Practices Survey Provides Data Needed for Future Efficiency Improvements

A scientist with the University of Manitoba says a survey of Canadian pork producers is providing the information that will assist in making further improvements in the efficiency of Canadian…

Taiwan eases ban on beef from Canada

Southern Alberta ranchers have hit a crisis point due to the continued hot and dry conditions this spring, according to the vice chair of the Alberta Beef Producers    …

Hot and dry conditions could produce ‘catastrophic’ situation for Alberta ranchers

Southern Alberta ranchers have hit a crisis point due to the continued hot and dry conditions this spring, according to the vice chair of the Alberta Beef Producers    …

Rare Congenital Condition Reported in Litter in Manitoba

The Canada West Swine Health Intelligence Network reports a rare condition that attacks newborn piglets was identified in the region in the first quarter of this year     by…

Canada extends Ukraine tariff-free order, tightens access to sheltered farm sectors

Canada extended Ukraine’s tariff-free access for most goods, but tightened access for eggs, poultry and dairy, sectors that are protected under a supply-management system     by Rod Nickel /…

Canadian Cattle Young Leaders Spring Forum a success

Last week, the Canadian Cattle Young Leaders (CYL) mentorship program hosted its annual Spring Forum to offer unique learning and networking opportunities to the next generation of beef industry leaders…

Our January 2025 Issue

In our January 2025 issue we dive into the Smithfield files IPO, Global Red Meat Market trends, Solar Energy and Agricultural activities, Brazil adopting beef traceability, Meat Processing equipment, Rising agriculture crime, Canadian Ag investing, the Meat Institute's new COO, and much more!