As Canadian farmers adapt to new pest control regulations, the end of liquid strychnine use has prompted the need for innovative, effective, and efficient gopher control strategies. Viceroy Distributors is at the forefront of this shift, offering cutting-edge solutions...
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed a case of bovine tuberculosis (bovine TB) in an animal originating from Saskatchewan, discovered at a federally registered abattoir in Alberta. This marks a rare occurrence of the disease in Canada,...
Source: Government of Alberta
Alberta’s government has updated the Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit program to cut red tape and simplify how registered partnerships apply. Starting Dec. 10, a registered partnership can apply using a single application when investing at least...
Source: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
The governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Agriculture Student Scholarship. There are 4 awards available: a grand prize scholarship valued at $6,000 and...
Source: Government of Saskatchewan
Producers who intend to grow winter wheat should consider the undertaking as part of the whole farm operation and not in isolation. Several management decisions and operations should be considered, including:
Get organized: Start preparing for...
Source: National Farm Animal Care Council, Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Beef Cattle, Appendix C
The basis of a cow–calf enterprise is a healthy cow with a healthy nursing calf. Knowing when and how to help...
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is transforming beef production with cutting-edge research aimed at creating more efficient and sustainable cattle herds. Led by Dr. Mika Asai-Coakwell, a professor in Animal and Poultry Science, the project focuses on identifying genetic...
The recently announced trade agreement between Canada and Indonesia, formalized during the Team Canada Trade Mission, marks a significant milestone for Canada’s agricultural sector, particularly for its 60,000 beef producers. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed during the mission...
With harvest season wrapped up and Harvested Production Reports (HPRs) submitted, many producers with crop insurance are eager to learn when they might receive updates on their production assessments. Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) assures clients that their team...
Source: Government of Alberta
Alberta’s government is addressing the growing challenge of antimicrobial resistance and its impact on the well-being of Albertans, animal health and the environment.
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a significant health issue worldwide, including here in Alberta.
AMR occurs...
