Source: Government of Alberta
“Premises Identification (PID) is a tool used to plan for, control, and prevent the spread of livestock and poultry disease, such as avian influenza or foot and mouth disease. It is crucial for the livestock industry...
Farming is a demanding profession filled with unique challenges and uncertainty, which can take a toll on mental health. Recognizing the need for targeted support, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, has announced the launch of...
The Giard family of Saint-Simon-de-Bagot, Quebec, has been named the recipient of Holstein Canada’s 2025 Century of Holstein Award. This prestigious honor recognizes their century-long commitment to Holstein breeding and their continuous membership with the Association since 1925.
Donat Giard...
The Governments of Québec and Canada have unveiled significant reforms to the Crop Insurance Program (ASREC) to better support agricultural businesses facing climate-related challenges. These changes will expand coverage, simplify processes, and introduce new benefits tailored to modern farming...
Biosecurity Checklist for Spring
Spring brings warmer temperatures and the reemergence of pests and diseases, making it essential to reinforce farm biosecurity. Here are five key steps to protect your livestock and facilities:
Control Rodent Populations
Remove any harvested grain...
The Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) has observed a rising number of cases involving unauthorized construction of pens, barns, catch basins, and earthen manure storage facilities at confined feeding operations (CFOs). These infractions pose significant regulatory and financial risks...
Source: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
The Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec announce $35.3 million, part of which is funded under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership, to support producers who adopt more sustainable farming practices. This new investment...
The governments of Canada and Manitoba have announced $4.7 million in grant funding through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to support 36 research and innovation projects over the next three years. The funding, unveiled at CropConnect by...
Cull Cattle Market Overview
Prices for cull cattle in Quebec showed an overall upward trend across most categories.
Dairy-type cattle saw average price increases ranging from +0.012 to +0.054 $/lb live, with >1500 lb dairy cattle averaging 1.468 $/lb...
On February 8, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Canada’s federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, convened provincial and territorial agriculture ministers to address key issues affecting the sector, particularly in the context of Canada’s trade relationship with the United States.
During...
