E-Newsletter: October 22, 2021

E-Newsletter dsfsfa An update from MBP October 22, 2021

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Manitoba’s State of Emergency to Expire (October 21, 2021 Province of Manitoba News Release) The

provincewide state of emergency under the Emergency Measures Act will expire today as the order is no longer required to help the province protect Manitobans from the impacts of COVID-19, Premier Kelvin Goertzen and Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler, minister responsible for the Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization (EMO), announced.

“Nineteen months ago we declared a state of emergency to help protect the physical and financial health and safety of all Manitobans and reduce the spread of COVID-19 in our hospitals and in our communities,” said Goertzen. “As we continue to move toward a post-pandemic Manitoba, we want to remind everyone, although the state of emergency is expiring, COVID-19 is still here. With vaccination rates among the highest in the country with over 82 per cent of eligible Manitobans fully vaccinated, we can help control COVID, but it’s important that all Manitobans continue to follow the fundamentals that help us limit our risks.”

The state of emergency was first declared on March 20, 2020, by the powers set out in section 10(1) and 10(2) of the Emergency Measures Act and will expire at 4 p.m. today, Oct. 21.

Public health orders can continue to be issued through the Public Health Act without a declared provincewide state of emergency. The province can declare a new state of emergency if required in the future.

The state of emergency allowed for a number of emergency orders to be made that were beyond the scope of the Public Health Act. The Manitoba government used the powers in section 12.3 to make the order regarding personal care home staffing and work deployment to help protect residents of personal care homes from COVID-19 by restricting staff movement between personal care homes. This order is no longer required as amendments were made to the Public Health Act that enabled the issue to be addressed under that act.

In addition, the province used the powers in section 12.6 to make a variety of temporary suspension orders around corporate meeting provisions to allow for virtual meetings, in-person commissioning and witnessing to be done remotely, and providing relief related to youth exiting care under the Child and Family Services Act. The temporary suspensions were made to assist Manitobans in responding to difficulties created by the pandemic and are no longer required.

Lastly, orders were made under section 12.13 regarding varying reporting deadlines for government and government agencies.

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State of emergency - cont.

This power was used to make orders to allow for extended provincial government reporting deadlines in 2020-21 as organizational resources were redeployed to address the impacts of the pandemic.

“Our government will continue to remain cautious and vigilant in efforts to stop the spread of the virus,” said Schuler.

“Manitoba’s Emergency Measures Organization provincial response team will continue to work with industry partners and experts in supporting programs and services to assist in Manitoba’s COVID-19 response strategy.”

of masks and vaccinations to lessen the impact of a fourth wave.

For the full list of orders under the emergency act, visit: https://web2.gov.mb.ca/laws/statutes/index_o rders.php?o=title&x=1.

To view the state of emergency and public health orders, visit: https://manitoba.ca/covid19/restartmb/prs/ord ers/index.html.

Public health orders are still in effect, and Manitobans are encouraged to continue to follow public health guidelines around the use

Province Advises Outflow From Shellmouth Reservoir Is Increasing (October 19, 2021 Province of Manitoba News Release) Manitoba Infrastructure is conducting a

bathymetric survey of the Assiniboine River between the Shellmouth Dam and St-Lazare. In order to get sufficient water levels to assist the bathymetric survey, Manitoba Infrastructure’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre reports the outflow from the Shellmouth Reservoir will be increasing.

Outflow from Shellmouth Dam will be increased to 500 cubic feet per second (cfs) from the

current 150 cfs starting Wednesday, Oct. 20.

Outflow will be reduced back to the current outflow (150 cfs) after seven days of operation on Wednesday, Oct. 27. This increase in outflow is expected to bring a level rise of 1.5 to 2.5 feet between the Shellmouth Dam and St-Lazare.

The level increase will diminish as the river moves downstream to Brandon and Winnipeg.

Property owners are advised to take necessary precautions.

COVID-19 Vaccine Bulletin: Update on COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine Availability The youth catch-up immunization program will return to schools in November, once in-school COVID-19 vaccine clinics end.

Eligibility (October 18, 2021 Province of Manitoba News Release) Manitoba is expanding its recommendations for a third dose of the COVID19 vaccine to include First Nation people living on reserve. This includes an estimated 7,200 people.

The third dose should be given at least six months after the last vaccine. The Integrated Vaccine Operations Centre, which is co-led by First Nations and the federal government, is being reactivated to oversee the third dose rollout and co-ordinate other supports that communities may need.

Seasonal Influenza Vaccines Beginning October 18th, individuals can make an appointment for their seasonal flu vaccine at provincial, regional or urban Indigenous sites using the provincial call centre or online booking system originally put in place for the COVID-19 vaccine. Individuals can receive their seasonal flu, COVID-19 or both vaccines at these sites at the same time, if they choose.

The online vaccine finder at https://protectmb.ca shows locations where these vaccines are available including where walkins are available. Many medical clinics and pharmacies with seasonal flu and/or the COVID-19 vaccines will continue to be listed, with information about how to book at these locations.

Youth Catch-up Immunizations All urban Indigenous sites are now offering school catch-up immunizations to help prevent serious illnesses such as HPV, hepatitis B and meningitis.

Families can make their appointment by contacting these sites directly, or through the provincial call centre or online booking tool.

The current recommendations for third doses of COVID-19 vaccine, including where they can be administered, is online at https://manitoba.ca/covid19/vaccine/eligibilitycriteria.html#third.

Eligibility for first and second doses of the COVID19 vaccine continues to include anyone born on or before Dec. 31, 2009.

Vaccine Administration, Supply and Distribution The super site in Gimli is now closed. Additional clinics will be offered in the community at a new location.

Manitoba vaccine sites are offering walk-in and appointment-based vaccinations. Eligible individuals can book their appointments online or by calling (toll-free) 1-844-626-8222 (1-844-MANVACC). For hours and days of operation, visit www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/vaccine/finder.html .

COVID-19 immunizations are available to eligible young people at school-based clinics. For more information, visit https://protectmb.ca/schoolimmunizations/.

Additional Information More information about the vaccine campaign in Manitoba is available at www.manitoba.ca/vaccineand https://protect mb.ca. For more information about COVID-19 immunization records and cards, visit https://manitoba.ca/covid19/vaccine/immuni zationrecord/index.html.

New Measures will Allow Manitoba Travellers to Access Covid-19 Rapid Tests at Pharmacies

(October 18, 2021 Province of Manitoba News Release) The Manitoba government has taken

steps to enable pharmacists to perform COVID19 rapid tests for people travelling outside of the province, Manitoba Health and Seniors Care Minister Audrey Gordon announced.

“These measures enable pharmacists to expand services for all Manitobans by performing, interpreting and providing results of these tests to people who require a negative test to travel,” said Gordon. “This is an important change that builds capacity and provides more options for travellers.”

The minister noted this change enables rapid antigen tests and rapid molecular (non-PCR) tests to be performed at pharmacies.

Pharmacies will be responsible for acquiring rapid testing supplies, training staff and advertising the service at their site.

To request a rapid test, individuals are required to present the pharmacist with documentation related to their travel plans, which may include plane or train ticket or hotel booking. Rapid test requirements can vary by country, so individuals should confirm which type of test is required when making their travel plans and before taking a rapid test.

Manitoba travellers will be required to pay a fee for these tests, as travel health-related services are not an insured health benefit under the Canada Health Act. This is consistent with travellers paying for international travel vaccinations required by other countries. Fees for COVID-19 testing will be set by each pharmacy providing the service.

The necessary changes are being made through orders under the Emergency Measures Act and the Regulated Health Professions Act. These came into effect today, Oct. 18.

For more information on COVID-19 in Manitoba, visit www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/index.html.

Farmland School Tax Rebate

Applications for the 2021 Farmland School Tax Rebate are now available. Farm property owners who have submitted an application in

the past are encouraged to apply for their rebate online at myMASC. Note: Even if you received an Education Property Tax Rebate cheque, you are still eligible to apply for the Farmland School Tax Rebate. For further information or assistance, call or email your nearest ARD and MASC Service Centre.

Using Canada’s COVID-19 Proof of Vaccination for Travel (October 21, 2021 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Backgrounder) The Canadian

COVID-19 proof of vaccination provides Canadian residents with a reliable way to demonstrate that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 when travelling within and outside Canada. Canadians can get their proof of vaccination from their province or territory (for more information, visit Canada.ca/vaccineproof).

Each country decides what type of vaccination proof is required, the types of vaccines they accept, the number of doses required, and any exemptions to public health measures. Even with a Canadian COVID-19 proof of vaccination, a traveller may not be considered fully vaccinated in another country. Canadians should always check the entry and public health requirements of their destination country, as well as the Government of Canada’s travel advice and advisories, before booking a trip. It’s also important they understand their obligations and the entry requirements for returning to Canada.

Designed to protect privacy and share COVID19 vaccination information safely The information on the proof of vaccination is limited to •

the holder’s full name and date of birth

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a neutral, factual account of the holder’s COVID-19 vaccination history, including o

the number of doses

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the vaccine type(s), product name(s) and lot number(s)

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the dates they got their vaccinations

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a QR code that includes the vaccination history and may include additional information on the COVID-19 vaccines received

The only medical information shown is a person’s COVID-19 vaccination history. The proof, including the QR code, does not contain any additional medical or identity information.

A common look across Canada based on the SMART Health Card standard The Canadian COVID-19 proof of vaccination was designed with a common look that features the Canada wordmark. It will allow other countries and transportation providers, such as airlines and cruise ship operators, to recognize the proof as a trusted Canadian document regardless of the province or territory that issued it.

The proof also complies with the SMART Health Card standard, which is used and recognized by many top travel destinations for Canadian travellers. The Government of Canada is actively engaging international partners to seek recognition and acceptance of the Canadian COVID-19 proof of vaccination abroad. The SMART Health Card •

is a secure and verifiable health record that is digitally signed by a trusted authority (for example, the issuing province or territory)

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Using Canada’s COVID-19 Proof of Vaccination for Travel •

prevents forgeries and tampering by detecting any changes to the document after it has been issued

is important that they are able to travel with the associated benefits of vaccination.

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allows users to hold a digital copy on a portable device, such as a mobile phone or tablet, or to print a copy directly or via a request to their provincial or territorial government, where available

As of November 8, 2021, Canadians vaccinated with any combination of 2 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine authorized by U.S. regulators or the World Health Organization will be considered fully vaccinated and able to enter the United States. The Government of Canada is actively engaging other countries and international partners to encourage them to recognize those who have received mixed vaccine schedules or extended dose intervals as being fully vaccinated. This includes sharing Canada’s evidence and experience with mixed schedules of Health Canada-authorized vaccines for both AstraZeneca/mRNA and mixed mRNA doses.

Initial outreach has focused on the ongoing exchange of technical and scientific information to advance this time-sensitive work.

ArriveCAN updates for travellers entering Canada All travellers must submit mandatory information in ArriveCAN (mobile app or online at Canada.ca/ArriveCAN) within 72 hours before arrival in Canada. To qualify for public health exemptions, travellers must meet the definition of a fully vaccinated traveller and upload their proof of vaccination. Final determination on whether they benefit from the modified provisions for fully vaccinated travellers is made at the border. Travellers must bring a digital or paper copy of their proof of vaccination with them.

ArriveCAN has been updated to digitally verify the authenticity of the new Canadian COVID-19 proof of vaccination, allowing Canadian officials to easily review it at the border. ArriveCAN users should update their app to ensure the latest functionality. If travellers do not have this new proof, they can continue to upload other proofs of vaccination in ArriveCAN. Acceptance of mixed vaccine doses internationally Canadians vaccinated with mixed vaccine doses followed recommendations made by the National Advisory Committee on Immunization to protect themselves and their communities. It

The first priority for engagement has focused on national health and scientific decision-making authorities with significant impact and influence and with whom Canada has close, trusted relationships, including the U.S. and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United Kingdom, the European Union and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control. The Government of Canada is also engaging with the World Health Organization given its global influence, and has successfully secured supportive commitments to recognize mixed vaccine schedules in numerous G7 and G20 Health Declarations issued in the last several weeks. continued on page 8

Using Canada’s COVID-19 Proof of Vaccination for Travel Using the proof of vaccination for travel in Canada The Canadian COVID-19 proof of vaccination offers multiple benefits and uses, which includes meeting Canada’s new traveller vaccine requirements.

Effective October 30, 2021, all travellers 12 years of age and older departing from Canadian airports, and travellers on VIA Rail and Rocky Mountaineer trains, will be required to be fully vaccinated in order to travel. To allow travellers

time to become fully vaccinated, there will be a short transition period where they will be able to travel if they show a valid COVID-19 molecular test within 72 hours of travel as an alternative to providing proof of full vaccination. If travellers have not already started the vaccination process, or do not start soon, they risk not qualifying for travel as of November 30, 2021.

Visit Boarding flights to and within Canada for more information.

A SPECIAL FACULTY SEMINAR CO-PRESENTED BY THE NATIONAL CENTRE FOR LIVESTOCK AND THE ENVIRONMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SCIENCE

NUTRITIONAL IMPORTANCE OF ANIMAL PROTEIN IN THE DIET PRESENTED BY DR. TERESA A. DAVIS PROFESSOR OF PEDRIATICS, USDA/ARS CHILDREN’S NUTRITION RESEARCH CENTER AT BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2021 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Streamed via YouTube Q&A via Sli.do using access code #AnimalProtein Animal-sourced protein foods, such as meats, poultry, eggs, milk, and fish are abundant in energy and micronutrients that are challenging or impossible to obtain solely through plant-based protein consumption.

Many studies suggest that animal-sourced protein foods provide crucial nutrients that alleviate several chronic diseases, such as those associated with aging, obesity, and poor growth. Deficiencies in the nutrients provided by animal-sourced protein foods can result in anemia, sarcopenia, and impaired cognitive function, among other outcomes. The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, published by the United States Department of Agriculture and Department of Health and Human Services, supports the role of animalsourced protein foods in the diet at every life stage, beginning at birth. Animal-sourced protein foods are consumed worldwide and contribute to food security of the population.

Teresa Ann Davis, Ph.D. is a Professor of Pediatrics at the USDA/ARS Children’s Nutrition Research Center at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) in Houston, Texas. She received her doctorate from the University of Tennessee (UT) and her postdoctoral training from Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Davis is internationally recognized for her National Institutes of Health and U.S. Department of Agriculture supported studies on the nutritional regulation of protein metabolism and growth. Dr. Davis received the Animal Growth and Development Award and the Morrison Award from the American Society of Animal Science (ASAS), the Stockstad Award from the American Society for Nutrition (ASN), the Centennial Leader Award from UT, and the Research Mentor Award from BCM. She was a member of the USDA/HHS 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee and is an ASN and ASAS Fellow. Dr. Davis has served as ASAS Director-at-Large and President of ASN and is the current Editor-in-Chief of The Journal of Nutrition and President-Elect of ASAS.

Intake for Ag Action Manitoba – Assurance: Beneficial Management Practice Activities opens November 8th Includes intake for BMP 503 ‒ Managing Livestock Access to Riparian Areas — professional and contractor fees • Alternative watering system equipment — solar, wind or grid powered systems Producers are advised that the intake period for Ag Action Manitoba – Assurance: Beneficial Management Practice activities begins on Monday, November 8th and closes on December 10, 2021 for projects that will occur in 2022/23. More details on available on the Manitoba Agriculture and Resource Development site: https://www.manitoba.ca/agriculture/environ ment/environmental-farm-plan/assurancebmp.html This intake period includes applications for BMP 503 ‒ Managing Livestock Access to Riparian Areas. For this BMP there is a cost share ratio of 50:50 and a funding cap of $10,000 per application. Applicants may submit more than one application.

Under BMP 503 the following costs are eligible: • Water source development – Wells — drilling new or deepening existing wells, test hole drilling, screening, casing, well caps etc.

— water pumps and required plumbing components — professional and contractor fees • Water source development – Dugouts — constructing new or rehabilitating existing dugouts, test hole drilling, etc.

— associated components and installation costs • Permanent fencing to restrict livestock access to surface water and dugouts — construction materials — associated components and installation costs • Permanent pipeline development — pipe, plumbing materials, trenching, earthworks, etc.

— professional and contractor fees • Watering system components* — watering bowls, troughs or storage tanks * Eligible as a part of a water source development project; items are not eligible as a stand-alone.

• personal labour ($25 per hour) and personal equipment use (at set program rates outlined in the Farm Machinery Custom and Rental Rate Guide) Ineligible costs include: maintenance and operation expenses; perimeter fencing for upland grazing management; expenses related to removing or replacing existing fences or water infrastructure, such as storage tanks or water troughs; portable livestock corral panels; portable gas/diesel powered water pumps, generators, water meters; materials and continued on page 11

Intake for Ag Action Manitoba – Assurance: Beneficial Management Practice Activities opens November 8th Includes intake for BMP 503 ‒ Managing Livestock Access to Riparian Areas construction costs for pump houses; aeration systems for dugouts, etc.; above ground pipelines; hauling or pumping of water to fill empty dugouts; and, temporary set up of watering systems.

Examples of other BMPs eligible for cost-shared funding to farmers include: Resource Management Planning, Establishment of a Cover Crop, Increasing Frequency of Perennials in Annual Rotations, Perennial Cover for Sensitive Lands, Improved Pasture and Forage Quality, Intercropping, Farmyard Runoff Control, Relocation of Confined Livestock Areas, and others.

An Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Statement of Competition is not required at time of application, however it is required at time of claim, if approved.

Click here for the application package

EFP Workshops are ongoing through the fall and winter. Dates and locations are posted at www.ManitobaEFP.ca.

Government support cannot exceed 25 or 50 per cent of eligible expenses, depending on project type, with varying funding caps from $10,000 to $100,000. The total maximum amount payable to one farm operation is $60,000 (not including BMP: Barn Odour Reduction and BMP: Managing Livestock Access to Riparian Areas) over the term of the Ag Action Manitoba program. Farmers may apply and receive funding for more than one BMP over the term of Ag Action Manitoba. Only one application per BMP on the same parcel of land and/or for a single project where there may be common components across multiple applications, will be eligible for funding.

Livestock Feed and Transportation Drought Assistance Program

Frequently Asked Questions What is the purpose of the Livestock Feed and Transportation Drought Assistance Program?

The program was developed in consultation with industry to help meet the needs of Manitoba producers experiencing low moisture levels.

The program will assist livestock producers affected by low moisture conditions in 2021 to purchase feed in order to maintain their breeding herds. Producers may be eligible to apply for two types of assistance: 1. Feed assistance - buy and test feed for eligible breeding animals 2. Feed transportation assistance - transport purchased feed from distant locations for eligible breeding animals Who is eligible for the Livestock Feed and Transportation Drought Assistance Program?

Primary producers who owned or leased the eligible animals, located in Manitoba, as of June 1, 2021 and continued to own or lease them to March 15, 2022 or later are eligible.

Eligible animals include breeding head of beef and dairy cattle, horses raised for Pregnant Mare Urine (PMU), sheep, goats and bison. Breeding animals are mature females exposed to breeding (male or artificial insemination) and males used previously for breeding.

The producer must own or lease a minimum of 10 animals (by animal type) to apply for the program.

How do I apply?

Applicants can download the Application Form, Declaration of Eligible Breeding Animals, and associated program documents on the website at manitoba.ca/agriculture. Application packages can also be picked up at any of the ARD/MASC Service Centres, or mailed to you by calling us at 1-844-769-6224. The minimum value of receipts required to submit an application is $500.

Review the AgriRecovery Drought Assistance – Farmers Guidebook for detailed information on eligible and ineligible costs and other program requirements.

When is the deadline to apply to the program?

April 15, 2022 is the final day to apply.

Can multiple applications be submitted?

Yes, you can submit more than one application until program maximums are reached.

1. Feed Assistance What feed assistance can I apply for?

The eligible feeds that can be purchased for eligible animals from June 1, 2021 to March 15, 2022 to maintain them over the winter include:  grazed corn and greenfeed  mechanically harvested hay, silage, greenfeed, stover, straw, including those purchased as standing crops or grazed in a swath  grain and concentrates (pulses, oilseeds, canola meal, soybean meal, screenings, dried distillers grain and other feeds as approved by the Program Administrator) When can eligible feeds be purchased? Are claims retro-active to a certain date?

Eligible feed purchases can occur from June 1, 2021 to March 15, 2022.

Is there assistance for feed testing the eligible feedstuffs?

Yes, the program will pay for feed testing to determine the nutritional value of eligible feeds.

Can feed be purchased for feeders or non-breeding animals?

No, feed for feeders, growing animals or non-breeding aged animals is not eligible under this program.

How will livestock feed assistance payments be calculated?

The administrator will make payments to the applicant for purchases and testing of Eligible Feed made between June 1, 2021 and March 15, 2022, as follows:  On a per breeding head basis, a producer share will be applied $50 per head for beef and dairy cattle, bison and horses (PMU only) and $10 per head for sheep and goats.  Payments will be equal to 75 per cent of the purchased cost of feed and feed testing that exceeds the producer share to a maximum per head payment. The maximum payment is $250 per head for beef and dairy cattle, bison and horses (PMU only) and $50 per head for sheep and goats.

How are the breeding head determined in calculating payments?  Breeding head are based on the number declared on the Declaration of Eligible Breeding Animals at the time of first application. The declaration is the number of head being maintained and fed over winter, and does not include animals that have or will be sold prior to March 15, 2022. If applicants reduce their breeding animals below the number declared with their first application, they should contact the Program Administrator and submit a new declaration.

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2. Feed Transportation Assistance What feeds qualify for feed transportation assistance?

Feed transportation assistance is provided for the movement of eligible feed types (hay, straw, greenfeed, stover, silage, grain and concentrates) to eligible breeding animals. The eligible concentrates are pulses, oilseeds, canola meal, soybean meal, screenings, dried distillers grain and other feeds as approved by the Program Administrator.

What are the eligible dates and distances for feed transportation?

Transportation costs for eligible feed purchased and transported between June 1, 2021 and March 15, 2022, for a minimum distance of 40 kilometres up to a maximum one-way distance of 600 kilometres.

What are the payments for the feed transportation assistance?

Payments will be calculated on the tonnes hauled on a per loaded kilometre basis up to 600 kilometres.

For hay, straw, greenfeed, stover, and silage the payment rates are:  $0.16 per tonne kilometre for the first 100 kilometres of a haul  $0.10 per tonne kilometre for the remainder of a haul for up to an additional 500 kilometres.

For grains and concentrate, the payment rate is $0.05 per tonne kilometre up to 600 kilometres.

Payments for each receipt or invoice provided by the applicant will be the payment rate multiplied by the distance transported multiplied by the number of tonnes transported, or the amount of the receipt, whichever is less. Feed can be hauled further than 600 kilometres; however, the extra distance is not eligible for payment.

Can feed be sourced from outside of Manitoba qualify for assistance?

Feed can be sourced from outside Manitoba and the shipping will still be eligible based on the program’s rates and distances.

Does the feed transportation assistance come out of the feed assistance funding?

Feed transportation assistance is in addition to funding available to a producer for feed purchases. It is not subtracted from the $250 per head cap for beef, bison and PMU horses or $50 cap for sheep and goats.

Is feed transportation assistance available for animals moved to an alternate feeding location?

Feed transportation assistance is not available for animals for which producers have received assistance to move eligible animals to an alternate feeding location under the Livestock Transportation Drought Assistance program.

Alternate feeding locations should have adequate feed locally available for the animals moved.

What feed is not eligible for feed transportation assistance?  Feed for market animals or ineligible animals.  Feed produced on your own operation.  Feed for breeding animals that are sold/culled prior to March 15, 2022.  Feed that is sold or replaces similar feed that is sold.  Feed transported less than 40 kilometres.  Feed transported to an alternate feeding location used to house eligible animals for which the applicant received payments under Livestock Transportation Drought Assistance.

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The Economic Multiplier Effect of

Canada’s beef cattle industry A sustainable driver of the national economy

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Canada’s economic and environmental sustainability is dependent on the health of its beef cattle sector — from cow-calf producers and feedlots to processors. The beef industry’s significant contribution to the economy is not always apparent by looking at farm cash receipts alone. A study of the indirect and induced impacts of the beef sector reflects a bigger picture of how the industry drives Canada’s economy.

beef ranches & feedlots generate

347,352 jobs across Canada

with every job in the sector yielding another 3.9 jobs elsewhere in the economy.

The red meat processing sector is the largest segment of the Canadian food manufacturing sector, with $16.3 billion in annual revenue, providing direct employment for 58,000+ people.

The Canadian beef sector represents 15% of total farm cash receipts, making it the second largest farm income source, averaging $9.1 billion annually. For income received by workers and farm owners, every

$1 = $6.22

created elsewhere.

The “Economic Impacts of Livestock Production in Canada -- A Regional Multiplier Analysis” was completed in April 2021 by Dr. Suren Kulshreshtha at the University of Saskatchewan and Cecil Nagy, with assistance from Jillian Brown and Allan Florizone. The publication was made possible with funding from the Beef Cattle Research Council and the Canadian Beef Cattle CheckOff. A summary is available at: https://www.beefresearch.ca.

The beef cattle industry contributes

$21.8 billion to Canada’s GDP

at market prices (2018-20)

www.beefresearch.ca

Manitoba Beef Producers 2021 DroughtRelated Industry Survey reservoirs, restoring existing water sources, or hauling water. Producers are also asked to indicate their intentions with respect to herd sizes going forward, such as projected culling rates.

This survey should take about 5-10 minutes to complete. Your participation is sincerely appreciated.

In support of Manitoba Beef Producers’ drought-related advocacy efforts with the federal and provincial governments, MBP is conducting a confidential producer survey to gather further data on the impact the drought is having on the province’s beef sector.

For example, producers are being asked to identify their estimated percentage of feed/forage production compared to last year.

Producers are asked to indicate if they are incurring additional fencing costs in order to access alternate sources of feed for grazing.

There are questions related to the drought’s impact on water resources. This includes investments producers are having to make in this area, such as digging new wells or

Note: All data and comments collected will be aggregated before being used for MBP’s advocacy activities. No operation-specific identifying information will be shared with governments.

Thank you in advance for your consideration in completing the survey which can be found at the following link:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ YX52PFG MBP is continuing to engage with government officials about the severity of the drought, its effects on producers and the need for a timely, multi-pronged approach to help the beef industry deal with the immediate and longerterm implications of the drought.

Environmental Farm Plan Workshops Availability Due to COVID-19, all EFP workshops will be taking place virtually via Online Meetings until further notice.

To register for an EFP workshop, click on the link “Register now!” in the link below for your preferred workshop date. Once registered, you will then receive an email with a link to access the meeting. Workbooks are mailed and you should receive yours approximately 1 week prior to the workshop. You can also visit this link to register: Environmental Farm Plans (EFP) are an essential part of every farm operation. These workshops will guide producers through the EFP workbook to help assess and identify the environmental assets and risks on their farm operations, and develop an action plan to address the identified risks. Workbooks and support material will be provided to those who attend. There is no preparation required for this workshop.

EFPs must be renewed every five years to remain valid. If you are unsure if your EFP is valid, please contact KAP to inquire at (204) 697-1140.

https://www.gov.mb.ca/agriculture/environme nt/events-and-deadlines/index.html Note: Workshops are currently available through November 2021.

The next available workshop is November 3, running from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

RDAR makes Major Investment in CBIN Genetics Data Platform to Improve Efficiency and Profitability of Cattle Producers October 19, 2021 (Edmonton, Alberta) - Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) has invested $640,000 in a collaborative research project with the Canadian Beef Improvement Network (CBIN) to springboard the development of a unified, standardized, and producer-accessible beef cattle genetics data platform.

Through this platform, CBIN will provide commercial cattle producers and the entire beef production chain with access to critical data that will help better inform genetic decisions and improve environmental and economic sustainability.

“Genetic data is essential to ensuring Alberta beef continues to be known worldwide for being the best. This project is a prime example of the innovation Alberta is known for, with industry groups working together to find new opportunities and new markets for their producers. I’m interested in seeing how this project benefits our ranchers and the province as a whole.”

Devin Dreeshen, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry To date, eight Canadian beef cattle breed associations have committed to participate in the development of CBIN under the leadership of the Canadian Beef Breeds Council. This datadriven platform will benefit Canadian cattle producers directly. CBIN will give producers access to on-farm, on-demand genetic information to improve herd quality and inform marketing and genetic selection decisions.

Genetic data has value as a change agent. Today, genetic information is available to help producers make essential breeding decisions on fertility, growth, feed efficiency, disposition, calving ease, and carcass measures, to name a few. However, the beef industry underutilizes genetic data, and significant opportunities for producers to optimize their herd genetics are missed. By utilizing the CBIN platform to inform genetics decisions, producers will realize substantial benefits by capturing environmental efficiencies, improving animal and herd health and management, and validating product quality.

The collaborative framework of CBIN’s genetic advancements and technological innovations will be vitally important for the whole Canadian beef industry.

“Data-driven genetic decisions and adoption of innovative genetic technologies will benefit all segments of the Canadian beef production chain from conception right through to consumption. Genetics has the potential to create benefits across the board, in the areas including, but not limited to, production efficiencies, environmental sustainability, animal health and welfare, food security and food product outcomes.”

David Sibbald, President, Canadian Beef Breeds Council & Chair, Canadian Beef Improvement Network

This project is unique as it seeks to bring an innovative solution to an existing gap in data capture, standardization, and digitalization in beef production. By adopting new genetic technologies and increasing genetic data literacy, Canadian beef producers will be better able to interpret the genetic data of their herds. By using data to inform breeding decisions, producers will improve economic efficiencies and reduce their environmental footprint.

“Alberta produces some of the best beef in the world. To help our industry expand markets and compete globally, there needs to be an improvement in producers’ genetic literacy and the use of genomics within our beef industry. By understanding and sharing the linkages of beef genetic data, along with other production metrics, we will see increased profitability and competitiveness in our industry.”

Clinton Dobson, RDAR Director of Research RDAR is proud to support this research project. The work will drive the integration and adoption of genetic innovations, standardizing genetic data capture and simplifying data access, assisting Canadian beef producers in making better decisions.

RDAR’s funding contributions – of which $576,000.00 comes from the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP) – are valued at $640,000 over 18 months.

To learn more about RDAR research projects, please visit rdar.ca/research

About the Canadian Agricultural Partnership The Canadian Agricultural Partnership is a five-year, $3 billion investment by Canada’s federal, provincial, and territorial governments to strengthen and grow Canada’s agri-food and agriproducts sectors. This commitment includes $2 billion for programs cost-shared by the federal and provincial/territorial governments, with the programs designed and delivered by provinces and territories.

About RDAR RDAR is a not-for-profit organization that will continually consult with Alberta’s crop and livestock producers to set research priorities and distribute funds. Its mandate is: to support results driven agriculture research priorities and programs that will increase the competitiveness and profitability of Alberta’s agriculture industry. Arm’s length from the provincial government, RDAR is funded by two sources: The Government of Alberta, the Government of Canada, and Alberta’s Government through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership program. rdar.ca About CBIN The Canadian Beef Improvement Network is a collaborative network established to increase genetic data utilization, validate genetic influence, and drive market signals to create value within the Canadian beef industry. Members and advisors include: Canadian Beef Breeds Council; Canadian Cattlemen’s Association; 8 Canadian Breed Associations; National Cattle Feeder’s Association; Cargill; McDonald’s; Beef Cattle Research Council; Lactanet Canada; and AgSights RDAR Media Inquiries: Janada Hawthorne Communications Lead Results Driven Agriculture Research 780-903-2734 or janada.hawthorne@rdar.a Page 2 of 3

News Release Canadian beef producers encouraged with expanding interest in CPTPP

October 18, 2021

Calgary, AB – Canadian beef producers are encouraged with the latest interest in trade expansion through the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Since CPTPP came into effect on December 30, 2018, Canadian beef exports have increased 37 per cent in volume and 35 per cent in value (2020 vs. 2018). From January to August 2021, exports continue to rise to CPTPP countries and are up 60 per cent in volume and 66 per cent in value.

There is growing interest from various markets to join the CPTPP, with official applications by the United Kingdom, Taiwan and China, and further interest by South Korea. The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association has been a consistent advocate for the further expansion of the CPTPP subject to review of specific country barriers and potential for beef trade.

“We expect the Asian region to hold the largest potential for growth in beef demand over the next 25 years and securing further access to key Asian markets is a priority for us,” said Bob Lowe, President of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association. “We are encouraged to see other countries’ interest in joining CPTPP, as long as they meet the ambitious nature of the trade agreement, which should open and expand exports for Canadian beef farmers and ranchers.”

Canadian beef producers export approximately fifty per cent of beef produced in Canada and this trade adds a value of $775 CDN per animal in comparison to if producers were only able to sell into the Canadian market.

For further information, contact: Communications Manager Canadian Cattlemen’s Association communications@cattle.ca

The CCA is the national voice for Canada’s beef cattle industry representing 60,000 beef farms and feedlots.

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MANITOBA BEEF PRODUCERS Scholarship Application Deadline Extension ***Due to ongoing disruptions arising from the COVID-19 pandemic (and the related impacts on high schools and post-secondary institutions) MBP has pushed the application deadline for its 2021 scholarship competition into December instead of the usual June intake deadline. This application intake process is for students who will be undertaking post-secondary studies in the 2021-22 academic year.

Manitoba Beef Producers is pleased to make available six $500 scholarships annually for MBP members or their children attending a university, college, other post-secondary institution or pursuing trades training. Preference will be given to those students pursuing a field of study related to agriculture or to those acquiring a skilled trade or pursuing a career that would be beneficial to the rural economy.

THE DEADLINE TO APPLY HAS BEEN EXTENDED: Completed applications and all supporting documents must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. Friday, December 3 2021. A selection committee will review the submissions.

Winners will be notified by January 5, 2022.

The scholarship criteria is as follows: Eligibility: • Must be at least 17 years of age as of January 1, 2021.

• Must be an active Manitoba beef producer or the child of an active Manitoba beef producer. Note: This can include beef producers returning to school after a period of time in the workforce.

• Post-secondary program or trades training must be a minimum of one year in duration.

Items You Are Required to Submit: • Completed application form; • A typed 600-word (maximum) essay discussing “What the beef industry means to my family, my community and Manitoba.” Also include the reasons you enjoy being involved in agriculture.*; • A copy of your transcript (either high school, or a recognized college, university or trade school); • Proof of enrolment in a recognized institution (current transcript, or your acceptance letter, or a letter of intent indicating your intended institution and field of study).

• A list of community involvement (e.g. 4-H, community clubs, volunteer work, etc.); and, • The names of two references, including their addresses and telephone numbers.

Submissions and ALL documentation must be sent no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, December 3, 2021 to: Manitoba Beef Producers Scholarship Committee 220 – 530 Century Street Winnipeg MB R3H 0Y4 E-mail: info@mbbeef.ca Fax: (204) 774-3264 For more information, please contact Manitoba Beef Producers at 1-800-772-0458 or email info@mbbeef.ca. *Scholarship winners’ essays will be published in MBP’s newspaper Cattle Country.

MBP 2021-22 Academic Year SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION PLEASE PRINT Name: _______________________________________________________________________________ Mailing address: _______________________________________________________________________ Telephone: _____________________________ Email: __________________________________________ Date of birth: _____________________________ Parents’ names if you are under 18: _______________________________________________________ Are you a beef producer? _____________________________ Are you the child of a beef producer? ________ If yes, what is their name(s)? __________________________ Institute of current enrolment: ________________________________________________________________ Current or intended program of post-secondary study or skilled trades training: __________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Duration of post-secondary program or skilled trades training: _________ year (s)

Essay: Please submit a typed 600-word (maximum) essay* on the topic “What the beef industry means to my family, my community, and Manitoba.” Also include the reasons you enjoy being involved in agriculture. *Note: Scholarship winners’ essays will be published in Manitoba Beef Producers’ newspaper Cattle Country.

Please return the completed application form, transcript, and proof of enrolment in a post-secondary institution or an apprenticeship program or a letter of intent to pursue further studies, a list of your community involvement, the typed essay and, your references no later than 4:30 p.m., Friday, December 3, 2021 to: Manitoba Beef Producers Scholarship Committee 220 – 530 Century Street Winnipeg, MB R3H 0Y4 Email: info@mbbeef.ca Fax (204) 774-3264