E-Newsletter
MBP at the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair
Stop by, say hello and take a photo with Bindi from the Manitoba Burrowing Owl Recovery Program (Wednesday and Saturday morning), see our cow-calf pair, try out the Guardians of the Grasslands grazing simulation video game, chat with MBP staff and directors, plus more! The MBP booth is located in the Flynn Arena near the entrance to the Royal Farmyard.
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Reminder
Applications for the 2025-2026 Canadian Cattle Young Leaders program year are open until March 31.
Applications are open to young people ages 18-35 with a passion for the Canadian beef industry. Please note, you don’t need to be involved in primary production to apply. Click the graphic to find out more information.
Manitoba Government Announces Made-InManitoba Program to Help Address Trump Tariffs Partnership with Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters will Help Manitoba Businesses in Face of Economic Threats: Premier
(March 27, 2025 Province of Manitoba News Release)
The Manitoba government is investing up to $1.5 million in grant funding to the Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) to develop a made-in-Manitoba program that will offer tariff response support and programming for Manitoba manufacturers that may be impacted by United States President Donald Trump’s tariffs, Premier Wab Kinew and Business, Mining, Trade and Job Creation Minister Jamie Moses announced.
“While President Trump threatens our economy with tariffs, we’re standing up for Manitoba workers and the businesses that power our economy,” said Kinew. “By partnering with CME, we’re ensuring that Manitoba manufacturers are equipped to respond to the impacts of U.S. tariffs.”
“CME is pleased to see Manitoba step up with important funding to help manufacturers respond to tariffs,” said Terry Shaw, regional vice-president, Prairies, CME. “This tariff response programming will provide our manufacturers with the tools they need to diversify their markets, protect Manitoba jobs and mitigate the impact of tariffs.
The made-in-Manitoba tariff response program includes business and workforce training on tariffs and market diversification, a made-in-Manitoba summit to promote business-to-business connections and financial support for tariff planning consultations.
“We’re proud to invest in CME to support Manitoba’s manufacturers in Trump-proofing our economy and strengthening supply chains across the province,” said Moses. “This made-in-Manitoba tariff response program will help businesses continue to grow in this uncertain economic climate.”
CME’s expertise in the manufacturing industry makes them a strong partner to reach Manitoba manufacturers and equip them with information and support to face the economic uncertainty of the proposed tariffs, noted the minister.
Budget 2025 outlined protections from potential tariffs which included tax deferrals for Manitoba businesses and up to $200 million in loans and targeted supports to help businesses address the challenges of tariffs and pivot to new markets. The province has also created a U.S. Trade Council and launched the Support Manitoba. Buy Local. campaign to help Manitobans support the province’s business community and workforce by purchasing local goods and services.
To see a list of local Manitoban businesses and services, visit www.manitoba.ca/buylocal.
To learn more about Manitoba’s Budget 2025, visit www.manitoba.ca/budget2025.
Province Releases March Flood Outlook
Low-to-Moderate Risk of Spring Flooding Along Manitoba Rivers and Lakes
(March 25, 2025 Province of Manitoba News Release) Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre reports the risk of spring flooding is low to moderate for most Manitoba rivers throughout the spring period. Spring flood risk is largely dependent on weather conditions from now until the melt is done.
At this time, the centre advises most lakes are expected to be within their desired operating ranges after the spring runoff and the risk of flooding along Manitoba lakes is low. A moderate risk of flooding is in effect for the Assiniboine River main stem from Russell to Brandon, Souris River, Qu'Appelle River and Interlake region (including the Fisher River and Icelandic River). A low (minor) flood risk is in effect for the Red River, Pembina River, Rat River, Roseau River, Winnipeg River, Saskatchewan River, Churchill River, Carrot River and Swan River, and the Whiteshell Lakes area.
The Hydrologic Forecast Centre is monitoring a precipitation system that could bring up to 15 cm of snow over the weekend to most central and southern Manitoba basins. The effect of this precipitation system is included in the current flood outlook.
reservoir inflows to reduce flooding downstream as well as ensure a sufficient reservoir level for recreation and water supply.
Ice-cutting and breaking activities are completed on the Red and Icelandic rivers. Icecutting and breaking activities will be conducted along the Fisher River this week.
Spring flood risk is largely dependent on weather conditions from now until the spring melt and throughout the spring. Daily temperatures are warming gradually and ice thickness and strength will continue to deteriorate. Citizens are advised to stay off waterways, rivers and retention ponds.
Minimal operation of the Red River Floodway and the Portage Diversion may be necessary to mitigate future weather conditions. The Shellmouth Dam is being operated in consultation with the Shellmouth Dam liaison committee to provide storage capacity for
The Manitoba Emergency Management Organization (EMO) continues to work with all local authorities and emergency management partners to provide guidance and support to prepare for and respond to spring flooding. This includes reviewing existing emergency plans, sharing information and preparing resources used in flood response. Additionally, Manitoba EMO continues to work with Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) and Municipal and Northern Relations (MNR) to support ISC and MNR-led preparation activities for First Nations and Northern Affairs communities.
The 2025 spring flood outlook report is available at:
www.gov.mb.ca/floodinfo/pdf/2025/March_202 5_flood_outlook_report.pdf
Government of Canada announces support for agricultural sector following the imposition of tariffs by China
(March 22, 2025 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada News Release) Our hard-working producers provide world-class food to Canadians and the world. Their products meet the highest standards, our inspection systems are robust, and we adhere to rules-based trade.
Following the conclusion of China’s domestic ‘anti-discrimination’ investigation launched against Canada on September 26, 2024, China imposed 100% tariffs on canola oil, canola meal and peas, as well as 25% tariffs on certain pork, fish and seafood products. The Government of Canada is deeply disappointed by this decision, which will hurt Canadian farmers, harvesters and businesses, and will raise prices and diminish choice for Chinese customers, as well as in the agriculture, fish and seafood, retail, restaurant, and food-preparation industries.
The agriculture sector is experiencing multiple challenges, including the tariffs imposed by China, trade uncertainty with the United States, and other risks like animal disease. To help our hard-working producers get through these challenges, today, the Honourable Kody Blois, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food and Rural Economic Development announced supports for the agricultural sector through AgriStability.
AgriStability offers affordable, whole farm protection to support producers when challenges are beyond their capacity to manage. The additional proposed supports include increasing the compensation rate from 80% to 90% and doubling the current payment cap to $6 million for the 2025 program year.
To get money to producers faster, the Government of Canada has also provided provincial and territorial governments with the
option to proactively enter into an agreement to issue interim payments at a higher payment rate and initiate Targeted Advance Payments in the event of tariffs, or for the hog sector in the event of African Swine Fever. In provinces and territories that adopt these enhancements, it would mean producers enrolled in AgriStability will be eligible to apply for an interim payment up to 75% of their estimated final payment for the 2025 program year. Additionally, an administrator will be able to establish a Targeted Advance Payment for the 2025 program year, for example, where analysis shows that market disruptions have resulted in a sufficient loss to trigger AgriStability payments for a particular sector or region.
The Government of Canada will always stand up for the Canadian agricultural industry and support their interests and success at home and in markets abroad. The Government of Canada will continue to work with provincial and territorial partners and industry stakeholders moving forward and remains open to engaging in constructive dialogue with China to resolve our trade differences on the basis of mutual respect and equality.
Quotes
“China’s decision to apply these tariffs will have a devasting impact on our farm families and their communities. We’re working hard to diversify our trading partnerships and establish new markets, but we know the sector needs support now. Today’s announcement is a direct result of their advocacy – and our commitment to them. As Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food and Rural Economic Development, I will continue to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with our producers and will defend the sector every step of the way.”
Government of Canada announces support for agricultural sector following the imposition of tariffs by China
The Honourable Kody Blois, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food and Rural Economic Development
Quick facts
• Canola is Canada’s second-largest acreage crop, with over 21 million acres produced annually. It generated $13.6 billion in farm cash receipts in 2023.
• Canadian exports of canola meal to China were valued at $920.9 million in 2024 while exports of canola oil were worth approximately $21 million. Canada’s pea exports (dried and fresh) to China were worth $303.6 million in 2024.
• In 2024, Canada exported $468.6 million worth of pork products to China.
• Canada and the United States are important trade partners for agri-food, with bilateral trade in these areas reaching $101.3 billion (CAD) in 2024.
• Temporarily doubling the current AgriStability payment cap to $6 million, which has not been updated in over 20 years, would ensure that more producers receive support at a level appropriate to their farm size.
• AgriStability is cost-shared between the federal and provincial/territorial governments with the federal government contributing 60% and the provincial/territorial government contributing 40% of the costs.
• Producers are encouraged to take advantage of the business risk management programs at their disposal to help them navigate uncertainty and safeguard their livelihoods, including AgriStability, AgriInvest, AgriInsurance and the Advance Payments Program.
• The second intake of applications for the AgriMarketing, AgriCompetitiveness and AgriDiversity programs, under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership, is now open. The AgriMarketing Program helps industry expand exports and seize new market opportunities.
• To support the Canadian agriculture and food industry as U.S. tariffs are implemented, Farm Credit Canada is providing $1 billion in new lending through the Trade Disruption Customer Support program to help alleviate financial challenges.
Associated links
• Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership
INDUSTRYANNOUNCMENT
Another year of guaranteed financial return and industry investment for CRSB Certified beef producers from Cargill and its supply chain partners
Tuesday, March 25, Calgary, AB — The Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (CRSB) works collaboratively with its members and partners to support the efforts of farmers and ranchers and the investment they have made to advancing sustainability. Together with its customers, Cargill is sponsoring another year of the Certification Recognition Credit for CRSB Certified operations and some exciting broader investments to benefit beef producers
This year’s Certification Recognition Credit will be provided for another year to “fill the gap” for Canadian beef producers who have made the upfront investment of becoming CRSB Certified but did not receive at least $400 CAD in financial return for qualifying cattle processed in 2024 as part of the existing Cargill Qualifying Cattle Credits. We would like to recognize Cargill’s sourcing partners contributing to this effort: Centennial Food Solutions, Gordon Food Service, Intercity Packers (Cactus Club Cafe and CHOP Steakhouse & Bar), MacGregors Meat & Seafood, Metro, Recipe Unlimited and Walmart
Cargill is also excited to partner with McDonald’s Canada to further invest in the Canadian beef industry. Over the next two years, Cargill and McDonald’s will invest in producer-facing resiliency programs, youth and industry engagement, and research to continue to build on the Canadian beef industry’s strong foundation supporting responsibly raised cattle.
“I would like to extend my sincere thanks to these organizations for supporting the CRSB Certified program for another year. CRSB has prioritized identifying long-term solutions to ensure certification provides financial value and enduring benefit to producer participation,” said Ryan Beierbach, Chair of the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef and beef producer from Whitewood, Saskatchewan. “We think the CRSB Certified program is an important tool for the Canadian beef sector to demonstrate continuous improvement, and I am pleased to see so many organizations formally recognizing its value and supporting participating farmers and ranchers.”
CRSB Certified operations do not need to apply separately for the Certification Recognition Credit from Cargill and can expect their payment in April 2025. Provided that the operation became certified or was an active CRSB Certified operation in 2024, and maintains an active certification at the start of 2025, the operation is eligible to receive a Certification Recognition Credit. The credit is based on the difference between $400 CAD and the amount that the operation earned via Cargill’s Qualifying Cattle Credit payments in 2024.
To make the most of CRSB Certification, and give cattle the chance to qualify for Cargill’s per head Qualifying Cattle Credit payment program, certified producers must be sure to take the following steps:
1. Certification to the Sustainable Beef Production Standard through a CRSB-approved Certification Body: Verified Beef Production Plus, Ontario Corn Fed Beef Quality Assurance (CRSB) Program or Where Food Comes From.
2. Consent to sharing information with the Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (CCIA) for the purposes of CRSB Chain of Custody. This is done by the Certification Body.
3. Submit birth dates (age verify) in the Canadian Livestock Tracking System(CLTS)1 ; and
4. Submit move-in events2 for all cattle movement to a new operation.
“We want to recognize the commitment of Canadian producers in ensuring the viability of this program and their dedication to sustainable practices,” said Eliza Clark, VP Sustainability, Cargill Food. “We are also grateful for the many Cargill customers who continue to invest in sustainability initiatives. It is their support of programs likeCRSBCertifiedthat allows us to create and sustain high standards for sustainability practices across the Canadian beef supply chain.”
For more information on this Certification Recognition Credit and Cargill’s existing Qualifying Cattle Credits, visit the Cargill website
Formoreinformation,contact:
Andrea White
CRSB Director, Marketing and Stakeholder Relations
Email: info@crsbcertified.ca
AboutCanadianRoundtableforSustainableBeef
The Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (CRSB) advances, measures and communicates sustainability in the Canadian beef value chain in collaboration with its multi-stakeholder membership. It drives continuous improvement through sustainability performance measurement and goals, a voluntary 3rd party sustainability certification program, and projects and initiatives aligned with strategic goals. Learn more at crsb.ca.
TheCertifiedSustainableBeefFramework, known as CRSB Certified, provides credible assurances for the production, processing and sourcing of beef through certified supply chains in Canada. Learn more at crsbcertified.ca.
1 Birth date user guide: Canadian Cattle Identification Agency Canadian Livestock Tracking System Resource Centre. https://support.canadaid.ca/clts/submit-events/animal-events/birth-date/
2 Submit animal move-in event user guide: Cattle Identification Agency Canadian Livestock Tracking System Resource Centre. https://support.canadaid.ca/clts/submit-events/animal-events/move-in/
About Cargill
Cargill is committed to providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions, and industrial products to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, we partner with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living.
Our 160,000 team members including our nearly 9,000 colleagues in Canada innovate with purpose, providing customers with life’s essentials so businesses can grow, communities prosper, and consumers live well. With 159 years of experience as a family company, we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thing today and for generations to come. For more information, visit Cargill.com and our News Center
About Centennial Food Solutions
Centennial Food Solutions is a top provider of customized quality centre-of-the-plate products in Western Canada. Our goal is simple: to connect our communities through great food and exceptional service. Our reputation as a dependable and flexible partner is why discerning restaurants, retailers, foodservice, and trading companies choose us time and time again. With branches across Western Canada and a vast network of business brands, we are uniquely positioned to bring value to our partners at every turn. For more information, visit centennialfoodsolutions.com or contact info@centfs.com
About Gordon Food Service
For 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We’ve grown to become the largest family-operated broad-line food distribution company in North America by upholding the same business approach since 1897 being passionately committed to the people we serve. For more information, visit www.gfs.ca
About Intercity Packers
Since our story started in 1963, our team of meat and seafood lovers have always cared deeply about the quality of our products and where they come from. We work hard to source the best products available from Canada’s lands and seas and are passionate for providing innovative meat and seafood products. With six decades in the industry and four locations across Canada, Intercity Packers Meat & Seafood has cultivated a rich history of bringing customers high quality and carefully sourced products along with the best customer service. For more information, visit www.intercitypackers.ca
About Macgregors Meat & Seafood
Macgregors Meat & Seafood is a true Center-of-the-Plate Specialist. Exclusive partnerships with Certified Angus Beef, Niman Ranch, and Organic Ocean Seafood deliver inspiration, expertise, choice and possibility across multiple protein categories for foodservice and retail. From artisanal dry-aging and sustainable sourcing, to opportunities to reduce food waste and improve
operational efficiency with quality fully cooked proteins. A tradition of excellence since 1949. Canadian. Independent. Family Owned. For more information, visit www.macgregors.com
About McDonald's Canada
In 1967, Canadians welcomed the first McDonald's restaurant to Richmond, British Columbia. Today, McDonald's Restaurants of Canada Limited has become part of the Canadian fabric, serving close to 2.5 million guests coast-to-coast every day. In both franchised and corporateowned restaurants, nearly 100,000 people are employed from coast-to-coast, and more than 90 per cent of McDonald's 1,400 Canadian restaurants are locally owned and operated by independent franchisees. Of the almost $1 billion spent on food and packaging, more than 85 per cent is purchased from suppliers in Canada. For more information on the actions McDonald’s Canada is taking, both big and small, visit our website and interactive timeline.
About METRO Inc.
With annual sales of more than $20 billion, METRO Inc. is a food and pharmacy leader in Québec and Ontario, providing employment to more than 97,000 people. Its purpose is to Nourish the health and well-being of our communities. As a retailer, franchisor, distributor, manufacturer, and provider of eCommerce services, the company operates or services a network of some 980 food stores under several banners including Metro, Metro Plus, Super C and Food Basics, and 640 pharmacies primarily under the Jean Coutu, Brunet, Metro Pharmacy and Food Basics Pharmacy banners. For more details, visit corpo.metro.ca
About Recipe
Founded in 1883, Recipe Unlimited Corporation is Canada's largest full-service restaurant company. The Company franchises and/or operates some of the most recognized brands in the country including Swiss Chalet, Harvey's, St-Hubert, The Keg, Montana's, Kelseys, East Side Mario's, New York Fries, Bier Markt, The Landing Group of Restaurants, Original Joe's, State & Main, Elephant & Castle, The Burger's Priest, The Pickle Barrel, Marigolds & Onions, Blanco Cantina, Añejo, Fresh and Ultimate Kitchens.
Recipe's iconic brands have established the organization as a nationally recognized franchisor of choice. More information about the Company is available at www.recipeunlimited.com.
About Walmart Canada
Walmart Canada operates a chain of more than 400 stores nationwide serving 1.5 million customers each day. Walmart Canada's flagship online store, Walmart.ca, is visited by more than 1.5 million customers daily. With more than 100,000 associates, Walmart Canada is one of Canada's largest employers and is ranked one of the country's top 10 most influential brands. Walmart Canada was recently recognized as a LinkedIn Top Company of 2022. Walmart Canada has made a commitment to regeneration – focusing on equitable opportunity, sustainability, community, ethics and integrity. Since 1994, Walmart Canada has raised over $650 million to support communities across Canada. Additional information can be found at walmart.ca and on Walmart Canada’s social media pages – Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
Commercial importers provided 30-day extension to submit financial security before the end of CARM transition period
(March 26, 2025 CBSA News Release) When the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) system was launched externally on October 21, 2024, a 180-day transition period was introduced to grant commercial importers additional time to post their financial security electronically while benefitting from the Release Prior to Payment (RPP) Program. In response to feedback received from stakeholders, the CBSA will grant a 30-day extension to the transition period.
Importers will now have until 3 am EDT on May 20, 2025, to post their financial security in the CARM system. Importers who do not post financial security in CARM by May 20, 2025, will no longer be able to benefit from having their goods released electronically at the border prior to making payment of the duties and taxes.
Without RPP, importers will have to pay all duties and taxes before goods can be released.
Once enrolled in the RPP Program, importers are not required to visit a commercial office to pay for the duties and taxes owed at time of release of their commercial shipment. Electronic enrollment also means that importers can avoid longer paper-based processing times. As such, all importers are strongly encouraged to make arrangements to post financial security well before the deadline of May 20, 2025.
Quick facts
• Since the external launch of the CARM system, a new financial security model
exists whereby all commercial importers must post their financial security in CARM either by making a deposit into their importer account or by entering into a financial security agreement with a financial security provider to benefit from the Release Prior to Payment (RPP) Program.
• Participating in the RPP Program offers several benefits :
o Accelerated Goods Release: minimizing potential costs and delays
o Deferred Accounting and Payment for goods: improving cash flow management
o Enhanced Supply Chain Efficiency: reducing border wait times and expediting customs clearance
Associated links
• CARM: CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management
• Customs Notice 24-27: CARM October Implementation – Transition Measures
• CBSA reminds importers to submit financial security before CARM transition measure ends in April
• Memorandum D17-1-8: Release Prior to Payment Privilege
• Memorandum D17-5-2: Financial Security for Release Prior to Payment
Feedback Sought on Proposed Changes to Manitoba’s Disaster Financial Assistance Regulation
MBP note: The Manitoba government is undertaking a public consultation through the EngageMB portal with respect to proposed changes to the province’s Disaster Financial Assistance Regulation. Detailed information can be found at the link below.
As well, the provincial government will be holding a series of webinars in April on the proposed changes. See separate notice in this edition of the e-newsletter for dates and times. To register for webinars go to: https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/dfa/webinar.html
MBP has been advocating for enhancements to the DFA program to make it more responsive to the unique needs of beef producers, and believes the types of regulatory changes that are being proposed should be beneficial to those affected by natural disasters.
MBP is encouraging producers to take in the webinars to learn how the proposed regulatory changes will work and to consider providing feedback on them.
https://engagemb.ca/disaster-financialassistance-regulation
(Source: EngageMB website) Canada has announced changes to the Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements (DFAA), a federal program that provides funding to provinces and territories for the costs of responding to, recovering from, and mitigating against natural disasters. The proposed amendments to Manitoba’s Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program will align Manitoba’s program with the revised DFAA to provide greater support to Manitobans and local governments during and after a natural disaster, but without passing additional costs on to program participants.
As per the information posted on the EngageMB website and the Proposed Information Regulation document:
The key proposed changes to the DFA Program include:
• The DFA program will allow rebuilding of damaged assets (structures and infrastructure) to a more resilient standard (“build back better”). For assets located in high-risk areas that sustain damage, eligibility for future assistance will be contingent on mitigating the risk as part of recovery.
• Businesses/organizations that earn up to $15 million in gross revenue are now eligible (increased from $2 million). The revenue cap for eligibility can be waived for organizations offering affordable housing, essential service providers, and communal societies.
• Removal of restrictive eligibility requirements which shut many Manitoba farms, businesses and organizations out of past programs. For example, removal of restrictions that excluded farms that have more than two owners.
• Increase the maximum assistance amount to private sector claimants from $300,000 to $3 Million. The $3M maximum can also be waived for organizations offering affordable housing, essential service providers, and communal societies.
Feedback Sought on Proposed Changes to Manitoba’s Disaster Financial Assistance Regulation
• Extended period of eligibility for recovery of municipal assets from one year to two years.
• Expanded eligibility of protective natural assets (not just built infrastructure) to achieve resilience and mitigation.
• New eligibility for mental health, psychosocial supports, and financial counselling for disaster-affected people.
• Expanded eligibility for delivery of nonmonetary services and supports to those affected by a disaster, including case management, transition planning, and targeted support for vulnerable populations.
• Expanded recovery supports which include greater support for temporary housing for displaced persons, community recovery and resilience planning, and post-disaster lessons learned reports.
• New eligibility for organizations to provide targeted and temporary supports to low income or individuals,
households or populations who are more likely to experience disproportionately negative recovery outcomes.
• Allowing EMO to issue payments based on proof of loss for essential belongings or non-major damage to a home or essential structure, instead of making claimants submit receipts showing repair/replacement.
There are also significant federal changes made to the DFAA, and which will flow through Manitoba’s DFA Program to disaster-affected Manitobans:
• The definition of areas at high-risk of flooding and the required standard to mitigate for assets in high-risk areas is increased from 1:100 year flood to 1:200 year flood.
• Expanded eligibility for different types of homes (fix-in-place mobile home, trailer, houseboat, collective or cooperative housing, transitional housing, etc.).
Individuals, Homeowners and Tenants
Tuesday April 8 – 7:00 pm
Monday April 14 – 7:00 pm
Small Businesses, Farms, and Non-Profit Organizations
Tuesday April 8 – 10:00 am
Wednesday April 16 – 3:00 pm
Register Below!
Manitoba Emergency Management Organization is hosting webinars to let Manitobans know about proposed changes to the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) program.
Register for the webinar that suits you the best. To register, use the link or QR code below.
https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/dfa/webinar.html
New restrictions due to Foot and Mouth Disease in Hungary and Austria
(March 27, 2024 CFIA Notice) Please be advised that a further outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) has been identified in Hungary, with restrictions extending into Austria. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is implementing import restrictions for the commodities listed below from Austria to safeguard the health of Canada’s livestock and mitigate the economic impact of a potential FMD outbreak in Canada. Restrictions are already in place for Hungary.
• FMD Susceptible species:
• Suidae (pigs, wild boar)
• Bovinae (cattle, bison, water buffalo)
• Caprinae (sheep, goats)
• Camelidae (llamas, alpacas, vicunas, guanacos, and Bactrian camels)
• Antilopinae (antelopes, gazelles, blackbucks, springboks, gerenuks, dibatags)
• Cervidae (deer, elk, moose, caribou, reindeer)
• Any cloven-hooved (two-toed) animals not listed above
• Insectivores (tenrecs, hedgehogs, shrews, moles)
• Giraffe and okapi
• Tapirs
• Hippopotami
• Xenarthra (anteaters, sloths, armadillos)
• Aardvarks
• Affected commodities of FMD susceptible species:
• Live animals and germplasm
• Uncooked meat and meat products
• Raw milk and milk products, including unpasteurized cheese
• Unprocessed manure
• Laboratory material
• Blood products
• Raw or unprocessed pet food
• Raw hides, skins, wool, antlers, horns, hooves
• Any other non-heattreated products or byproducts from species named above
• Animal feed and equipment that have been in contact with affected animals
New restrictions due to Foot and Mouth Disease in Hungary and Austria
Products and by-products from affected species collected or slaughtered before the date of the critical monitoring period are eligible to enter Canada, but the date of slaughter or collection must appear in the documentation. If there is no date of slaughter or collection on the certificate, then the signature date of the certificate will be used. Shipments of affected commodities originating from susceptible species originating from Austria must be accompanied by certification that they were collected or slaughtered prior to February 25, 2025, or else the signature date of the certificate must be prior to February 25, 2025.
An additional message will be sent if some regions of the country are recognized by Canada as free of the disease and imports from these free zones may resume.
Please consult the Foot and Mouth Disease –Disease Freedom webpage for more information.
If you have any questions, please contact the Animal Products and By-products Import inbox at APABPImport@inspection.gc.ca. For routine inquiries, your local CFIA office remains your first point of contact.
MANITOBA BEEF PRODUCERS 2025-26 Scholarship Intake
Manitoba Beef Producers is pleased to make available six $1,000 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.
This application process is for students who will be undertaking post-secondary studies or trades training in the 2025-26 academic year. The deadline to apply is 4:30 p.m. on Friday, June 20, 2025.
The scholarship criteria are as follows: Eligibility:
• Must be an active Manitoba beef producer or the child of an active Manitoba beef producer Note: This can also include active beef producers returning to school after a period of time in the workforce.
• Must be pursuing post-secondary studies or trades training in the 2025-26 academic year.
• Post-secondary programs or trades training must be a minimum of one academic year in duration.
Items You Are Required to Submit:
• The completed application form;
• Either a typed 600-word (maximum) essay OR a 5-7 minute maximum video submission discussing the topic “What the beef industry means to my family, my community and Manitoba.” Also, you need to identify in the essay or video 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 for 2025-26);
• A list of your community involvement (e.g. 4-H, community clubs, volunteer work, etc.); and,
• The names of two references, including their addresses and telephone numbers
*Note: Scholarship winners’ essays or video submissions and photos will be published in Manitoba Beef Producers’ newspaper Cattle Country in fall 2025 or posted to MBP’s social media channels and website.
The completed application, all supporting documents, references, required essay or video, etc. must be submitted to MBP no later than 4:30 p.m. Friday, June 20, 2025 to the attention of:
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, including steps on how to submit your video, please contact Manitoba Beef Producers at 1-800772-0458 or email info@mbbeef.ca. A selection committee will review the submissions. Winners will be notified by September 12, 2025.
MBP 2025-26 Academic Year SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
PLEASE PRINT
Name:
Mailing address: _______________________________________________________________________
Telephone: _____________________________
Date of birth: _____________________________
Email:
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)? __
Current institute of enrolment: ________________________________________________________
Institute and your intended program of post-secondary study or skilled trades training in 2025-26:
Duration of post-secondary program or skilled trades training: _________ year (s)
Essay or Short Video Submission Requirement: Please submit either a typed 600-word (maximum) essay* OR a 5-7 minute video 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. No preference will be given to either option.
*Note: Scholarship winners’ essays or video submissions and photos will be published in Manitoba Beef Producers’ newspaper Cattle Country in fall 2025 or posted to MBP’s social media channels and website.
Please return the following no later than 4:30 p.m., Friday, June 20, 2025:
• completed application form;
• typed essay or video submission;
• a copy of your transcript;
• proof of enrolment in a recognized institution or an apprenticeship program (current transcript, letter of acceptance, or a letter of intent to pursue further studies);
• a list of your community involvement; and,
• your references
To: Manitoba Beef Producers Scholarship Committee
220 – 530 Century Street Winnipeg, MB R3H 0Y4
Email: info@mbbeef.ca Fax (204) 774-3264
AgriStability
Plan ahead and protect your farm
What is AgriStability?
AgriStability is an important tool that can help you manage risks and financial losses due to poor yields, low commodity prices or rising input costs. Why should you participate in AgriStability?
• Provides support when risks are beyond your capacity to manage
• Personalized and affordable coverage
• Protection for your whole farming operation
• Payments in times of financial distress
• Can be used to secure financing
in the program
2 Pay your fee
Complete and send your AgriStability form
