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Reminder
MBP has six $1,000 scholarships 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. Applications are due Friday, June 20, 2025. See page 11.
Drone Safety Message From the Province of Manitoba re: Wildfire Situation
The airspace near wildfires is closed to all aircraft, including drones, except those involved in fighting fires.
If a drone is spotted near a wildfire, emergency response teams must ground their operations to avoid the risk of collision. This endangers the onthe-ground firefighters and nearby communities.
The Canadian Aviation Regulations state that only someone with permission can fly a drone within 9.3 kilometres (5NM) of a wildfire. If you break these rules, you could be subject to fines up to $25,000 or imprisonment for up to 18 months. Under
Manitoba’s The Wildfires Act, you could be fined up to $100,000 or imprisoned for up to two years for impeding wildfire response.
Before flying a drone during the wildfire season, make sure there are no smoke plumes or active wildfires nearby. Check our current wildfire information and NAV Drone, which provides realtime access to Notices to Airmen (NOTAM) and restricted air space information.
Do your part to keep our firefighters and the communities they serve safe – Don’t fly drones near wildfires.
High-to-extreme fire danger continues across Manitoba and human activity continues to significantly contribute to the province’s current wildfire situation.
➡ Level 3 fire and travel restrictions are in effect for burn permit Areas 1-22. For the full area map and detailed restriction information, visit https://bit.ly/45zncxs.
➡ Many municipalities have implemented burning restrictions. Check with your local municipal office or view the interactive burning restrictions map at https://bit.ly/3FiqIlk for more information.
➡ A full fire ban remains in place at all provincial parks across Manitoba. No fires of any kind, at any time of day, are permitted until further notice. This includes campfires in approved fire pits. For park closures, travel and fire restrictions, visit https:// bit.ly/3Fxinu3.
Reminder: Still Time to Complete Surveys for May Agroclimate Impact Reporter
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada is still collecting reports for the May Agroclimate Impact Reporter. If you have already completed the survey, thank you! We’re not just interested in hearing about extraordinary conditions; we’re also interested in hearing if conditions are normal for the time of year.
Your response will help accurately represent the impacts of weather in your region. The data collected from this survey will help inform recommendations for Livestock Tax Deferral, and the Canadian Drought Monitor.
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DRONES AND WILDFIRES
The airspace near wildfire is closed to all aircraft, except those involved in fighting fires. If you fly a drone over or near a wildfire:
Emergency response teams are forced to ground their operations. This endangers lives.
You are breaking the law. You could face serious penalties, including fines and jail time.
Before flying a drone, make sure there are no smoke plumes or active wildfires nearby. Use drones responsibly.
See something dangerous or illegal?
Call our 24/7 reporting line at 1-800-782-0076
manitoba.ca/nrnd/wildfire_ program/index.html
Manitoba Government Declares State of Emergency to Protect Manitobans from Wildfires
(May 28, 2025 Province of Manitoba News Release)
The Manitoba government is declaring a provincewide state of emergency under the Emergency Measures Act, Premier Wab Kinew and Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Lisa Naylor, minister responsible for the Emergency Measures Organization, declared based on the recommendation from Manitoba’s wildfire and emergency management officials.
“With the wildfires in northern Manitoba intensifying, our government has triggered a provincewide state of emergency to help us through this crisis,” said Kinew. “The safety of Manitobans is, and will always be, our number one priority.”
The state of emergency is initially in effect for 30 days once issued and may be extended if necessary. This ensures federal, provincial and local resources can be delivered in a co-ordinated response to help protect Manitobans, noted the premier.
In addition to the state of emergency declaration,
the city of Flin Flon and the First Nations of Pimicikimak and Mathias Colomb have issued mandatory evacuation orders. All residents and visitors must evacuate the communities as soon as possible before midnight tonight.
“This is the largest evacuation in many Manitobans’ living memory and this will require significant resources and co-operation from all levels of government,” said Kinew. “I have spoken with the prime minister and we have asked for the support of the Canadian Armed Forces in transporting evacuees. There are hundreds of people who are mobilized to get you to safety and provide help. This is what Manitobans do, and we will get through this.”
All evacuees are urged to follow the instructions of the emergency alerts in their communities with specific instructions on how to make their way to safety. Visit www.manitoba.ca/emo/guide/index.html for more information.
Reception Centre Being Set Up in Winnipeg for Wildfire Evacuees
(May 28, 2025 Province of Manitoba News Release) Evacuees from wildfires in Manitoba who are travelling toward Winnipeg are encouraged to shelter with their friends and family first, if possible.
Those who do not have a place to stay are asked to proceed to the reception centre staffed by provincial Emergency Social Services (ESS) and the Canadian Red Cross at Billy Mosienko Arena, 709 Keewatin St., Winnipeg. The reception centre opened at 9 p.m. and will remain open all night.
All evacuees are encouraged to register as soon as possible online at www.redcross.ca/2025manitobawildfires or by calling 1-800-863-6582 (toll-free) between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m.
Registration with the Canadian Red Cross ensures people can be contacted while away from home and can be reached with information on services and assistance that may become available to them during this difficult time. Registration also helps the province ensure it can allocate supports where they are most needed.
Statistics Canada’s Farm Income, 2024 (preliminary)
Source: Statistics Canada’s The Daily for May 28, 2025
Farm cash receipts — Canada
Realized net income for Canadian farmers fell by $3.3 billion (-25.9%) to $9.4 billion in 2024. This was the largest percentage decrease in realized net income since 2018. Lower farm cash receipts and slightly higher operating expenses led to the decrease. Excluding cannabis, realized net income was down 23.0% to $9.7 billion.
Realized net income is the difference between a farmer's cash receipts and operating expenses, minus depreciation, plus income in kind.
Realized net income fell in every province in 2024, excluding Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia.
Saskatchewan posted the largest decline (-$1.3 billion), mainly due to lower crop revenues. Crop revenues account for nearly threequarters of farm cash receipts in Saskatchewan; the decrease in crop prices, combined with the modest 0.6% increase in total farm operating expenses, led to the large decrease in realized net income in the province.
receipts was mainly the result of lower prices for most major grains and oilseeds.
Prices for most major crops began to decline in 2023, following two consecutive years of strong growth, as domestic production recovered and supplies improved. Ample domestic and international supplies continued to put downward pressure on the price of grains and oilseeds in 2024, leading to lower receipts, despite higher marketings.
Farm cash receipts fall on lower crop receipts and program payments
Farm cash receipts fell $1.6 billion to $97.9 billion in 2024, and were down in five provinces, led by Saskatchewan (-$1.3 billion) and Manitoba ($433.5 million).
Weaker crop prices pull crop receipts down
Total crop receipts declined 6.2% to $52.1 billion in 2024. This was the largest percentage drop in crop receipts since 2003. The decline in crop
Crop receipts fell in most provinces, with the Prairies recording the largest declines, led by Saskatchewan ($1.7 billion) and followed by Alberta (-$1.1 billion) and Manitoba (-$662.9 million).
Lower crop insurance payments push program payments down
Total direct payments to Canadian producers fell 10.8% to $5.9 billion in 2024. This was the second consecutive double-digit decline, following two years of strong increases in 2022 (+23.6%) and 2021 (+71.8%), when drought-related losses led to higher payments.
Crop insurance payments, which made up close to 60% of total direct payments, declined 10.2% in 2024, with Alberta (-$283.9 million) and Saskatchewan (-$226.9 million) posting the largest decreases. Generally better growing conditions for some principal field crops in 2024 supported increased yields, lessening the demand for crop insurance payments.
Moderating the decrease in total direct payments were increases in AgriStability payments (+50.5% to $600.9 million) and private hail insurance payments (+47.8% to $256.5 million).
Statistics Canada’s Farm Income, 2024
(preliminary)
Rising cattle prices push livestock receipts up Livestock receipts rose 6.9% to $39.9 billion in 2024, on gains across all livestock sectors except poultry. All provinces reported higher livestock receipts.
Cattle and calves receipts were up 11.6% to $16.7 billion in 2024, accounting for more than two-thirds of the rise in total livestock receipts. The cattle market continued to record historically high prices, due to steady domestic and international demand for beef, as well as smaller herds in Canada and the United States. In 2024, average prices for cattle and calves were more than 50% above the 5- and 10-year averages.
Receipts from the supply-managed sector posted their slowest growth in four years, up 2.0% to $15.2 billion in 2024. Higher receipts from eggs (+4.0%) and unprocessed milk from bovine (+3.9%) were responsible for this gain, which was moderated by a decrease in receipts from turkeys for meat (-4.4%) and chickens for meat (-2.1%), both down on lower prices. A combination of increased production and declining feed prices put downward pressure on production expenses, leading to slightly lower prices for poultry in 2024.
Total farm operating expenses rise on higher interest expenses and livestock and poultry purchases
Total farm operating expenses (after rebates) rose 2.4% to $78.3 billion in 2024.
For the second consecutive year, interest expenses led the gain in total farm operating expenses, up 28.6% in 2024 from the previous year. In response to easing inflation, the Bank of Canada began cutting its key interest rate in mid-2024 after over two years of hikes. Producers took on more debt, driving up interest expenses. Farm debt rose 14.1% in 2024 the largest annual increase since 1981.
Livestock and poultry purchases rose 12.6% to $4.3 billion in 2024. Although there were fewer cattle, hogs, and lambs marketed across provincial borders compared with 2023, higher prices for these animals drove the overall increase in livestock and poultry purchases.
Commercial feed expenses moderated the increase in total farm operating expenses in 2024, falling 10.7% to $10.4 billion. Commercial feed expenses started declining in 2023, as production and supplies for most grains and oilseeds improved, following tight supplies in 2021 and 2022.
Lower prices pushed fertilizer expenses down 7.2% to $9.1 billion in 2024. Fertilizer prices continued to weaken in 2024 as supplies improved and key products involved in the production of fertilizer, such as natural gas, recorded price decreases.
Total farm expenses (after rebates), which include operating expenses (+2.4%) and depreciation (1.3%), increased 2.0% to $88.6 billion in 2024. Total farm expenses were up in every province except Newfoundland and Labrador (-1.7%) and Manitoba (-0.8%).
Total net income declines
Total net income decreased by $5.2 billion compared with 2023 to $7.7 billion in 2024.
Total net income is realized net income adjusted for changes in farmer-owned inventories of crops and livestock. Total net income represents the return to owner's equity, unpaid farm labour, management and risk.
Excluding cannabis, total net income decreased by $4.9 billion to $8.0 billion in 2024.
To see accompanying charts, go to: https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/dailyquotidien/250528/dq250528aeng.htm?utm_source=mstatcan&utm_medium=em l&utm_campaign=statcan-statcan-mstatcan
Dangerous river conditions and fluctuating water levels on Red River
(May 27, 2025 PSPC News Release) Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise the public that the section of the Red River between Lockport and Lister Rapids may experience large fluctuations in water levels. There was a significant amount of rainfall in the south of the province, causing unusually high flows into the Red River.
As a result of rising water levels in Winnipeg and to the south, the dam at the St. Andrews Lock and Dam will be releasing more water. Water levels
between Lockport and Lister Rapids are therefore forecasted to drop over the coming days. Depending on conditions, a section of the movable dam may need to be removed.
Waters downstream and in proximity to the dam should always be treated as dangerous, but can become even more so as water levels increase.
PSPC encourages the public to exercise caution when approaching the area of the dam and the Red River due to fluctuating water levels and debris.
AAFC Updates on Remission Relief re: Tariffs, Cyber Security Tool Kit and TFWP
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s (AAFC) Industry Engagement Division is pleased to share with you updates of general interest to the agriculture and agri-food sector.
Update re: U.S. Tariff Situation: Updated Details on Remission Relief Under the U.S. Surtax Remission Order
The Government of Canada is providing updated guidance on the United States Surtax Remission Order (2025), a temporary duty-relief measure that entered into force on April 16th, 2025. This measure provides time-limited, immediate relief for imports from March 4, 2025 until October 15, 2025 to a broad cross-section of Canadian businesses for goods imported from the U.S. that are used in Canadian manufacturing, processing and food and beverage packaging, and for those used to support public health, health care, public safety, and national security objectives.
On May 20, 2025, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) updated Customs Notice 2519 to provide additional guidance on the scope of the temporary relief.
Key clarifications for agri-food businesses include:
• Eligible claimants: Who the eligible claimant is for the remission process
• Ineligible businesses: The type of business activities that would not be eligible (goods used in primary material production including harvesting of agriculture goods)
• Food and Beverage
Packaging: Specifications for eligibility/non-eligibility of packaging for food products and beverages
We strongly encourage businesses to consult the updated Customs Notice 25-19: United States Surtax Remission Order (2025) to understand the implications for their operations. For agriculture and agri-food businesses for which this temporary remission relief does not apply, Canadian businesses can still request remission through the general process outlined here: Process for requesting remission of tariffs that apply on certain goods from the U.S. - Canada.ca
Support for Canadian exporters faced with U.S. tariffs
Information, tools, and support to help your business navigate the tariffs imposed on Canada by the U.S. Guidance on how to export duty-free to the U.S. under the Canada-United StatesMexico Agreement (CUSMA).
Get help with CUSMA compliance: Call our support line at 1-833-760-1167.
New Cyber Security Toolkit
The Cyber Security Preparedness Guide, can help detect, respond to and recover from cyber incidents. We want to help SME producers protect what matters the most! Available to download now on AAFC’s cyber security website, the Guide can help establish procedures and documentation that reduce the impact of a cyber incident on a farming business. Don’t forget to check out the whole toolkit, packed with helpful tips, checklists and practical advice. AAFC is empowering SMEs to stay safe and make informed decisions to protect against cyber threats.
Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program -Preparing for Hazardous Weather Conditions
As an employer taking part in the TFW Program,
AAFC Updates on Remission Relief re: Tariffs, Cyber Security Tool Kit and TFWP
please find below important information about your responsibilities in the event of hazardous weather and natural disasters, such as floods and wildfires.
Get prepared
During hazardous weather conditions and natural disasters, employers must continue to meet their Program obligations. Remember to always keep your evacuation plan up to date and be ready to:
• Follow municipal, provincial or territorial evacuation orders;
• Know your local evacuation routes and procedures; and
• Have a communication plan and maintain contact with temporary foreign workers during the weather event.
For tips on getting prepared, visit Get Flood ready and Get prepared: Wildfires
What to do if your business is impacted by hazardous weather or a natural disaster
• You must continue to meet your obligations under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. If you believe that you have not met your Program obligations, inform us using voluntary disclosure
• If any temporary foreign workers are unreachable, notify the regional processing centre
• If your business cannot operate and you need to lay off temporary foreign workers, issue records of employment (ROEs) so they can apply for Employment Insurance benefits.
• If you have made changes to your Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), including layoffs, inform the Employer Contact Centre.
For more information
Visit Hire a temporary foreign worker with an LMIA for more information on the Program.
· Communicate with the Employer Contact Centre if you have questions about your LMIA application.
· The information included in this email, along with information specific to temporary foreign workers, can be found on the webpage: Help for individuals affected by hazardous weather and natural disasters
Community Outreach and Liaison Service
Through the Community Outreach and Liaison Service (COLS), Service Canada offers a responsive outreach and provides support to employers and workers facing labour market adjustments and communities facing emergency situation. To learn more about COLS or to request an outreach activity, visit canada.ca/outreach-services
Employment and Social Development Canada encourage you to share this information within your networks and with anyone who may need to be aware of this information.
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
Applications for The Environmental Stewardship Award
Are Due to MBP by December 12, 2025
Manitoba Beef Producers (MBP) is accepting applications until Friday, December 12, 2025 for consideration for the local awarding of The Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA).
Since 1996, TESA has recognized producers who go above and beyond standard industry conservation practices and set positive examples for other cattle producers and the general public. As stewards of a vast portion of the Canadian landscape, Canada’s beef cattle producers play a significant role in protecting and enhancing the environment. They continuously strive to improve existing stewardship conservation practices to create a sustainable future – always farming for tomorrow.
At the local level, a producer receives provincial recognition for their outstanding environmental contributions. In Manitoba, this occurs in conjunction with MBP’s annual general meeting held in February. All provincial award recipients then move forward to compete for national recognition from the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA). The national TESA recipient is announced during the CCA’s semiannual meeting held in late summer or early fall
Each nominee exemplifies significant innovation and attention to a wide range of environmental stewardship aspects in their farm or ranch operation. Such innovations extend beneficially to areas far beyond their land, including water, wildlife and air.
How to Nominate
All beef cattle operations in Canada are eligible to apply for consideration for TESA. Interested producers can either nominate themselves, or be nominated by another individual or an organization. All methods are equally encouraged. More details and the application form can be found at: https://www.cattle.ca/sustainability/tesa
Note: If you are a producer who is considering self-nomination, MBP can provide you with guidance and suggestions on completing the application process.
The completed application form, along with all supporting documentation (such as letters of support, photos and/or videos), is to be submitted to Manitoba Beef Producers by email to info@mbbeef.ca no later than Friday, December 12, 2025. If you have questions, please feel free to contact the MBP office at 204-772-4542.
Wildfire Information For Producers
Due to the dry conditions, parts of Manitoba have been affected by wildfires. The following is information that may be useful to producers affected by these conditions, or those preparing for the possibility of a wildfire.
For current information re: the wildfire situation, including fire maps, fire and travel restrictions, etc., go to:
https://www.gov.mb.ca/nrnd/wildfire_program/
To report a wildfire call:1-800-782-0076 (tollfree)
A reminder about individual responsibilities during an emergency from the provincial Emergency Management Organization (EMO):
Step 1: – Producers/Individuals are the first point of responsibility to deal with their own emergency situation.
Step 2: – If individuals cannot provide appropriate response to their emergency situation, their local municipality is the first point of contact for emergency-related information and assistance.
Step 3: – If the local municipality cannot handle the situation, that municipality will contact the Emergency Management Organization (EMO) for assistance. If EMO requires Manitoba Agriculture’s assistance, they will assign an issue to our emergency coordinator.
Producers who need to transport livestock to an alternate area are encouraged to book a transport company immediately to ensure service.
Protecting livestock and crops
Source: Manitoba Wildfire Evacuation Guidelines
• Owners should have an evacuation plan for livestock threatened by fire. If animals can’t be moved to a safe area on your property, make and confirm transportation and feeding arrangements in advance. Obtain insurance coverage for all farm resources at risk from fire, including crops and livestock.
• The risk to farm animals can be reduced by preparing and maintaining fuelreduced areas. Livestock can be moved and held there during a fire. Use a plowed or heavily grazed field with a minimum of grass or stubble. If possible, this field should be shaded and located well away from any forested areas. Water should be available.
• Concrete or metal buildings located away from forest vegetation are another livestock shelter option.
• As a last resort, if you are unable to move livestock to a safer area, cut fences and turn the animals loose, as long as there is no danger to people or traffic.
For more information about preparing for a wildfire, go to:
https://www.gov.mb.ca/nrnd/pubs/fire/wildfire _evacuation.pdf
Manitoba Agriculture also has information about evacuating livestock: https://www.manitoba.ca/agriculture/animalhealth-and-welfare/emergency-
Wildfire Information For Producers
preparedness/caring-for-livestock-duringevacuation.html
Manitoba Emergency Management Organization guide for individuals facing an emergency:
https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/guide/individuals/ index.html
Animal Health Canada resources re: emergency preparedness:
https://animalhealth.ca/ https://animalhealth.ca/otheremergencies/fires/
Mental health supports are available through entities such as:
https://supportline.ca/farm-support-services/ https://manitobafarmerwellness.ca/
To encourage uptake of VBP+ in Manitoba, MBP is launching an incentive pilot to encourage adoption and to enhance data management for producers who are already VBP+ Certified. Please click on the graphic for information on eligibility criteria and application details.
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR THE 2025 CANADIAN BEEF CHECK-OFF AGENCY AWARD
It is no surprise that Canada’s beef industry continues to focus on the engagement of young entrants into the beef industry, whether that be grassroots producers, future leaders of our national and provincial organizations, or industry partners along the value chain.
The Canadian Beef Check-Off Agency (the Agency) continues to diversify its youth strategy with the renewal of the annual scholarship, aimed at students who intend to make an impact in Canada’s beef industry.
The scholarship is open not only to beef producers and those directly involved with their families, but it is open to students who can see unique ways to make an impact through marketing, research, public engagement, and other areas where check-off dollars are invested to generate value for the beef industry in Canada.
“We are working hard to ensure that we are engaging the next generation of industry leaders,” said Trevor Welch, Agency Chair. “This scholarship allows us to reach pockets of young producers that we often find it challenging to connect with.”
Adeleen Bolduc, the Agency’s Youth Member and member of the scholarship committee, sees value in the extensive range of career paths that can help shape Canada’s beef industry.
“Our scholarship outreach is one of the most successful communications programs to date at the Agency ”, said Bolduc. “We have been focusing on different platforms to get the word out to young beef industry stakeholders and it has been extremely positive.”
While preference may be given to applicants who are beef producers or have a background in agriculture, it is not a requirement for the scholarship.
Applicants are asked to submit a 1-2 minute video, showcasing their desire to improve and grow Canada’s beef industry in a unique way. The investment of the beef check-off in Canada delivers value to the beef industry, and the scholarship seeks to support those who want to make an impact in the same way.
The deadline for scholarship applications is June 30, 2025 and the selected applicant will be announced during the Agency’s AGM in August 19, which will be held virtually.
Apply by June 30 at cdnbeefcheckoff.ca/scholarship
Trevor Welch, Agency Chair
Adeleen Bolduc, Agency Youth Member
CANADIAN BEEF CHECK-OFF AGENCY
SCHOLARSHIP
The Canadian Beef Check-Off Agency has established a scholarship to encourage and support students pursuing post-secondary studies in the field of agriculture, agricultural research, or with an agriculture background pursuing studies in marketing or other areas of impact to the beef industry.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible for the $2000 scholarship, applicants must:
• be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
• be accepted to or attending a designated post secondary institution
• be accepted to or attending a full-time program relating to:
• agriculture or agriculture business
• marketing, communications or public relations
• science and research including veterinary medicine
• human health and nutrition
• policy and economics
Note: Preference will be given to applicants who are active beef producers or have a background in agriculture, but it is not a requirement.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants must submit to the Canadian Beef Check-Off Agency:
• an application form
• a link to a creative video no longer than two minutes, showcasing how their background in agriculture, paired with their education, can help grow the future of the beef industry in Canada
• an official acceptance letter or current enrollment document to a designated post-secondary institution
Videos must be posted to YouTube, marked as public, and the link shared in the application form.
The recipient will be selected by committee on the basis of video content, and desire to improve and grow Canada’s beef industry in a unique way. Knowledge and understanding of Canada’s national beef strategy, checkoff system and national beef organizations is preferred.
Manitoba Agriculture Pasture Tour
GREEN AND GROWING
Manitoba Agriculture invites you to join us for a pasture tour in northwest Manitoba featuring multiple aspects of summer pasture and forage management, including solar watering, cover cropping, alfalfa weevil monitoring for hay production and more!
Date: Monday, June 23, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Place: Ste Rose Recreation Centre – 555 Maillard Street Ste Rose, MB
Registration: $ 40 (includes bus transport, lunch and supper)
Payable to the Intermountain Watershed District
Pre-Registration REQUIRED on or before Friday, June 20, 2025
Please call 1-844-769-6224 to register
Agenda
8:00 a.m. Sign in at the Ste Rose Recreation Complex Parking Lot
9:00 a.m. Bus Departs 9:00 a.m. SHARP
9:15 a.m. Covering New Ground – Nature’s Shield for Healthy Soil using Cover Crops
Shauna and Clayton Breault – Ste Rose, MB
Imperial Seeds
10:15 a.m. Sun Powered Grazing
Corn Grazing and solar powered watering systems
Dean Gamache – Ste Amelie, MB
11:30 a.m. “Bugged Out” - Weevil Watch, Grasshoppers and Dung Beetles - what to watch for in your forage fields!
John Gavloski – Manitoba Agriculture Entomologist
12:30 p.m. Midday Fuel Break - Gagnon Seeds
Darren and Ryan Gamache
1:15 p.m. Growing Green – Basics of Establishing Forages
Dr Dan Undersander – University of Wisconsin
2:15 p.m.
Secure Your Herd and Harvest: Livestock & Forage Insurance That Works MASC Forage and Livestock Insurance Programs Rachel Jensen – Dauphin
3:00 p.m. Minerals Matter: Optimizing Pasture
Health for Peak Performance
Kevin and Lindsay Cherpin – Alonsa, MB
Dr. Deanne Wilkinson – Manitoba Agriculture Extension Veterinarian
Jordan Dickson - Ruminant Nutritionist
New Rosedale Feeds
4:30 p.m. “Evening Eats” BBQ supper
Hosted by Alonsa Go Getters 4-H Club
5:30 p.m. Bus Departs for Ste Rose return
