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One of themosthighly attended Agricultural TradeShows isaboutto returntoFalher, with over150 exhibitionsboothsplannedtobein attendance.
SARDAAgResearchisreadytohostits Agricultural TradeShowfromMarch27to29 at the FalherRegional RecreationComplexand TradeShowCoordinatorEmilyPlihalsays the eventisalreadysoldout.
“We’re excitedtoannouncethatall154booths have alreadybeensoldout,with avariety of exhibitorsfromseedcompaniestochemical companies,constructionbusinesses,lawyers, financialinstitutesand everythinginbetween,” saysPlihal.“We’re hopingthatpeoplefrom throughoutNorthernAlbertawillcomeoutto seeallthegreatexhibitors at theshow.
The SARDAAgResearchTradeShowisheld everyother yearandisusedas amajorfundraiser foragricultural researchinthe regionthatwill benefitnot onlylocalagriculturebusinesses
intheSmokyRiver Region,butprovinceand nationwide.
“SARDAusesmoneyraisedthroughthe showisappliedto varietytrials,inclusiveof wheat,barley, oats,flax,peasand fababeans,” explainsPlihal.“SARDAisalsoplantingnew cropstodevelop strategiestohelpagricultural producers,theseincludeIndustrialHempand Lupins.”
Plihalnotesmoneyisalsoappliedtoproduct testing,someproductstheytestinclude micronutrients,growth regulators,herbicides, and others.
“Themoneyalsoallows SARDAtocomplete vitalresearchthatmoneycannotbeattained forthroughgrantfunding,”shesays.“SARDA alsoholdsmultipleinformationsessions for agriculturalproducers,theyformulatean informationnewsletter,updateourwebsitewith importantinformationand researchfindings, have fielddaysandprovideother extension activities.”
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“We’re superappreciativ receivedsponsorshipfundingfromRichardson Pioneer,SmokyRiver Development,Northern SunriseCou Town of Falher,” says Plihal.“W in-kinddonationsfrom AT NordOuest,RiverCountryFMandSout News.”
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TheSARDAAgResearchAgricultural TradeShowiswidelyknownasa first-class tradeshowandis oftenclassed by exhibitorsandattendeesasthebestshow North ofEdmonton. We have beenhostingtheshow fornearlyfourdecades (22 shows)andhave been workinghardtomaintainourhigh standards,continually addingnewfeatures, exhibitoranddisplays Addednew features overthe yearshave madethe SARDAAgResearchAgricultural TradeShowanattractivetradeshowforagriculturalproducers,businesses,and residentsfromacrossnorthernAlbertato attend.Presently we areintheplanning stagesforthe2025 TradeShow, beingheldinthe FalherRegional Recreation Complex.Dates fortheshoware March27,28, and29,2025. Inconjunctionwithourinitialplanning,weare interestedinseekingcorporate sponsorstoassistinpresenting afirst-classtradeshow andtohelpfundour many researchendeavours. We offersponsorstheopportunitytocontribute at PLATINUM,GOLD,SILVER,orBRONZElevels,alllistedonthenextpage. So,beyondthetradeshow, wherewill yoursponsoredmoneybeapplied? Overthenexttwo years,moneysponsoredwillbeappliedtovarietytrials,inclusive of wheat,oats,barley,flax,peas,and fababeans. We arealsoplantingnewcrops todevelopstrategiestohelpagriculturalproducers,theseincludeIndustrial HempandLupins.Moneyisalsoappliedtoproducttesting,someproducts we
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SARDAalsoholdsmultipleinformationsessions we formulateaninformationnewsletter,updateour informationand researchfindings,have fielddays activities.
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If youand yourassociatesareinterestedin theproduction eventand want tobecomeinvolvedeitheras asponsororasan liketohearfrom youbeforeJanuary30,2025.Any enhanceourshow, heighteningagricultural productionandourcommunity overall.If youhaveany questionsorconcerns, don'thesit numberbelow.
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peopletospendthewholedayatthe event, offering food at twodifferentconcession stands.
“Thekitchen at the RecreationComplexwillbe openduringtheshowand we arealso welcoming Kat’sConcessionbackthis yearinthecurling rinkasan extraconcessionopportunity,” she says.“Folkscancomecheckouttheboothsand thenstayalldaytoexplorealltheopportunities.”
Informationsessionswillalsobehosted at the LogCabin,directlyacrossfromthe Falher RegionalRecreationComplex,held by anumber of businesseshopingtoshare information.
Theseseminarswillbeheld Thursday and Friday.
Alsohappeningthroughthe weekendis aFarmherMarkethosted by theNorthernRuralChicks onSaturday,March29 at theSmokyRiver CommunityHall (formerlyknownasCentre Chevaliersor affectionatelyknownasPink Elephant) onMainStreetinFalher.This event willhave dozens of homemade,homegrownand homecraftedproductsforpurchasethrough
the vendors.Information forthis eventcanbe obtained by emailingnorthernruralchicks@ gmail.com.
Friday willboasta fundraiser fortheSmokyRiver OutdoorCommunityMultisportCourtcalled the TradeShowHoedown.Thiswillbe adinner withentertainment,auctionsandprizeswillbe included.Information forthis evening eventcan be receivedthroughChristine at 780-837-1101. “We’re happytohaveothernon-profit organizationsjoininthroughthe weekend,” Plihalsays.“Thisisan excellentopportunity forbusinessestoshowcasetheirproductsto producersandtogettheirnameout forfuture endeavours.”
Fore more informationonthesponsorship opportunities,oraboutthe eventitself, contactthe TradeShowOrganizer at smokyriveragtradeshow@gmail.comor by phone at 780-837-0563.
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Agricultural Societies Find Innovative Ways to Help Communities Thrive
Four agricultural societies receive Alberta Agricultural Societies Innovation Awards.
Agri-News, February 10, 2025
The Alberta Agricultural Societies Innovation Awards honour agricultural societies for their creativity, resilience and dedication to their communities. In recognition of their outstanding efforts a ricultural societies have been selecte to receive the lberta ricultural ocieties Innovation Award: Edgerton Agricultural Society, Colchester and District Agricultural Society, Lloydminster Agricultural Exhibition, and Grande Prairie Regional Agricultural and Exhibition Society.
The Edgerton Agricultural Society, winner in the Smaller Primary Category, hosted a Mental Health Day featuring renowned speaker Ian Hill, with events tailored for local leaders, high school students and
the broader community. During the event, a local farmer used this opportunity to courageously share his mental health journey, inspiring others to seek help and speak openly about mental health and wellness. The event sparked the creation of a Community Wellness Committee and set the stage for ongoing mental health initiatives and lasting, meaningful change in the community.
The Colchester and District Agricultural Society and Community League, winner in the Larger Primary Category, developed an Edible Forest which provides free, sustainable fruit like apples, plums and haskaps while promoting food security and community-building. Over 90 trees and shrubs were planted in 2022, creating a space for connection, learning and resilience during challenging times.
The Lloydminster Agricultural Exhibition and Grande Prairie Regional Agricultural and Exhibition Society, winners in the Regional Category, partnered to create an event that celebrated First Nations culture through Indigenous dancers, singers, drummers and crafters, fostering cultural understanding and collaboration between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.
The event created a regional circuit for Indigenous ela aces enhancin the sport s profile an strengthening inter-community relationships. This
initiative promoted cultural awareness, supported local tourism, and provided economic opportunities for Indigenous performers, artisans and vendors, leaving a lasting social and economic impact.
Award recipients were presented with a recognition banner an rame certificate at the lberta Association of Agricultural Societies annual convention during the evening banquet on February 7, 2025.
“Driven by passion and initiative, Alberta’s agricultural societies continue to develop creative solutions that enhance the quality of life in towns and cities across the province,” says Susan Lacombe, program coordinator with the Alberta government.
“This award allows us to work together to champion an celebrate the si nificant contributions that a ricultural societies make, while inspiring others to act. Agricultural societies matter and this is one small way for us to recognize and say thank you for the critical work they do to build a stronger Alberta.” NH
B.C. Helps Fruit Growers Prepare for Extreme Weather
Min of Agriculture and Food, Thursday, January 30, 2025
New funding is available to help tree-fruit growers prepare their orchards for extreme weather so people can continue to enjoy the B.C. peaches, cherries and apples that so many farming families and communities depend on.
“Last summer, British Columbians saw almost no local cherries available and missed out on having delicious Okanagan peaches to enjoy,” said Lana Popham, Minister of Agriculture and Food. “We know these climate impacts will continue, which is why we’re helping growers with a new program so their crops and businesses become more resilient in the face of increasingly challenging growing conditions.”
The new $5-million Tree Fruit Climate Resiliency program will help fund things such as protective covers ener efficient heaters an win machines to help uring periods of extreme cold, as well as canopy sprinklers and shade protection to help war off the effects o extreme heat The pro ram also is open to applications for innovative projects to support industry resiliency.
“The Okanagan is home to B.C.’s iconic tree-fruit sector and through my conversations with rowers now how har it has been or them to eal with the effects of extreme heat and extreme cold,” said Harwinder Sandhu, parliamentary secretary for agriculture and MLA for Vernon-Lumby. “Climate change is a real challenge for our farming communities and this new program will help growers with projects an e uipment that support their arms profitabilit resilienc an sustainable food production for the years ahead.”
ultiple rowers ma also ointl appl or a pro ect that benefits more than one producer, such as a wind machine that could be used on multiple properties.
“As one of B.C.’s largest cherry producers, we are seeing an increasingly volatile climate stretching the ability of growers to adapt,” said David Geen, CEO of Jealous Fruits Ltd. “Climate mitigation strategies, such as frost-control materials, installation of wind machines, and researching and developing hardier genetics and varieties can all contribute to a more stable cherry industry. It is great that the B.C. government is listening to grower concerns and providing funding for these industry endeavours.”
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The program was developed with input from the B.C. Fruit Growers Association and the B.C. Cherry Association. The program was announced in August 2024 as one part o overnment s efforts to help tree ruit rowers throu h challen es ace by their industry.
“We greatly appreciate the B.C. government’s commitment to supporting tree-fruit growers with the new $5-million Tree Fruit Climate Resiliency proram This un in is a si nificant step towar helpin us prepare our orchar s for the challenges posed by extreme weather, ensuring that families and communities can continue to enjoy our locally grown peaches, cherries, and apples,” said Deep Brar, vice-president, B.C. Fruit Growers’ Association, and a tree-fruit grower. “The climate has been exceptionally tough on our growers for the past few years, with devastating impacts from heat domes and cold snaps. We look forward to working closely with the government and other stakeholders to ensure the tree fruit industry in British Columbia remains strong and sustainable for generations to come.”
QUICK FACTS:
• The $5-million program will provide 80% cost-share funding for eligible projects up to a maximum of $100,000 per farm business.
• Applications are being accepted and will continue until funds are fully committed.
• inistr o riculture an oo staff are available to answer uestions regarding eligible activities, costs and/or the application process.
• Applicants can contact AgriServiceBC@gov.bc.ca with questions about the program or to receive support in developing their applications.
• The pro ram buil s on the extreme weather prepare ness pro ram an offers specific support to tree ruit pro ucers ollowin several ears o extreme weather that severel affecte peach pear plum cherr an apple pro ucers NH
Blair Roth Inducted Into Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame
Blair Roth honoured for his contribution to building Alberta’s special crops industry, from agronomics and variety selection to marketing.
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This farm boy from Bow Island is deeply honoured and humbled to stand before you today as an inductee into the Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame,” says Blair Roth. “This recognition really is a testament to the collective efforts o man in ivi uals who supporte an inspire me throu hout m career I would never have dreamed that this was possible, or even warranted.
“I would like to express my heartfelt thanks and gratitude to my family. Their unwavering support and encouragement have been the foundation of any success I’ve ever had. And to my friends, colleagues, customers and mentors, thank you for sharing your knowledge and wisdom and pushing me to strive for excellence in everything I do. They saw more in me than I did myself, and I’m eternally grateful for that.”
lair oth has been a tireless a vocate or special crops si nificantl a vancing opportunities for Alberta and Canadian farmers. Born in Medicine Hat and raised on a farm near Bow Island, Blair began his career as an assistant district agriculturalist in 1976. By 1979, he became Southern Alberta’s Special Crops Specialist, leading trials and market assessments for various crops, including mint, safflower r beans peas lentils an mustar e pla e a critical role in eveloping pulse crops as a dryland farming option, shaping early agronomics, variety selection and marketing strategies.
Blair was instrumental in establishing the Alberta Pulse Growers Association an lberta afflower rowers ssociation n he oine lberta heat Pool (later Viterra), where, as Director of Special Crops, he oversaw procurement, processing and marketing of pulses and other crops. His initiatives included acquiring Demeter Agro, developing specialty oat and pea processing plants, and advancing Alberta’s dry bean industry through collaborative research.
Recognizing the need for pest management solutions for minor crops, Blair cofounded the Prairie Pesticide Minor Use Consortium (PPMUC) in 2000, serving as Chair for 15 years. PPMUC facilitated critical pesticide registrations for pulses, forages, vegetables and spices, ensuring Canadian farmers had access to these essential tools.
Though he retired in 2022, Blair continues to contribute as a consultant and mentor, sharing his expertise with the next generation. His lifelong dedication to innovation mar etin an collaboration in a riculture has ha a lastin in uence, making him a driving force in Canada’s special crops and pulse industries.
The Peace River Regional Cattlemen’s Association thank
Farm Credit Canada and Dawson Creek Co-operative Union
In Northeastern BC, in the spring of 2023, the Stodart ree an oo low fires burnt throu h man acres of ranch land, grazing leases and crown land. Many ranchers in that area were impacted. Many had their permanent barb wire fence destroyed by fire an or firefi htin crews n response to the fires the Farm Credit Corp donated $9500.00 to the Peace River Regional Cattleman’s Assoc. With this money, they bought 7500.00 of electrical portable fencing rom awson ree oop who raciousl ave off the purchase price. This fencing was greatly appreciated and is available to any of the regional cattlemen if such emergency fencing is needed in the future. The remainin was onate to the fire suppression trailers that are being organized by Peace River Forage Association and Fireworx. The Regional Cattleman’s would like to give a big THANK You.
Blair Roth joins the late Manfred Kanehl, advocate for the Canadian poultry industry, and Dr. Kee Jim, cattle feedlot health specialist, as the 2024 inductees into the Alberta Agriculture Hall of ame rofiles o the late an re Kanehl and Dr. Kee Jim will be published in the editions to come, so stay tuned. NH
GRAINFUTUREREPORT
GrainFuturePrices
DailyGrainPrices -Februar y21,2025
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CTRLIMING ATTRIBUTES
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A Familiar Peace Country Name Will Be Going Up Outside and Inside One of Evergreen Park’s Iconic Arena Buildings.
Evergreen Park, February 15, 2025
Foster’s, a long-time local agriculture-based company, has taken over the naming rights of the Evergreen Park Pavilion. It will now be known as Foster’s Pavilion.
Foster’s Pavilion includes the Lewis Hawkes Arena and the Drysdale Arena –named after two local families who were instrumental in the early growth of Evergreen Park after the “fairgrounds” were moved from the eastern end of the city.
“Foster’s is excited to continue our relationship after being the farm show sponsor,” said Jason Hipkins, Foster’s sales manager. “Being part of the community is something we take pride in.”
The Pavilion started when the Lewis Hawkes structure was moved from the old fairgrounds east of the city in the early-1980s when the Ag Society moved to the its current location, Evergreen Park, in the County of Grande Prairie. The Drysdale arena was added later in 1993.
“Foster’s has been a partner with Evergreen Park as the title sponsor of the Foster’s Peace Country Classic Agri-Show since 2019,” said Kim Randall, Evergreen Park General Manager. “and we are thrilled to have them continue their commitment to Evergreen Park and our Agriculture community with the naming rights to the Foster’s Pavilion.”
Foster’s started in the 1950s when Johnny Foster established the Beaverlodge Seed Farm – now known as Foster’s Seed & Feed. The business expanded into chemical fiel scoutin an ertili er an in transitione into sales an service of agricultural equipment through Foster’s Agri-World.
In 2014, Foster’s opened a NAPA Auto Parts location (Foster’s Auto Parts) in Beaverlodge and in 2016 a second Foster’s Agri-World facility opened its doors in Fairview. The Fairview location now also boasts the Kubota brand and in 2022 Foster’s moved further north with the purchase of a satellite facility in the town of McLennan.
Foster’s Pavilion has hosted prime ministers, rodeos, RCMP Musical Ride, dog shows, 4-H events, bull sales, beef congresses, farmer’s markets, archery competitions horse pro rams see airs an o ens o other events over the ears an is preparing for the 39th annual Peace Country Classic Agri-Show being held March 6-8. NH
Excel Ranches
Ron & Barb Miller, Westlock, AB
Cody & Amy Miller, Westlock, AB 780-349-0644
Fourth Creek Angus Ranch
Ryan Lacey, Spirit River, AB Ryan 780-864-7753 Luc 780-517-3507
Friesen Farms
Chad & Anna Friesen, Grande Prairie, AB Chad 780-831-9106 | Anna 780-831-8338
Gomack Red Angus
Braydon Gough & Scott Gough Whitelaw, AB Braydon 780-274-0099 Scott 780-618-4747
GRA-TAN Farm
Grant & Tanya Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-284-0684
Crystal Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-204-2005
Harvest Angus
Tom & Carolyn Dewaal, Prince George, BC 250-960-0022 | 250-562-5200
Heart Valley Angus
Nat Tschetter & Chris Tschetter Wanham, AB 780-978-6407 / 780-978-6406
Hill 70 Quantock Ranch
Bill, Connor & Ted Creech, Lloydminster Bill 780-871-4947, Connor 780-871-8496 Ted 306-307-2873, Adam 780-218-4301
Horizon Red Angus
Philip Driedger, La Crete, AB 780-926-5896
Keen Industries Angus
Kim & Evan Keen, Charlie Lake, BC Kim 250-271-0548
Kjos Black Angus
Marty & Miriam Kjos, Fort St. John, B.C. 250-787-0970
Lakeroad Black Angus
Jim & Donna Rowe, Worsley, AB
Jim 780-835-0455 | Donna 780-835-9588
Lazy B Livestock
Trevor Binks & Melanie Klassen
Grande Prairie, AB
Trevor 780-518-0630
Melanie 780-518-0230
Lazy S Ranch
Stewart Ainsworth, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-785-3136 or 780-786-4150
Nicklason Stock Farms
Brad & Cole Nicklason, Deadwood, AB
Brad 780-836-5197 Cole 780-836-0570
Northway Cattle Co.
Hwy 64 & RR 94.5, Cleardale, AB
Albert 780-834-7055 Peter 780-835-8291
Silent K Stock Farms
Delano & Megan Kjos, Tomslake BC
D 250-467-9450 / M 403-804-1107
Sorenson Cattle Co.
Murray & Nicole Sorenson
Teepee Creek, AB
Murray 780-831-6332 Nicole 780-832-1189
True North Angus
Byrch Grant, Pouce Coupe, BC
250-782-0123
Willow Creek Simmentals
Crooked Creek, AB
Mike & Mari Klassen 780-832-7343
Colby & Tiffany Klassen 780-832-6714
Evans Cattle Company
Glyn & Stephanie Evans, Doe River, BC 250-467-2275
Hill 70 Quantock Ranch
Bill, Connor & Ted Creech, Lloydminster
Bill 780-871-4947, Connor 780-871-8496
Ted 306-307-2873, Adam 780-218-4301
JayDawn Farms
Jason & Nikki McQuaig, Sexsmith, AB 780-933-5530
KSL Simmentals
Keegan Scorgie & Brad Smith Beaverlodge, AB
Keegan 780-518-6572 | Brad 587-202-0254
Pinnacle View Limousin
Rob & Cheryl Swaan, Quesnel, BC
Erin & Eric Kishkan, Quesnel, BC
Erin 250-991-6654
Schweitzer Ranch
Troy & Kristina Schweitzer Dawson Creek, BC Troy 780-814-3598 | Kristina 250-219-4429
CHAROLAIS GELBVEIHS
Mountain Side Angus
Bulls for Sale by Private Treaty
John & Judy Mayer, Beaverlodge, AB
John 780-831-8497 Home 780-354-2726
Hill 70 Quantock Ranch
Bill, Connor & Ted Creech, Lloydminster Bill 780-871-4947, Connor 780-871-8496
Nikki,Kristin,Whitney& CourtneyDrschiwiski Box18,CecilLake,BCV0C1G0 Ph:250-785 -6362 Cell:250-261-0876(Nikki) Cell:250-329-4816(Courtney) eightway@pris.ca wanderlust_blues@yahoo.ca 933994
8-Way Charolais
Nikki/Kristin/Whitney/Courtney Drschiwiski
Cecil Lake, BC
Nikki 250-261-0876
Courtney 250-329-4816
Dry Creek Ranch
Seth Harmon, Cecil Lake, BC 250-793-1858
Ted 306-307-2873, Adam 780-218-4301
Rocky Top Gelbvieh
Cody & Melissa Congdon, Bashaw, AB Cody 403-350-5791 | Melissa 403-586-3144
Royal Western Gelbvieh
Rodney & Tanya Hollman, Innisfail, AB Rodney 403-588-8620 Tanya 403-352-9283
Chittick Farms
Raymond & Mona Chittick Mayerthorpe, AB 780-305-3925
Gold Stock Hereford Farms
Steve, Ashley & Brad White
Beaverlodge, AB 780-518-0064 | 780-354-3190
Gurtler Polled Herefords
Garry & Ethan Gurtler, North Star, AB
Garry 780-836-0117 / 780-836-2125
Ethan 780-836-0552
Hill 70 Quantock Ranch
Bill, Connor & Ted Creech, Lloydminster Bill 780-871-4947, Connor 780-871-8496
Ted 306-307-2873, Adam 780-218-4301
Jonomn Hereford Ranch
Norm & Joanne Parrent, Clyde, AB 780-307-6586 | 780-348-5835
Mike Grimmeyer
M.C. Quantock
Mac & Pat Creech, lloydminster, AB 800-561-2855
Rachido Ranch
Randy & Donna Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-674-1986
Reber's Polled Herefords
Serena & Kasey Reber, Woking, AB 780-518-2643
Richardson Ranch
Tlell Polled Herefords
Don & Les Richardson, Tlell, BC 250-566-5114 | 250-557-4348
Whiskey Jack Black Herefords & Simmentals
Tamara & Darcy Kuriga, Whitelaw, AB 780-834-7108
LIMOUSIN
Hillview Farms
Sturgeon County, AB
Raymond & Corine Verbeek 780-982-2176 | 780-939-2173
Colin & Tessa Verbeek Colin 780-982-1676 | Tessa 403-636-1066
MISCELLANEOUS
Dry Creek Ranch
Gordon & Carla Harmon, Cecil Lake, BC 250-793-2384
Excel Ranches
Ron & Barb Miller, Westlock, AB Cody & Amy Miller, Westlock, AB 780-349-0644
RED POLLS SALERS
REGISTEREDSIMMENTALS
BOX655,BEAVERLODGE,ABTOH0C0
KEITHHODGES 780-831-7999 keith@arlshop.com
KEIRANHODGES 780-933-5637 hodgey_177@hotmail.com 921031
KIN-KIN Cattle Co.
Gary & Faye Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-786-4500
KMR Simmentals
Kent and Robin Malcomson
Grovedale, AB 587-298-5404
Kruger Farms
Ryan & Chelsea Kruger, Sundre, AB 403-586-0125
Wolfes Fleckvieh
Shane & Shannon Wolfe, Sundre, AB 403-556-0729
AUCTION FACILITIES/ LIVESTOCK EXCHANGES
B.C. Livestock Producers Co-operative
Cordy Cox, Kamloops, BC 250-573-3939
Albrecht Farms
Steve & Tammy Albrecht, Sprit River, AB 780-832-0883
Ryan & Tara Albrecht, Spirit River, AB 780-933-5448
Blazin" J Simmentals
Darcy & Caitlyn Lind, Sunset House, AB D 780-536-5203 / C 780-552-4934
Clearwater Simmentals
Chad Smith, Olds, AB 403-586-4714
Crystal Springs Ranch
Eckbert & Crystal Weitzel
Georg & Sarah Weitzel Charlie Lake, BC 250-263-8237
Dead Horse Creek Cattle Company Ltd.
Bill & Matt Hedges, Fort St. John, BC Bo 778-835-4689 | Matt 250-262-9406
KSL Simmentals
Keegan Scorgie & Brad Smith
Beaverlodge, AB
Keegan 780-518-6572 | Brad 5-202-0254
Lazy S Ranch
Stewart Ainsworth, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-785-3136 or 780-786-4150
M.C. Quantock
Mac & Pat Creech, Lloydminster, AB
800-561-2855
Moonlite Farms
Norbert & Janice Luken, Fairview, AB
Norbert 780-835-9314 Home 780-835-3165
Polar Farms
Joe & Lindsay Loomis, PRRD, BC 250-784-5150
Rachido Ranch
Randy & Donna Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-674-1986
Rosefield Simmentals
James & Martha Wiebe, Prespatou, BC 250-630-2621
Short Grass Farms
Kurtis and Chelsie Dillabough, DeBolt, AB 780-402-9578
Sorenson Cattle Co.
Murray & Nicole Sorenson
Innisfail Auction Market
Danny, Mark & Duane Daines, Innisfail, AB 403-227-3166
Jennings Martin Direct Buying
La Glace, Alberta
Jennings Martin 780-933-1023
Ron Kramer 250-793-2713
North Central Livestock Exchange
Garth Rogers, Clyde, Alberta 780-348-5893
Olds Auction Market
Olds, Alberta Office 402-556-3655
Tyler 403-507-1782 | Patrick 403-559-7202
Thorsby Stockyards Inc.
Thorsby, Alberta Office 780-789-3915
Chance 403-358-0456 | Jeff 780-203-4953
Viking Livestock Market
Cliff Grinde, Viking, Alberta 780-336-2209
VJV Livestock Marketing Group
Yancy Crosier - 403-485-0887
Office - Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-3766
Office - Beaverlodge, AB 780-354-2423
Office - Westlock, AB 780-349-3153
Office - Ponoka, AB 403-783-5561
Office - Rimbey, AB 403-843-2439
Wembley Livestock Exchange
Chet & Jamie Jans, Groundbirch, BC 250-219-8200
GB Farms
Garrett Biggelaar, Lacombe, AB 403-877-7661 Fallen Timber Farms
Gomack Red Angus
Braydon Gough & Scott Gough Whitelaw, AB Braydon 780-274-0099 Scott 780-618-4747
GRA-TAN Farm
Grant & Tanya Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-284-0684
Crystal Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-204-2005
Harvest Angus
Tom & Carolyn Dewaal, Prince George, BC 250-960-0022 | 250-562-5200
Hill 70 Quantock Ranch
Bill, Connor & Ted Creech, Lloydminster Bill 780-871-4947, Connor 780-871-8496 Ted 306-307-2873, Adam 780-218-4301
Teepee Creek, AB
Murray 780-831-6332 Nicole 780-832-1189
Southpaw Cattle Company
Ron & Tammy Daley, Carstairs, AB
Brandon & Shallaine Sharpe, Carstairs, AB 403-519-3401
Swantewitt & Sage Simmentals
Yellowhead County, AB
Gerd 780-712-2096
Jordan 780-712-3600
Whiskey Jack Black Herefords & Simmentals
Tamara & Darcy Kuriga, Whitelaw, AB 780-834-71080
Willowdale Simmentals
Dale & Judy Smith and Family Valleyview, AB
Dale 780-558-9337 | Kent 780-721-1109
Wolfe Farms
Tony Wolfe, Valleyview, AB 780-524-9322
Glen Mayer & Nolan Mayer, Wembley, AB Glen 780-897-9570 | Nolan 780-518-0709
Barrhead Feeder Association Ltd.
Admin: Ann Gerhardt, Barrhead, AB 780-674-245
Grande Prairie Feeder's Association Ltd.
Admin: Dawn Hollins, Grande Prairie, AB Office 780-538-1263 Cell 780-882-6314
North Peace FeederAssociation Ltd.
Admin: Donna Haakenson, Berwyn, AB 780-338-2270
Prairie River Feeders Co-op Ltd.
Admin: Tammy Roberts, High Prairie, AB 780-523-4887
Westlock Feeders Association Ltd.
Admin: Megan Keith, Westlock, AB 780-348-5850 Cell 780-206-5481
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300-399n/an/a$480.00$580.00$500.00$600.00$450.00$550.00$510.00$560.00$518.00$650.00n/an/a$480.00$570.00$540.00$605.00
400-499n/an/a$510.00$575.00$505.00$600.00$490.00$570.00$509.00$559.00$540.00$645.00$495.00$545.00$475.00$532.00$530.00$591.00
500-599n/an/a$470.00$550.00$480.00$565.00$470.00$540.00$490.00$550.00$490.00$549.00$471.00$525.00$460.00$522.00$495.00$544.00
600-699n/an/a$420.00$479.00$420.00$477.00$430.00$475.00$420.00$462.00$452.00$496.00$428.00$472.00$430.00$480.00$430.00$497.50
700-799n/an/a$385.00$415.00$390.00$427.00$390.00$426.00$390.00$415.00$399.00$430.00$382.00$412.00$395.00$432.00$380.00$416.50
800-899n/an/a$370.00$385.00$380.00$397.00$348.00$371.00$365.00$375.00$370.00$395.00$348.00$375.00$365.00$385.50$365.00$383.00
900-999n/an/a$330.00$355.00$350.00$364.00$340.00$351.00$325.00$355.00$340.00$370.00$325.00$346.00$360.00$370.50$350.00$360.00
600-699 n/an/a$310.00$425.00$380.00$427.00$385.00$421.00$375.00$415.00$393.00$430.00$381.00$431.00$390.00$441.00$380.00$442.00
700-799 n/an/a$335.00$369.00$360.00$385.00$327.00$372.00$330.00$364.00$365.00$393.00$338.00$378.00$370.00$386.00$335.00$384.00
800-899
n/an/a$320.00$355.00$325.00$357.00$320.00$340.00$310.00$329.00$332.00$349.00$287.00$320.00$360.00$380.00$315.00$338.50
900-999 n/an/a$305.00$320.00$308.00$325.00$310.00$335.00$305.00$320.00$255.00$337.00n/an/a$345.00$370.25$300.00$341.00 1000+ n/an/a$290.00$305.00$290.00$307.00$290.00$318.00$290.00$305.00$265.00$320.00n/an/a$285.00$310.00n/an/a
D1-D2 CowsD1-D2 CowsD1-D2 CowsD1-D2 CowsD1-D2 CowsD1-D2 CowsD1-D2 CowsD1-D2 CowsD1-D2 Cows n/an/a$170.00$185.00$170.00$195.00$165.00$205.00$165.00$190.00$193.00$208.00$192.00$206.00$200.00$212.00$190.00$205.00
D3-D4 CowsD3-D4 CowsD3-D4 CowsD3-D4 CowsD3-D4 CowsD3-D4 CowsD3-D4 CowsD3-D4 CowsD3-D4 Cows
n/an/a$145.00$169.00$150.00$172.00$160.00$177.00$120.00$165.00$180.00$192.00$173.00$187.00$185.00$199.00$175.00$189.00
Heiferettes HeiferettesHeiferettesHeiferettesHeiferettes HeiferettesHeiferettes Heiferettes Heiferettes
n/an/a$240.00$265.00$245.00$275.00$250.00$275.00$250.00$265.00$230.00$275.00$233.00$276.00$240.00$290.00$230.00$280.00
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SLimousin & Charolais Bull Sale Sat, Mar22–6:00 p.m. Contactthe Office 403-704-0280 For Market Trends And Direct Marketing Opportunities
DATE Tues, Feb18,2025 Tues, Feb11,2025 No.978 Head 783 Head FEEDERSTEERS
BIDLOWHIGH LOWHIGH
300-399 $500.00$600.00$500.00$580.00
400-499 $500.00$600.00$500.00$580.00
500-599 $475.00$552.00$475.00$556.00
600-699 $415.00$488.00$425.00$484.00
700-799 $370.00$430.00$400.00$439.00
800-899 $320.00$386.50$350.00$384.00
900-999 $315.00$367.50$320.00$368.00 1,000+ N/AN/AN/AN/A FEEDERHEIFERS
BIDLOWHIGH LOWHIGH
300-399 $450.00$500.00$450.00$500.00
400-499 $435.00$500.00$420.00$481.00
500-599 $420.00$480.00$400.00$450.00
600-699 $390.00$435.00$390.00$433.00
700-799 $325.00$395.00$325.00$385.00
800-899 $300.00$350.00$315.00$352.00
900-999 $290.00$325.00$290.00$320.00 1,000+ N/AN/AN/AN/A SLAUGHTER CATTLE
$185.00$200.00$190.00$205.00 D3 COWSD3 COWS
$170.00$182.00$175.00$188.00 SLAUGHTERBULLSSLAUGHTER BULLS
$190.00$220.00$185.00$222.00
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Angus
Canadian Beef Breeds Council, www.canadianbeefbreeds.com
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naturall polle eas eepin an the emales are natural mothers ver o all re istere n us calves are born unassiste weanin wei hts usuall excee one hal o the cow s wei ht t is not unusual or a cow to remain active an health or ourteen or more ears n us cattle are extremel ertile but the increase
BULLSBREDFORTHETRUECOMMERICALCATTLEMAN fedforslowgrowthanddevelopment.Wesellbullsthatathletic & builttocovera lotofgroundand nothavefeetproblems. Troublefree commericalbullsthatarereadytodotheirjob.
eman or n us enetics in ana a has been because o the ualit o the carcass attlemen usin n us with superior marblin abilit open the oor or improve bee ten erness an increase consumer acceptance o bee ana ian n us bree ers have wor e cooperativel with the merican n us ssociation to improve our er ormance ro ram an provi e more accurate enetic evaluations on both e an lac n us ll bree ers are encoura e to wei h an measure cattle an submit per ormance ata that will provi e customers with accurate in ormation to select suitable enetics or their bree in pro ram n us is ana a s lea in bee bree because n us an n us cross cattle ma e soun economic sense in the bree in pasture the ee lot at the pac in plant an on the table NH
Blonde d’Aquitaine
Canadian Beef Breeds Council, www.canadianbeefbreeds.com
Blonde d’Aquitaine arrived in Canada, from France, in the early 70’s at the end of the importation era of continental cattle rom urope t the time o the first imports, the Blonde breed in France was one of the smaller breeds in number. Blondes are now the third largest beef breed in France.
Blondes, a large, high performance breed, excelling in lean meat yield, have been bre with calvin ease in min Their fine bone bo ies have been bre to be longer and leaner at birth to facilitate easier calving. While well known in countries aroun the worl or their well muscle hi h iel in carcasses the Blonde calf does not start to show the heavier muscled hind quarter, until it is four to six weeks of age.
Voluntary breeder participation in Performance tracking provides EPDs for birth, weaning and yearling weights, milk, a number of carcass traits (using ultrasound technology) and scrotal measurement.
Fullblood polled Blonde genetics have contributed to the Herd book in Canada and are marketed worldwide via semen, embryos and by live animals into the United States.
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Crossbreeding with Blondes adds muscle, length and thickness in the calves, pro uces more bee less at less bone an supplies a hi h iel in carcass rossbre Blonde carcasses have a high Commercial Index Superiority, high meat density, heavier meat to the carcass, leaner meat (3.7% less fat at the 11th rib): heavier mus cling (5.9% more muscle on the 11th rib): less bone (2.2% less on the 11th rib): and excellent lean to fat ratio. Blondes cross extremely well with dairy breeds, increas ing muscling immensely. NH
Braunvieh
Canadian Beef Breeds Council, www.canadianbeefbreeds.com
The German word “Braunvieh” means “Brown Cattle”. Braunvieh enjoy the status as being one of the oldest pure breeds, which originated in the alpine regions of Switzerland. Their colour is of various shades of brown with males generally being darker and the calves are born almost white, darkening with age. They typically have dark pigmentation around the eyes, black noses with light-coloured bands around the muzzles, and strong black hooves.
Braunvieh is a medium-sized, dual purpose breed, which excels in maternal traits and docility. They are very hardy, adapting to extreme cold or heat and are known for their longevity. About 40% of the cattle in Switzerland are Braunvieh and, due to their high performance and exceptional tolerance to various climates, they are raised in more than 60 countries, from the Arctic Circle to the tropics, at altitudes varying between sea level and 12,500 feet.
The history of Braunvieh can be revisited through documents preserved in monasteries, whose occupants too reat pri e in raisin an improvin these cattle mon these historical files notes indicate trading of brown cattle in the eighth century and provide records of performance dated as early as 1315. Standardized production records on milk and meat performance were established in the 19th century.
n the first export o brown cattle too place to the where the became the foundation in the development of the Brown Swiss dairy cow, by constantly selecting for high milk production.
n the first raunvieh rom wit erlan arrive in ana a an there have been several subsequent importations of live animals and semen and later of embryos and the result has been the development of Canadian Braunvieh that have been marketed and proven world-wide.
raunvieh havin been bre pure or centuries offer complete outcross enetics or other breeds and have repeatedly proven themselves in cross-breeding programs. Braunvieh add thickness earl maturit an oo ains which ma es their offsprin per orm ver well in ee lots
Consistent top placement with the most respected carcass/sire evaluation tests in the beef industry have brought much recognition to the breed and its ability to improve beef quality.
Most of the Braunvieh herds can be found in Alberta, with numbers increasing in other provinces i hl profitable pro uction lon pro uctive lives ocile temperament wi e ran e o adaptability and rapid growth are all distinctive characteristics of this breed. NH
Charolais
Canadian Beef Breeds Council, www.canadianbeefbreeds.com
Charolais were first imported to Canada in 1956 from the United States. Later, cattle were imported directly from France. In 1959 the Canadian Charolais Association (CCA) was formed and in 1960 it was formally recognized as a Breed Association under the Animal Pedigree Act of Canada.
The is a non profit or ani ation that erives funding from member subscriptions and the Whole Herd Enrolment (WHE) fees. The Canadian Charolais Association operates a number of performance testin initiatives on behal o its members owever the bac bone o the per ormance pro ram is hole er nrolment in which bree in an calvin in ormation is trac e on each cow ever ear This trac in ensures the hi hest possible level o
accuracy in Charolais pedigrees and allows breeders to monitor repro uctive traits esearch has shown that fertility is the most economically important trait in beef production and total herd reporting sets Charolais apart as an industry leader. All performance data from the past is utilized in producin a hi h accurac scientificall proven ana ian xpecte ro en ifference s in icate enetic ifferences in cattle an ma be use or comparison across herds.
ue to the iverse lan scape an the extremes in both temperature and precipitation in Canada, Canadian Charolais are highly adaptable to not only the ana ian environment an pro uction s stems but to climates and production systems throughout the worl harolais cows have per orme well un er a variet o environmental con itions an are selecte as ver structurall soun animals with exceptionally good feet and strong legs. This is important when cattle are managed in large herds an on vast areas o lan where wal in istances for feed and water is necessary.
It has been said that no other breed has impacted the orth merican bee in ustr so si nificantl as the introduction of Charolais. Canadian Charolais are highly compatible with the indigenous cow base and the cross is second to none. In Canada the harolais crossbre cal receives a premium price at the auction mar et NH
Galloway
Canadian Beef Breeds Council, www.canadianbeefbreeds.com
The Canadian Galloway Association represents three breeds: Galloways, Belted Galloways, and White Galloways. All three breeds come in blac un or re color allowa s were importe into Canada in 1853, Belted Galloways were imported around 1950, and White Galloways were imported in 1966.
A double coat of hair in the winter helps to reduce ee inta e an there ore lower costs an helps prouce avour ul meat lean et well marble without excessive external at The bree is naturall polle and will eliminate horns from the next calf crop. ee in tests at l s olle e in l s lberta over the last ears have shown that allowa steers ha excellent ee conversion rates an pro uce excellent carcasses. NH
Gelbvieh
Canadian Beef Breeds Council, www.canadianbeefbreeds.com
Gelbvieh cattle were developed in the Bavarian region of Germany in the early 19th centur elbvieh was first imported into Canada in 1972, instigating the incorporation of the Canadian Gelbvieh Association (CGA) under the Canadian Animal Pedigree Act. 2022 marked 50 years of Gelbvieh in Canada. In celebration a 50th Anniversary History book was published and copies can be purchase throu h the office
The CGA has maintained the strong performance heritage of the breed with a policy of mandatory performance records. In cooperation with the American Gelbvieh Association, this has produced a database of well over one million performance records that result in an annual Sire Summary, Cow recognition Program, and contribution to a multi-breed EPD evaluation for all registered Gelbvieh and Gelbvieh in uence animals This provi es a power ul source o ocumente in ormation for cattlemen raising Gelbvieh on both the commercial and purebred level. Another great resource for information on the Gelbvieh breed and breeders is the Gelbvieh ui e available online throu h the website or ou can contact the office to get added to the mailing list.
Gelbvieh traits of fertility, calving ease, longevity, milking ability, moderate size and docile temperament have become more important than ever before, making Gelbvieh an optimal choice for crossbreeding programs. Vigorous at birth, Gelbvieh calves wean off heav an ain rapi l ocumente pro en tests impressive ee efficienc an lean muscular carcasses roun out the roster o bree s characteristics that have ma e elbvieh popular with cow cal operators ee ers packers and consumers. NH
Hereford
Canadian Beef Breeds Council, www.canadianbeefbreeds.com
Here or s were first importe into ana a b illiam tone o uelph Ontario from Herefordshire, England. He admired their strength, docilit an ee efficienc ere or s have prospere in ana a or over years, due to these strengths and their hardiness in the coldest of winters and driest of summers.
To a these ma or bree stren ths o isposition an ee efficienc alon with its versatility in crossbreeding programs, continue to position Hereford as the breed of choice in commercial cowherds. It is currently the second most popular breed exported from Canada.
Herefords are leaders in docility. Research has proven that docile temperament increases cattle profitabilit throu h lowere pro uction costs an better meat quality. Disposition is becoming increasingly important
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as a sought-after trait by producers purchasing either female or bull replacement for their cattle operations. Cattle with a good temperament are easier to handle, safer to be around at calving time, adjust better to new environments and tend to perform better in all phases of the production chain.
TWOYEAROLD &YEARLINGBULLS SCHULZ
BLACK ANGUS RED ANGUS
Herefords are widely used for cross breeding in North America, especially with Angus cattle. A recently completed research study conducted in conjunction with California State University indicates an overall net return for Hereford-sire cross bred calves to be approximately $30.00 (USD) per head in a vertically coordinated beef marketing system. US Meat Animal Research Center (MARC) research shows hybrid vigor to be greater in whiteface cross cattle, due to the genetic purity in the Hereford breed.
The ere or bree is reco ni e as bein more efficient ere or an ere or in uence cattle consistentl re uire less ee than cattle o other bree s per pound of gain and for body maintenance. Disposition and the thick hide and excellent hair coat o ere or cattle are amon the reasons less ener is re uire to stay warm in the winter, thereby reducing feeding costs. Again research has shown that ere or cattle are about more ee efficient than other bree s which is a si nificant economic actor or profitabilit
The Canadian Hereford Association was formed in 1890 and was incorporated in 1902 under the Government of Canada Animal Pedigree Act. The Animal Pedigree Act ensures the integrity of the registration and documentation of the ancestry of purebred Hereford cattle. The Canadian Hereford Association is also part of the Pan American Cattle Evaluation (PACE) program which includes genetic evaluations from the countries of Argentina, Uruguay and the USA. Semiannual genetic evaluation reports are produced by PACE members for their respective members. The xpecte ro en ifferences s are reporte on traits which inclu e calving ease, birth weight, weaning weight, yearling weight, carcass traits, scrotal circumference, cow weights and stay-ability. The Canadian Hereford Association also independently produces a genetic evaluation index for maternal productivity and feedlot merit, in order to track, retain and improve on these traits.
The Hereford breed is among those which represent the foundation of Canada’s beef industry, making it one of the most widely used cattle breeds. More Hereford genetics have been exported from Canada in the past 30 years than from any other breed. Live animals, semen and embryos have been exported to: the USA, Russia, Kazakshtan, Australia, New Zealand, the U.K., Ireland, all the Nordic countries, Germany, Japan, China, Hungary, Chile, Poland, Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, and South America. NH
Limousin
Canadian Beef Breeds Council, www.canadianbeefbreeds.com
• Best adapted continental breed for the caseready beef industry
• Proven as the top breed for feed conversion
• Superior muscle
• High weaning and yearling muscle growth with moderate birth weight
• Highest red meat yield of any major breed
• Uniform size and color
• Best Cross with British Based Females
• Carcass Champion, Canadian Western Agribition for 28 consecutive years
• Superior Canadian health status
• Exceptional pedigree integrity*
*The Canadian Limousin Association carries the only Full French Limousin Herd book in the world that guarantees every single registered Full Blood animal is parent verifie b enot pin or bloo t pin
Imported to Canada in 1968 from France, Limousin is one of the five major breeds in Canada and in the United States. The Limousin breed has an important economic role in today’s beef industry. Known throughout the world as the carcass breed, Limousin cattle excel in feed efficiency and have proven to consume less than other animals o the same si e an et per orm to e ual or superior levels. The Limousin female is appreciated In commercial production for her easy maintenance, her fertility and milking ability while Limousin sire calves are sou ht a ter or their ee conversion an hi h ualit carcass. This genetic achievement is the result of selection based on carcass and residual feed intake research and development throughout the North American Limousin population.
The ana ian imousin ssociation is a non profit member owne organization. Our primary function is to maintain the pedigree herdbook of Limousin cattle in Canada. We are committed to the improvement of the Limousin breed by way of performance programs, research, education, advertising and promotion, and export. NH
Canadian Beef Breeds Council, www.canadianbeefbreeds.com
The first owline cattle in orth merica came to ana a in nterest in them has rown stea il since The ana ian owline attle ssociation was establishe in ullbloo s an percenta e cattle are now reco ni e in separate her boo s owline cattle were evelope b the Tran ie ricultural esearch entre in ustralia n a choice ber een n us her rom ana a supplemente b a itional animals rom the an cotlan was purchase b the ustralian overnment to orm the oun ation o a research her rom to this n us research her was prominent in the ustralian showin circuit an won man awar s The her was close to outsi e enetics in an between an research was per orme to investi ate the efficienc o convertin ee to bee within roups o ifferent si e animals The n us her was ivi e into three roups the i h ine the ow ine an a ran om ontrol ine etaile evaluation o wei ht ain ee
inta e repro uctive per ormance mil pro uction carcass iel an ualit an structural soun ness was carrie out Throu h ears o research the smaller ow ine cattle were oun to be extremel efficient converters o ee to bee while maintainin per ormance in the other characteristics stu ie nterest in the smaller animals was reat an a new bree was create when the her was isperse to private bree ers in owline possess traits that will help them excel in the cattle in ustr The are extremel har naturall polle blac or re in color an small rame t all sta es o their rowth the are about o the si e o normal bee cattle owline cattle mature earl The are eas calvin an ocile t birth calves avera e to poun s alvin losses are extremel low an even hei ers have reat ease in calvin The ams ma e excellent mothers an provi e ample mil ows at maturit avera e about cm at the hip while e uivalent a e bulls stan about cm
owline are extremel efficient rass ee ers an can even be finishe on rass The exhibit rapi earl rowth arcasses iel hi h with re uce at but reater marblin uts are smaller which is attractive to the health conscious consumer n increasin number o commercial bree ers are committin to ownsi in their cattle The want cattle that are mo erate rame with excellent musclin abilit an per ormance owline bulls have proven to provi e this consistentl rossin hei ers with owline sires pro uces a ressive calves that are born eas ewer calvin ifficulties mean more calves an a hi her percenta e o cows returnin to cal al bloo calves avera e poun s but wean off heav with hi h iel in carcasses an consistent marblin owline bulls in a commercial her provi e easier han lin calvin ease increase stoc in rates increase ee efficienc an hi h iel ualit carcass characteristics The ease an profitabilit o bee pro uction increases once the rame score o the her is re uce NH Proudly serving the BC and
Tnite tates n the ana ian aine n ou ssociation was orme ver the past ears in ana a selective bree in has re uce the rame si e o both ullbloo s purebre s rasti-
call re uce birthwei hts ti htene up the ront en thic ene up the bac en evelope a polle eature in both ullbloo s purebre s an evelope multiple colours ue to the recessive ullbloo colour ene resultin in the tra itional re white ullbloo colourin soli blac soli re an other colour patterns vanta es to bree in aine n ou are hi h rates o ain ee efficienc a aptabilit to climatic extremes superior carcass ualit ocilit an smooth musclin ulls are nown or bein hi h ainers with a uiet isposition soun con ormation an the abilit to be horne polle or scurre emales are reconi e or their uiet isposition stron mil in abilit maternal instincts extreme lon evit ears or more eas calvin abilit an hi h ertilit
rossbree in with aines a s stretch rowth rate uiet isposition an more poun s at weanin to a her aines can also be utili e to bree or or select a ainst other specific traits rosse with white ace cattle the aine in uence pro uces ar pi mentation aroun the e es This re uces the occurrence o cancer e e an pin e e The recessive re ene can be utili e to maintain our pre erre colour pattern aines per ormance at tests an in shows has repeate l shown that aine n ou enetics can be a vantaeous to an her NH
Using EPDs for Bull Selection
EPDsare calculated using pedigree, performance and genomic data
Canadian Angusmembers participatein the voluntary Performance Program through which they collect and submit performance data on fertility, calving ease,growth, structure, carcass quality, and feed efficiency for their calves. Abig thank you to allour members who take the time to measureand record this data;without you we cannot generate the genetic selection tools that we do Manymembers have startedmeasuringand submittingphenotypes for the new traits introducedhere. As you start calving, pleasedonot forget to record teatand udderscores on your cows.
EPDsarea genetic selection tool that some producersappreciate anduse to selecttheirbulls.
CANADIAN ANGUS ASSOCIATIONGENETIC EVALUATION DEFINITIONS
Production EPDs:
CalvingEaseDirect (CED) EPD describes the percentage of expected unassisted births when abull is exposed to first-timeheifers.The higher the number, the higher the probability that first-time heifers bred to thebull in questionwill calvewith no assistance. The EPD predicts theaverage differencein ease with whicha sire’s calves will be born whenhe isbred to first-calfheifers.
BirthWeight EPD(BW) EPD describesin pounds the differencein expected progeny weight,onaverage. Abull with a BW EPDof+4will, onaverage,sire calves that are2 poundsheavier thanabull with a BW EPDof+2 (givenequal management).
WeaningWeight EPD(WW) EPD describesin pounds the difference in expected weaning weight in progeny,onaverage.WWEPDisa predictorofa sire’s ability to transmit weaninggrowth to his progeny compared to that ofothersires. Abull with a WWEPDof+50willsire calves that are, onaverage, 20 pounds heavier at weaning thana sire witha WWEPDof+30 (givenequal management)
Yearling Weight EPD(YW) EPD describes in pounds the differencein expected yearling weight in progeny, onaverage.YWEPDisa predictor ofa sire’s ability to transmit post weaninggrowth to his progeny compared to that ofothersires. Abull with a YWEPDof+100willsire calves that are, onaverage, 30 pounds heavier at weaning thana sire witha WWEPDof+70 (givenequal management).
ResidualAverage Daily Gain(RADG)EPD describesananimal’s ability to grow post weaningona constant amount of feed RADG EPD, expressedin pounds per day, isa predictorofa sire’s genetic ability for postweaning gainin future progeny compared to that ofother sires, given a constant amount of feed consumed. Abull with an RADG EPD of+1.5willsire calves that,onaverage, will grow1 extra pound per day more than calvesfromanotherbull with an RADG EPDof0.5—on the same amount of feed.
Dry MatterIntake(DMI)EPD describes the feed intake potential for weaned calvesfromone sire compared to the feed intake potential of calvesfromanother sire. This EPDis expressed in pounds per day. Weaned calvesfrom Sire Awith aDMI EPDof0.50will eatapproximately 0.5 pounds of dr y matter a day more than weaned calvesfrom Sire B withaDMI EPDof0.00. This EPD should also be used in conjunction withagrowth EPD, such as YWEPD,as unlike RADG EPD,it doesnot include agrowth component Used independentlyofagrowth EPD the DMI EPD selects solely forappetite.
Scrotal Circumference EPD(SC)EPD describes the differencein average scrotal circumferencein sons. Expressedin centimetres,
a sire withan SCEPDof1.2will,onaverage,have sons with scrotal circumference that is1 centimetre larger than the sonsfroma sire with an SC EPDof0.2. SCEPD has also been correlated with daughter’s age at pubertyand progeny fertility.
Docility(Doc) EPD is expressedasa differencein yearling cattle temperament,with a higher valueindicatingmore favourabledocility It predicts theaverage differenceof progeny froma sire in comparison withanother sire’s calves Inherds where temperament problems are notanissue, this expecteddifference wouldnot be realized
Claw Set(Claw) EPD is expressedin unitsof claw-set score, with a lower EPD being more favourable indicating a sire willproduce progeny with more functional claw set. Ideally, toes are symmetrical, even andappropriately spaced
FootAngle (Angle) EPD is expressedin unitsof foot-anglescore, witha lower EPD being more favourable indicating a sire willproduce progeny with moreideal footangle.The idealisa45-degree angle at the pastern jointwith appropriate toe length and heel depth
Carcass EPDs:
Carcass Weight(CW) EPD is expressed in pounds andisa predictorof thedifferences in hot carcass weight ofa sire’s progeny compared to progeny ofother sires. Abull with a CW EPDof+30willsire calves that, onaverage, will result in10 poundsmore hot carcass weight than the progeny ofabull with CW EPDof+20.
Marbling (Marb)EPD describes the marbling potentialof calvesfrom onebull compared to the calvesfromanother bull, given the same management This EPDis expressedas the differenceingrade score. Given the samemanagement, the calvesfromabull with a Marb EPD of0.6willmarble ½agrade score better than the calvesfromabull witha Marb EPDof0.1.
Ribeye Area (RE)EPD describesin square inches the differencein ribeye area ofa sire’s progeny compared to progenyofother sires.
Fat Thickness (Fat) EPD expressedininches,describes the differences in back fat thickness at the12th rib (as measured between the12th and13th ribs)ofa sire’s progeny compared to progeny ofothersires.
Maternal EPDs:
Heifer Pregnancy (HPG) EPD isa selection tool to increase the probabilityor chance ofa sire’s daughters becomingpregnant as firstcalfheifers at first exposure.A higherEPDindicatesa higherprobability of conception.
CalvingEaseMaternal (CEM)EPD describes the probabilityof not requiring assistance when abull’s daughters calve for the first time. The higher the EPD, the higher the probability that abull’s daughters will not requireassistance at calving time.
Milk EPD describes, in pounds, the portionofa calf ’s weaning weight attributed to milk and mothering ability. On average,daughters from abull with a MilkEPDof+20will contribute 5 poundsmore to their calves’ weaning weight than the daughtersofabull with MilkEPD of +15. MilkEPDisa threshold trait thatshould be maintained at a moderate level dependent on the managementand environmentof the herd
Mature Weight(MW) EPD expressedin pounds, isa predictorof the differencein mature weight of daughtersofa sire compared to the daughtersofother sires.
Mature Height(MH)EPD expressedininches,MHEPDisa predictor of the differencein mature height ofa sire’s daughters compared to daughters ofother sires
PercentileBands forBlack Angus Calves Born in2023
SD 5.612.449.6316.355.704.017.940.367.890.140.0150.0713.46
Top1% 16.9-6.082.8149.436.213.970.91.942.41.10- 0.0280.26289.7
13.6-3.875.4136.931.711.765.11.636.40.98- 0.0170.19278.6
11.8-2.771.7130.529.410.562.11.533.40.92- 0.0120.15273.3
8.6- 1.165.8120.426.08.457.41.328.60.82- 0.0040.10265.2
Top +22.3-9.4+97.8+163.3+55.7+95.3+15.8+3.1+171.7+37.0+2.10+2.3+227.1+277.7+145+64.4-0.117+1.49+1.38141.0 1% +15.2-4.0+76.5+124.1+41.3+75.0+8.9+2.0+131.0+27.2+1.60+1.6+172.7+203.1+124+49.9-0.037+0.97+0.6099.9 5% +10.9-0.5+70.3+113.4+36.7+68.9+6.7+1.7+117.8+23.9+1.50+1.5+157.0+166.9+117+44.7-0.017+0.80+0.4089.7 10% +9.0+0.4+67.1+107.9+34.4+65.8+5.5+1.5+112.0+22.3+1.40+1.5+148.3+151.9+113+42.2-0.007+0.71+0.3284.7 15% +7.9+0.9+65.0+104.3+32.9+63.8+4.7+1.3+108.1+21.2+1.40+1.4+142.2+143.5+112+40.5-0.007+0.66+0.2781.6 20% +6.9+1.3+63.3+101.5+31.7+62.2+4.1+1.3+105.0+20.4+1.40+1.4+137.4+137.5+110+39.2+0.003+ 0.61+0.2479.3 25% +6.2+1.6+61.9+99.1+30.7+60.8+3.6+1.2+102.4+19.7+1.30+1.4+133.3+132.6+109+38.0+0.003+
30% +5.5+1.8+60.6+97.0+29.9+59.6+3.1+1.2+100.2+19.1+1.30+1.4+129.7+128.1+108+37.0+0.003+
35% +4.9+2.1+59.5+95.1+29.1+58.4+2.7+1.1+98.2+18.5+1.30+1.3+126.5+124.2+107+36.1+0.013+
40% +4.4+2.3+58.4+93.3+28.3+57.4+2.3+1.1+96.1+17.9+1.30+1.3+123.4+120.5+106+35.2+0.013+
45% +3.8+2.5+57.3+91.6+27.5+56.3+1.9+1.0+94.2+17.4+1.30+1.3+120.4+116.9+105+34.3+0.013+ 0.47+0.1371.6
50% +3.3+2.7+56.3+89.9+26.8+55.2+1.5+1.0+92.2+16.9+1.30+1.3+117.4+113.4+104+33.4+0.023+ 0.44+0.1270.4
60% +2.2+3.1+54.1+86.4+25.3+53.0+0.8+0.9+88.3+15.9+1.20+1.2+111.6+106.3+102+31.7+0.023+ 0.40+0.0968.1
70% +1.1+3.6+51.7+82.6+23.7+50.6-0.1+0.8+84.1+14.9+1.20+1.2+105.4+99.0+101+29.9+0.033+ 0.35+0.0665.5
80% -0.3+4.1+48.9+78.1+21.7+47.6-1.1+0.7+79.3+13.7+1.10+1.2+98.3+90.3+99+27.9+0.043+
Low -15.5+11.9-13.2-37.4-10.5-13.7-15.2-1.0+8.7-2.8+0.30+0.3+29.6-6.4+66-6.2+
Red PollCattlearejustnotplainredcows.Lastcentur y, whenfarms weremoreself-sufficientandthey keptcattlefortheir ownmeatandmilkproduction,thecattlemostcommonlyused wereRed Poll.They hadamplemilkofexcellentqualityand producedtasty, welltextured,tenderbeef.Theseeasycare,fertile,nofusscattle werethechoiceoffarmers backthenand thosetraitsthat wererecognisedassoimportantthen,arestillthetraitssoughttoday by theBeefIndustr y.
TheBeefIndustryismuchmoresophisticatedsincethedayofthehousecow,withthefocusmoving away fromthelocal tradetocow/calfoperationsandthathasintroducedawholerangeofmar ketvariations.Red Pollcattlecanmeetthese demandsandfillawiderangeofrequirementsontheirownorincrossbreedingprogramstoimprovethetraitsofother breeds.Whileprimarilynowusedasabeefanimal,asmallnumberofmilkingherdscontinue.Milkingcowswillgive averageyieldsof5,000litres@4.2%butterfatand3.5%protein.
TheRed Pollcowissomethingspecial.Shewilldeliveryouacalf everyyearuntilyoudecidetoreplaceherintheherdand thiscanbe over14yearsofage.Red Pollfemalescomeintopubertyat9monthsofageandearlierandwillhavetheirfirst calfat24monthsofageand everyyearafterthat.Theyhaveamplemilktonursetheircalvesuntil weaning,andwill keep onfeedingthosecalvesifyoudon’t weanthem.Anyfemale herdbasedonRed Pollcalves,isanaturallyproductiveherd.
TheRed Pollbullisamostusefulanimal.Hehasa well-housedpenisandheapsoflibido. Youcanrestassuredthathewill gethisfairshareofcowsandprobablymoreanditwouldbefairtoexpectaRed Pollbulltoservice40cowsormoreand somewilldoupto70cows.Theyarevery fertilewiththeBREEDPLAN averagefortesticlecircumferencebeing37cm.So, they are wellendowed!Theflatshouldersandgenerallyflatter,ratherthanrounderbonestructureisconducivetoeasier calving.Thisisnotattheexpenseofmuscle,becausetheBreedisabove averageforthistrait.Ourcarcasesuccesses attributetothis.InAustraliathis wasprovenmany, manytimesnationallyincarcaseandtaste-testtrialswhere, overa rangeofproducts,Red Pollbeef wasthemostoutstanding.Thisprobablyhadalottodowiththenatureoftheanimals. They canbegathered,handledandtransportedwithminimumfussandwilladapttochangingconditionsextremely well. Red Pollcattlehavemovedwiththetimesandarecommerciallydesirablefortoday’smarket.Profitabilityisdetermined by fertilityandtheabilitytomaximisekgsperhectarewithaminimumofeffort.Thisbreedofcattlecansatisfythe commercialexpectationsofamodernindustr y. Forfurtherinformationgotohttp://redpollbeef.ca
CurrentPopulation-all calvesborninthelast 2years(2023-2024)
ActiveSire-any sire withacalf reportedinthelast2 years(2023-2024)
ActiveDam -any damwith acalf reportedinthelast2 years(2023-2024)
PERCENTILES
CURRENTFULLBLOODS
PercentilesshowwhereananimalstandswithintheSimmentalpopulation.ThefollowingpercentilesarebasedonCSAcurrentcalves(2023-2024).
3.521.808.0813.422.873.365.492.402.887.600.1280.01200.0819.364.51 1% 14.60.392.3133.29.441.283.420.516.936.91.14-0.1510.11124.878.3 2% 13.60.989.8129.58.540.481.819.815.835.01.11-0.1470.08121.776.5 3% 13.01.288.4127.28.039.780.819.515.033.51.08-0.1450.06120.175.7
4% 12.51.587.5125.47.639.480.119.214.532.31.06-0.1430.05118.975.0 5% 12.11.786.4123.97.439.179.419.014.131.31.05-0.1420.04117.874.4
10% 10.72.483.7119.26.337.977.318.213.128.41.00-0.1380.01114.172.7
15% 9.72.981.7115.95.737.176.017.612.526.40.97-0.135-0.01111.871.5
20% 9.03.280.2113.05.136.574.917.212.025.00.95-0.133-0.02110.070.6
25% 8.23.578.8110.64.636.074.016.811.623.70.93-0.131-0.04108.669.9
30% 7.73.877.6108.54.235.673.116.511.222.50.91-0.129-0.05107.269.1
35% 7.24.176.4106.63.835.172.416.110.921.50.89-0.128-0.06106.069.5
40% 6.74.375.4105.03.434.771.715.810.620.60.88-0.126-0.07104.967.9
45% 6.24.574.4103.43.134.271.015.510.219.70.86-0.125-0.08103.867.4
50% 5.84.873.5101.82.833.870.315.29.918.70.84-0.124-0.08102.666.9
Num 9,8169,8169,8169,8169,8169,8169,8169,8169,8169,8169,8169,8169,8169,8169,816
CURRENTPUREBREDS
Average 8.43.379.6116.74.623.663.415.011.026.80.91-0.095-0.05113.072.8
Minimum -7.2-5.441.552.3-10.94.537.72.8-16.6-11.60.24-0.156-0.5371.150.8
Maximum 21.613.3118.9177.215.740.991.426.024.466.91.51-0.0290.56173.499.7
SD 3.351.919.3515.552.644.476.432.562.788.610.142-0.01400.10011.025.79 1% 16.9-1.6103.0153.210.834.678.820.817.347.51.25-0.1300.21141.687.5 2% 15.8-0.9100.2149.310.033.477.020.116.445.01.21-0.1250.17137.885.9 3% 15.1-0.598.3146.89.532.575.719.715.943.41.18-0.1220.15135.484.8 4% 14.6-0.396.9144.89.231.974.919.415.542.21.15-0.1200.13133.784.0
5% 14.20.095.8143.18.931.474.219.115.241.21.14-0.1180.11132.283.2 10% 12.80.891.8137.17.929.571.718.214.337.81.08-0.1120.08127.380.5 15% 11.91.389.2133.17.328.370.017.613.735.61.05-0.1090.05124.278.8 20% 11.11.787.3129.86.827.368.717.113.233.91.02-0.1060.03121.877.5
25% 10.52.185.6127.26.326.567.616.712.832.41.00-0.1040.01120.076.4
30% 10.02.484.1124.75.925.866.616.312.431.10.98-0.1020.00118.275.5
35% 9.52.682.8122.45.625.265.716.012.129.90.96-0.100-0.02116.774.6
40% 9.12.981.6120.35.224.664.815.711.728.80.94-0.098-0.03115.373.9
45% 8.63.180.4118.34.924.064.015.311.427.80.93-0.096-0.04113.873.1
50% 8.23.379.2116.44.623.463.215.011.126.70.91-0.095-0.05112.572.4
Num 43,75643,75643,75643,75643,75643,75643,75643,75643,75643,75643,75643,75643,75643,75643,756
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is theaverage costofa steer? 2023 Avg$5.25/lb2022Avg$4.40/lb 2021 Avg$2.71/lb
CanI just buyhalfasteer?
Yes, youcan buywithone or multiple families.
What arethe animalsfed?
Mostofthe animalsare fedarationthat ismade upof acombinationof high protein feedssuchasbarley, oats,peasand supplements as well ashay.
What arethe benefitsofpurchasinga4-H Steer?
Thereare afew benefits, Notonlyare you putting qualitymeatinyourfreezer,you are also supporting ouryouth andpotential hard workinglivestock producers.Purchasinga steer isalsogainingexposureand atax writeofffor yourcompany.
What if Idon’t want thesteer?
There areafew options if youdon’t want the steer. Youcan resell it at an auctionmart of your choice,you candonateittothe food bank or anyotherdonation youchoose.
Howwerethese animalstreated?
These animalsare treatedver ywell. Each 4-H member spends time on adaily basis withtheir animal,feedingthemtwice aday, halter breaking,brushingand gettingthem showready.
What areprocessing costs?
Allcostsvary basedonthe Abattoir you choose andwhatprocessingyouwantdone withtheanimal.
Here is an approximation: SlaughterFee $150.00-$180.00 Disposal Fee$20.00-$50.00 Cutting/Wrapping $1.40-1.50/lb
Shorthorns
Canadian Beef Breeds Council, www.canadianbeefbreeds.com
Salers are considered to be one of the oldest European breeds, whose roots can be traced to 16,500-year-old cave drawings found near the town of Salers in the South Central region of France, the Auvergne, in the heart of the volcanic area of the Massif Central. The rough terrain, poor soil and harsh climate combined with the area’s isolation has contributed to a genetically pure breed of cattle with bred-in range ability to thrive almost entirely on native grasses in the summer and roughage diet in winter.
The Salers breed in North America has evolved into an outstanding maternal beef breed with no lack of performance and carcass traits. The cattle are usually solid red or black and are naturally horned but polled bloodlines have been developed by selection and are now predominant in the national herd. Salers females possess a larger than average pelvic area, the largest in the industry, and calve easily to the service of larger terminal cross sires. They are excellent mothers with good milk production, are very fertile and re-breed quickly.
alers bulls are efficient bree ers an sire calves o mo erate birth wei ht with a stron will to live an oo rowth stu ies have confirme that alers is the highest marbeling Continental breed, have a large ribeye area and a leaner carcass (less fat thickness) than British breeds. Salers cross steers perform well in feedlots and have exceptional carcass yield and quality.
The Salers breed is one of only three breeds evaluating data on docility and through the efforts o its bree ers has improve this trait ramaticall in recent ears The genetic trend for Salers has been very positive from a breed average of near zero in 1992 to the current breed average EPD of over +8.0.
Excellent feet and legs contribute to admirable longevity. All of these traits combined, have made Salers the choice of many commercial cattlemen striving to maximize production without increasing management or labour costs. Salers are a balanced breed, which is key to optimizing all aspects of beef production.
alers were first importe into ana a in with the alers ssociation o ana a bein establishe in ana a continues to be an excellent source or alers enetics worldwide. NH
The Shorthorn breed had its founding about 225 years ago in Durham County in North East England. Shorthorn cattle are medium framed with mature females in the 1400 -1600 pound range and bulls ranging from 2200 – 2400 pounds in working condition. They are available both horned and polled with homogeneous polled genetics also available. The main colour variations are solid red, red with white markings, and roan and white, which gives commercial pro ucers several ifferent options to select from to suit their situations.
Shorthorn genetics have always provided a strong maternal trait. The Shorthorn female, purebred or crossbred, has long been sought after for
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Canadian Beef Breeds Council, www.canadianbeefbreeds.com
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its early maturity, fertility, ease of calving, milk production, longevity and docility. Carcass traits have been an area where the exotic or terminal breeds have excelled.With the more recent return and focus on a moderate carcass with consistent superior marbling, the carcass traits of the Shorthorn breed have become more popular. Feedlot tests reveal that horthorn in uence cattle reach the optimum carcass wei ht at an earlier age with a higher percentage of AA+ marbling. While exotic breeds will claim more muscling and larger rib eyes they cannot compete with the consistent, well marbled, high yielding Shorthorn carcasses.
Today’s Canadian Shorthorns continue to prove that they play a very important role in the future of the beef industry. While many breeds portray themselves as being balanced and versatile, none of them compare to the ability of Shorthorn genetics to adapt and improve in a variety of crossbreeding situations. NH
Simmental
Canadian Beef Breeds Council, www.canadianbeefbreeds.com
Since the first importations to Canada, Simmental has grown in popularity and has become one o the nation s most in uential bree s Outstanding growth and performance, combined with unbeatable milk and mothering abilities has resulted in the superior Canadian Simmental beef animal of today.
The Simmental female is recognized globally as one of the best mother cows in the commercial cattle industry. Cattlemen have oun them to be profitable ocile animals that possess superior carcass characteristics. These attributes have positioned Simmental as the breed of choice in cross-breeding programs with all other cattle breeds. The unparalleled success of Canadian Simmentals has resulted in them being exported to many countries around the world.
The Canadian Simmental Association (CSA) is the national organization focused on the development of the breed and its distinctive strengths and is continually working to deliver services that enhance the breed’s performance and marketability. Through the CSA’s performance and “Total Herd” data recordin pro rams bree ers benefit rom havin accurate complete an up to ate records that can be used to identify cattle within a herd and within the breed that excel in specific traits
These records also enable the CSA to continue to develop programs that assist cattlemen in identifying and selecting cattle that excel for various economically important traits; ultimately strengthening the breed and creating a superior animal. Our programs lead the industry in the development of tools that support and promote the advancement of not only the Simmental breed but also the future needs of the beef industry.
The selection and breeding programs implemented by Simmental breeders and the CSA, along with the superior genetic attributes of Simmental cattle, have all contributed to the present-day success of the breed. NH
TRI K SIMMENTAL - ALBRECHT FARMS BULL SALES
RDAR Partners with ABP & BCRC to Deliver $6 Million to Boost Beef Research and Productivity
Edmonton, AB, February 11, 2025
RDAR, a leading driver of results-driven agriculture research, Alberta Beef Producers (ABP), and the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC), are delighted to announce that over $6 million has been committed to a series of projects that will advance beef research in Canada’s largest beef producing province. Funding in part has been provided by federal and provincial governments under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP).
Nine (9) projects have been selected for funding. Each will address livestock sector concerns and further strengthen Alberta’s multi-billion-dollar beef industry, a major contributor to the province’s economic success. Projects funded as part of this joint funding announcement include:
$2.1 million to expand the depth and scope of surveillance work by the Canadian Feedlot Antimicrobial Use (AMU) / Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Surveillance Program. High-quality data about bovine respiratory disease (BRD) and the resistance of its pathogens to treatment is essential. This information helps farmers, veterinarians, and the beef industry make informed decisions, ensuring cattle health and allowing for quick responses to emerging diseases.Ultimately, this will improve cattle health outcomes and contribute to a safer beef supply.
$668,000 will be used to study the control of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC). This research aims to develop a safe solution that can help prevent the growth of biofilms contamination that ma es sur aces an e uipment har er to clean This work is important for improving food safety and protecting public health. combine investment will support the rowin eman or efficient animal protein production by developing rapid techniques to assess the nutrient value of animal feeds. This technology will equip producers and scientists with a ast accurate low cost anal sis tool or in fiel an laborator use etter animal nutrition can lead to healthier animals and more sustainable food production.
The federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, said: “We’re committed to supporting Alberta’s world-class beef producers. These initiatives show just how much we can achieve through strong partnerships an the ll eliver reat benefits not ust or lberta but or the whole country.”
The Honourable RJ Sigurdson, Alberta Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, commented: “Alberta’s beef industry has an international honor of excellence. Research and partnership are critical to ensuring our beef sector maintains its reputation while growing the sector. I am proud that our beef industry is feeding the world, and RDAR’s work is fundamental in ensuring our agricultural field remains competitive, with our producers continuing to lead in beef production.”
Speaking on today’s announcement, Dr David Chalack, RDAR Board Chair, said: “We’re pleased to be providing further support to our beef industry through these vitally important projects, and are thankful to our partners at BCRC in helping to deliver these investments.”
“Applied research is important to help producers make on-farm decisions and implement strategies that improve producer productivity and profitability,” says Craig Lehr, BCRC Chair and Alberta beef producer. “Bovine respiratory disease (BRD) and antimicrobial resistance are ongoing issues for the Canadian beef industry. Projects investigating causes and transmission of BRD pathogens and antimicrobial resistance will help inform future prevention and treatment practices.”
Alberta Beef Producers Chair, Brodie Haugan, responded to today’s announcement, by saying: “Producers across Alberta can be further assured by today’s news, that wor is bein one to ma e our in ustr stron er sa er an more profitable through research programs like these. Proucer chec off ollars make ABP’s investment into the future success of our industry possible.” NH
Speckle Park
Canadian Beef Breeds Council, www.canadianbeefbreeds.com
The Speckle Park breed is a Canadian creation. Speckle Park were created and developed in two western Canadian provinces – Saskatchewan and Alberta. Speckle
BUTLER
Park as a breed consistently produce moderate sized well marbled carcasses with a minimal fat cover. Speckle Park do all of this in a harsh winter environment on ver basic oo stuffs
FARM EQUIPMENT
Speckle Park are now also at home in Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, England and the United States.
Often described as “the beef breed with the colour bonus” SP have a range of spectacular colour patterns. The “classic speckled” pattern is black sided with a white top line and underline, a black or grey head and spots on the rear quarters like the Appaloosa horse. The black sides may be broken into many smaller black spots of various sizes on a white ground. Some are white with black points on the nose, ears, skin around the eyes, and feet and legs. Teats are black. Speckle Park also produce some solid black progeny. All of the colour patterns have pigment in the right places for sun and snow. Speckle Park also grow extremely heav coats in winter an then slic off uic l or the sprin and summer.
Speckle Park are moderate sized animals. Mature cows typically weigh 545 kg (1200 lbs), and mature bulls weigh 910 kg (2000 lbs) or a bit more. Calves average 34 kg (75 lbs) at birth and wean between 250-260 kg (550 – 575 lbs). Finished carcasses on the rail typically have an average weight of 330 kg (725 lbs).
Speckle Park also bring to the cattleman many other highly desirable traits: polled, early fertility, calving ease, vigorous calves, milking ability, and manageability of cows and bulls. pec le ar were evelope over a perio o fi t ears and are now a distinct pure breed with a closed herd book as stipulated by the Canadian Animal Pedigree Act. The breed’s genetic base is British and derives primarily from black Angus, a Teeswater horthorn an an uni entifie white bull with coloured points. NH
NorthRiver Midstream NEBC Connector GP Inc
NEBC Connector Project Notice of Proposed Detailed Route
Pursuant to paragraph 201(1)(b) of the Canadian Energy Regulator Act
IN THE MATTER O OF the CanadianEnergyRegulator Act (CERAct)andthe regulationsmadethereunder;
I IN THE MATTER OF Certificate of PublicConvenienceandNecessityOC-067 (Certificate)approving theconstructionand operationof anatural gas pipeline, condensatepipelineand relatedfacilitiesknown as theNEBCConnectorProject extending approximately215 kilometers (km) inlength,withvarious pipe sizes ranging from 8to 12 inches in diameter from NorthRiver MidstreamNEBC ConnectorGP Inc.’s (NorthRiver) existing HighwayHub,approximately 25 km northwest ofWonowon, BritishColumbia (BC),tothe Go rdondale area ofAlberta, about 19 km east of theBC/Albertaborder.
NorthRiverhas received approval from theCommissionof theCanadaEnergy Regulator pursuant to theCertificateto constructand operatethe NEBC ConnectorProject.
NorthRiver proposesthatthe detailed route forthe NEBC ConnectorProject is as shownonthe mapinthisnotice. This noticeis beingpublished to comply with the requirements of paragraph201(1)(b) of theCER Act. Thepipelineroute is proposedtocross those lands notedinthe accompanying tables
Ifyou anticipatethat your land my be adverselyaffected by thedetailedroute of theNEBCConnector Project, youmay oppose theproposeddetailedroute by filing awrittenstatement ofoppositionwiththeCanadaEnergyRegulatory(CER)within 30daysfollowingthepublicationofthisnotice. The S Statement of Opposition to the Detailed Route formcanbefoundontheCER’swebsiteat www.cerrec.gc.ca/statement-opposition.Any such statementmustset outboththenature of your interest in thelands andthe grounds foryouroppositiontothe detailed route
A copy of anysuchwritten statementofopposition must be sent to thefollowing addresses:
Canada Energy Regulator Suite 210, 517 Tenth Avenue SW Calgary, Alberta T2R 0A8
Attention: Secretary of the Commission Toll Free Phone: 1-800-899-1265
Email: secretary@cer-rec gc ca
NorthRiver Midstream NEBC Connector GP Inc Suite 1400, 888 – 3rd Street SW Calgary, Alberta T2P 5C5 Attention: Rod Locke Phone: 250-261-1121 Email: lands@nrm.ca and/or regulatory@nrm ca
Wherea writtenstatement isfiled withtheCERwithin the30daysofbeing served thisnotice, theCommission shallforthwith order, subjecttocertain exceptions as noted below, that apublichearing be heldin aregionitconsiders convenient for theperson(s) whofileda writtenstatement
TheCommission mayatany time disregardany such writtenstatement andisnot requiredtotakeany actionwith regard tothatstatementifthe person whofiled the statementfilesa noticeofwithdrawal,oritappears totheCommissionthat the statement isfrivolous, vexatiousorisnot made in goodfaith
If theCommission determines to hold apublichearing,itwillfixa suitable time andplace forthehearing, andwillpublish anoticeofthehearinginatleastone issue of apublication,ifany,ingeneralcirculationwithinthe area in whichthe lands proposedtobeacquiredare situated.The Commission willalso send such notice to each person whofilesa writtenstatement of oppositionwiththeCER.
TheCommission or apersonauthorizedbythe Commission maymakesuch inspection of thelands proposed to be acquired fororaffected by the constructionofthe NEBC ConnectorProjectas theCommission deemsnecessary
At thepublichearing,the Commission will permit each person whofileda written statement to make representationsand mayallow anyother interested person to makerepresentations before itas theCommissiondeems proper
TheCommission will take into account allwritten statements andall representationsmadeatthehearingtodetermine thebestpossibledetailedroute ofthe NEBC ConnectorProjectandthe mostappropriatemethods andtimingof
constructing theNEBCConnector Project. TheCommissionmay imposein any approvalsuchconditionsasitconsiders proper
Wherethe Commission hashelda public hearinginrespectof anysection or part of theNEBCConnector Projectand approved or refusedtoapprove thePlan, ProfileandBook ofReference respectingthatsection or part,itwillforward acopy ofits decision andreasons to each personwhomaderepresentations tothe Commissionat thehearing
TheCommissionmay fix such amount asit deemsreasonableinrespectof the interimorfinalcosts incurred by anypersonwho makesrepresentations tothe Commissionat such apublichearing andthe amount sofixed will bepaid forthwithtothe person by NorthRiver
Acopyofthe plan,profileand book of referencefor thedetailedroute of the NEBCConnector Projectisavailable forinspectiononlineathttps: www.nrm.ca/what-we-do/nebc-connector/oratthe followingaddresses:
C Canada Energy Regulator Suite210,517- Tenth Avenue SW Calgary,AlbertaT2R0A8 Toll Free Phone: 1-800-899-1265 Website: www.cer-rec.gc.ca
N NorthRiver Midstream Inc (Calgary Office) Suite 1400, 888 –3rd Street SW CalgaryAlbertaT2P 5C5 Phone: 587-747-6500
N NorthRiver Midstream Inc (Charlie Lake Office) Mile 53 Alaska Hwy FortSt.John,BCV1J4H7
C City of Fort St. John 10631- 100thStreet Fort St.John,BC V1J 3Z5 Phone: 250-787-8150
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C City of Dawson Creek 1010512AStreet DawsonCreek,BCV1G3V7 Phone: 250-784-3600
P Peace River Regional Disttrict 1981 Alaska Avenue Dawson Creek, BC V1J4H8 Phone: 250-784-3200
Pleasecontact RodLocke,Manager,Land& ROW, NorthRiver MidstreamNEBC Connector GP Inc.at250-261-1121or theCanadaEnergyRegulator officesat1-800899-1265shouldyou have anyquestions concerning this notice;the plans, profiles andbookof reference; or thedetailedroute procedures
DatedatCalgary,Albertathis 18 dayofFebruary2025. NorthRiver MidstreamNEBCConnector GP Inc.
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ALBERTA
NORTHRIVER MIDSTREAM NEBC CONNECTOR GP INC
PROJET DE RACCORDEMENT DANS LE NORD-EST DE LA COLOMBIEBRITANNIQUE
AVIS DE E TRACÉ DÉTAILLÉ PROPOSÉ
CONFORMÉMENT À L’ALINÉA 201(1)b) DE LA LOI SUR LA RÉGIE CANADIENNE DE L’ÉNERGIE
RELATIVEMENT ÀlaLoisurlaRégiecanadiennedel’énergie(«LRCE»)età ses règlements d’application;
RELATIVEMENT AU certificatd’utilitépubliqueOC-067(«certificat»)autorisantla construction et l’exploitation d’un gazoduc, d’un pipeline de condensats et d’installationsconnexesconstituant le projet de raccordement dans le nord -estde la Colombie-Britannique («projet »),qui s’étendsur quelque215 kilomètres (« km ») etestconstitué de canalisationsdediamètres variés allant de 8à 12 pouces à partir du carrefour HighwayexistantdelasociétéNorthRiver MidstreamNEBC Connector GP Inc. (« North River»), àenviron 25km au nord -ouestdeWonowon, dans la même province,jusquedanslarégiondeGordondale, en Alberta, àplus ou moins19kmdelafrontière provincialeentre cesdeuxpoints.
NorthRiver proposeletracé détaillé duprojet illustré surlacarte jointe au présent avis,lequel estpubliéconformémentauxdispositionsdel’alinéa 201(1)b)de la LRCE. Il estproposé queletracé du pipeline franchisselesterrains figurantdans les tableauxjoints
Si vous avez desraisons de croire queletracé détaillé duprojet pourrait nuireà vosterrains, vous pouvez déposerune déclarationd’oppositionpar écritauprès delaRégiedel’énergieduCanadadansles 30 jourssuivantla publicationdu présentavis. Un exemplede Dé éclaration d’opposition au tracé détaillé se trouve surlesiteWebde la Régieà l’adressehttps://www.cerrec.gc.ca/fr/consultation-mobilisation/formulaire/sttmntppstndtldrt-fra.pdf.La déclaration d’opposition doit préciser la nature de votre intérêt dans lesterrainset les motifs de votreoppositionauprocessus relatifautracé détaillé.
Une copiedeladéclaration d’opposition doit être envoyéeaux adresses suivantes:
R Régie de l’énergie du Canada 517, Dixième Avenue S.-O., bureau 210
Calgary (Alberta) T2R 0A8 À l’attention de la secrétaire de la Commission, Téléphone (sans frais) : 1-800-899-1265
Courriel: secretaire@reccer gc ca
NorthRiver Midstream NEBC Connector GP Inc.
888, Troisième Rue S -O , bureau 1400
Calgary (Alberta) T2P 5C5
À l’attention de Rod Locke, directeur des questions foncières et d’emprise
Téléphone : 250-261-1121 Courriel: lands@nrm ca et/ou regulatory@nrm ca
Après dépôtd’une déclarationpar éc ritauprèsdelaRégie dans les30jours suivantla significationduprésent avis,laCom mission doit ordonner sans délai, sous réservede certaines exceptions indiquées ci-dessous,latenue d’une audience publique dans une régionjugée pratique pour la ou lespersonnes quil’ont déposée.
La Commission peut rejeterentouttemps unedéclaration etn’estnullement tenuede prendre quelquemesureque ce soit sisonauteurlaretiresur avis ou si laCommission jugequ’elleestfrivole,vexatoire ou faitedemauvaisefoi
SilaCommissiondétermine qu’ily alieudetenir uneaudiencepublique, elle fixeun momentetunlieuacceptablespuisfaitparaîtreunavisl’annonçant dans au moinsun numérod’une publicationà fort tirage,le cas échéant, dans la régionoù lesterra ins dontl’acquisition estproposéesontsitués. La Commission fait aussiparvenircet avis à toutesles personnesqui ontdéposéune déclarationd’oppositionpar écritauprèsdela Régie
La Commissionou unepersonneautorisée parelle peut procéder àl’inspectionde terrains, dont l’acquisitionest prévue ou quisonttouchés parlaconstructionduprojet, sielle le juge nécessaire
Àl’audiencepublique, la Commission permettraà toutes lespersonnes quiont déposé une déclarationdeprésenter desobs ervationsetelleseréserve le droitd’enautoriser d’autres si elle le juge approprié.
LaCommission tiendracomptedetoutesles déclarations et observations présentées à l’audiencepourdéterminerlemeilleurtracé détaillé possible ou lesméthodesainsi que les momentsles plus indiqués pour la construction duprojet.Elle peut aussiasso rtir son approbationdes conditions qu’elleestimeindiquées
Aprèstoute audiencesurunepartie quelconque duprojet,suiviedel’approbation ou du refus desplan, profiletlivre de renvoi yrelatifs, la Commission fait parvenir unecopie de sa décision et de sesmotifsà chacune despersonnes quilui ontprésenté des observationsdanscecontexte.
La Commission peut fixer àune sommequ’il juge raisonnableles fraisprovisoires ou définitifsentraînés parlaprésentationd’observationslorsdel’audiencepublique et ce montant doit ensuiteêtreremboursé sans délaipar NorthRiver àlapersonnequi a engagédetellesdépenses.
Unecopie desplan, profiletlivre de renvoi relatifs au tracédétaillédeprojetpeutêtre consultéeenligne àl’adressehttp://www.nrm.ca/what -wedo/nebc-connector/ ou encore enpersonneà l’une desadressessuivantes :
Régie de l'énergie du Canada 517, DixièmeAvenueS.-O., bureau 210
Calgary(Alberta) T2R0A8
Téléphone(sans frais) :1-800899-1265
SiteWeb: www.rec-cer.gc.ca
V Ville de Fort St John 10631,100eRue
Fort St.John(ColombieBritannique) V1J3Z5
Téléphone: 250-787-8150
D District régional de Peace River 9505,100eRue
Fort St.John(ColombieBritannique) V1J 4N4
Téléphone: 250-785-8084
N Northriver Midstream Inc (bureau de Calgary)
888, TroisièmeRue S.-O , bureau 1400
Calgary(Alberta) T2P5C5
Téléphone: 587-747-6500
N NorthRiver Midstream Inc. (bureau de Charlie Lake)
Mille53, routede l’Alaska Fort St.John (ColombieBritannique) V1J4H7
V Ville de Dawson Creek 10105, rue 12a
DawsonCreek(ColombieBritannique) V1G 3V7
Téléphone: 250-784-3600
D District régional de Peace River 1981, avenue Alaska
DawsonCreek(ColombieBritannique) V1G4H8
Téléphone :250-784-3200
Veuillezcontacter RodLocke,directeur desquestions foncièresetd’emprise de NorthRiver MidstreamNEBCConnector GP Inc.,au250 -261-1121 ou avec les bureaux de la Régiedel’énergie du Canada au 1-800-899-1265 si vous avez des questionsausujet du présentavis, desplan, profiletlivre de renvoiou de la procédurerelative au tracédétaillé.
FAIT àCalgary,enAlberta,le18février 2025.
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NH Classifi
2-YEAR-OLD & Yearling Registered Blk/Angus bulls for sale. Semen tested/ready to sell. Call Darren 780-8144993.
CROSSBRED COMMERCIALBULLS, semen-tested, vet inspected, vaccinated, free delivery, 780-836-2125.
RED & BLACK reg. polled
Hereford bulls, sementested, vet inspected, vaccinated, free delivery, 780-836-2125.
For Sale: Black white-faced heifer yearlings, 2-year-olds, & more. Information: 250827-3843.
LOOKING FOR PASTURE in the Peace Country for 10 to 30 cow pairs. Andrew 780-841-5932.
BUTCHER HOGS RAISED outdoors on a good grain diet, call John 780-5526011.
WEANER PIGLETS FOR sale, $120/ea. Call 250-7893778.
Buying Antiques: Coins, toys, advertising, tools & more. Willbuy bulk. Call/text 780-832-8216.
12’x8’INSULATED GREENHOUSE, 110v plugs, light, 15amp through extension cord. $6900 OBO. Eureka River. 780-6051846.
1 YEAR OLD 16' x 32'
insulated workshop/garage, wired, overhead door, $15,500 OBO. 780-6051846.
66’x14’MOBILE HOME,3 additions, 1634 sq ft, 24’x14’ deck/roof, to be moved. $49,000, 780-6051846.
12' LEON BLADE for Versatile 835, $5000. Call Shannon 250-263-7578.
CATD6NLGPwith ripper for hire. Located in Birch Hills County. Call Eugene at 780-835-0601.
CATskidsteer for hire. Located in Birch Hills County. Call Eugene at 780835-0601.
Dismantling cultivator, disc, and plows for parts. Some air drills. 780-831-6747.
1992 DODGE GRAND Caravan for parts or repair, seats 7, 250,000 km, $300. Call 780-532-3766.
1992 DODGE GRAND Caravan for parts or repair, seats 7, 250,000 km, $300. Call 780-532-3766.
2009 CHEV3500 15 passenger van, 6.0L gas, good condition, 297,500 kms, $9500 OBO. 780-6051846.
DOUBLE-WIDE HOUSE, free to be picked up & removed. 780-618-9161 or 780-836-2107.
SRI HOMES (FSJ,BC) 16ft, 20ft, 22ft Single-Wides now on Sale. 250-262-2847, salesfsj@pineridgemodular.c Sales(Warren Martin)
SRI HOMES (FSJ,BC) accepting orders for 24ft and 32ft Double-Wides. salesfsj@pineridgemodular.c Sales(Warren Martin) 250262-2847.
SNO-CO 22" ROTARY separator, c/w variety of extra screens. 780-618-9161 or 780-836-2107.
SNO-CO 30" ROTARY separator. Call Ed 780-6189161 or 780-836-2107.
1948 CATD4 crawler, showing 4,352 hrs, in running cond., asking $11,500. 780-834-6548. Registered white-faced bulls. 70bw known as registered black Herefords. Yearlings, 2-year-olds, & more. Information: 250-8273843.
1981 CHEVYCHEYENNE 1-ton, rebuilt 454, cab rebuilt 5 yrs ago, leather headliner/bucket/seats/conso $25,000. 780-296-5010.
16 FT. BUNK FEEDER, holds 3 round bales, c/w bale saver w/chaff guard. $500.00, 250-219-4139.
2 PYRENEES PUPS for sale, 7months old. Call for pricing, 250-789-3778.
PUREBRED SIBERIAN HUSKY pups for sale, 5 months old. Call for pricing, 250-789-3778.
6 REG. CANADIAN Arcott
Ram lambs for sale, can deliver. Sky Blue Farm, 780-837-1770, Donnelly.
Built right sheds. Building quality shelters. Call John 780-835-1908 for your quote today. 2006 GMC SIERRA Duramax, diesel, original engine, newtires, good running condition, $7900 OBO. 780-605-1846.
BUTLER 14FTGRAIN bins, most have aeration, call for details. 780-6189161 or 780-836-2107.
1975 FORD 8000 w/B&H, 6V "Jimmy" engine, 13spd transmission, not running. 780-836-2107 or 780-6189161.
16'X16' SINGLE AXLE trailer, 12" high for moving sheds or small buildings, $3000. 780-296-5010.
Call Daniel at 780-926-6789.
LOOKING FOR a 3000 series GPS for John Deere combine. Call Daniel at 780-926-6789.
LOOKING FOR a screen for a John Deere GPS system. Call Daniel at 780926-6789.
CATD8H dozer blade for sale. Hydraulic tilt on one side. Call 780-618-9161 or 780-836-2107.
13' STEELTABLE, folds for railings, $1200 OBO. 780-296-5010.
FLAT& ROUND jaw vice grips & welding rod oven, 780-296-5010.
FLAT& ROUND jaw vice grips & welding rod oven, 780-296-5010. Grande Prairie, AB.
GENERALTABLE SAW, 3HP, 220V, includes router table, 10’x6’E/Table. V/Good condition. $2500 OBO. 780-605-1846.
MANYTOOLS including slide Bessy C-Clamps & 4' vice grips clamps. 780-2965010.
Hadland SeedFarmLtd.
CertifiedSeedForSale AACRedstarCWRS
CDCAustensonBarley
CDCMaverickBarley
CDCEndureMillingOats
CDCHaymakerOats
CDCHickie YellowPea
CDCHorizonForagePea (250)793-9746
LOOKING FOR ORGANIC red clover seed, bin-run or cleaned. Call Edwin, 780-285-4680.
CERTIFIED OATSEED for sale, ORE3542M, 98% germ. Gordon 250-2613041.
CERTIFIED CWRS WHEATseed for sale, AAC Tisdale CWRS, 99% germ. Gordon 250-261-3041.
2011 NEWHOLLAND BR7090 round baler, megawide pickup, excellent condition. $30,000. Call Doug 250-219-4139.
CONCORD 40' HEAVY duty cultivator, c/w anhydrous kit. 780-8362107.
2019 JD 4052 TRACTOR, 620 hrs, c/w loader, bucket, & pallet forks. $39,000. Benjamin 780-772-0597.
2023 KIOTI CK3520, 35 HP, 90 hrs, grapple, bucket, backblade, $39,999/take over payments. Call 780772-9172.
2 QUALITYWIND turbines, 5 blade, 2000W 1600W, adjustable 4’ roof racks. $3500 OBO, 780605-1846. BELARUS 825 TRACTOR, 81HP, cabin,FWA, loader w/bucket, good running condition, $7900 OBO. 780605-1846.
1)IsthetractorfittedwithanapprovedROPS?
2)Areguardsfittedtoequipmentwherethere isa riskoflimbs,hairorclothingbeingcaught(e.g. PTO,auger,unguardedbeltsandpulleys)?
3)Arechildrenandadultspreventedfromriding ontractors/towedimplements?
4)Dovehicles,suchasquadbikes,carry loadsinaccordancewiththemanufacturer’s recommendedlimits?
5)Areoperatorsofvehiclesfamiliarwiththe manufacturer’sinstructions?
6)Ishearingprotectionwornwhenusingnoisy equipment?
7)Isthere regularinspectionandmaintenanceof equipment,e.g.allguardsinplace?
8)Wheninflatingtires,areprecautionstakento preventinjuryfromatire blowout?
9)Whenmovingequipmentdoyouwatchfor powerlinesandmaintainsafedistances?
10)Arethetractorbrakesfunctioningcorrectly?
11)Isthetractoronlyeverstartedfromthe operator’sseat?
VARIETY HEAVYseed oats, good germination, can deliver, 250-782-0220.
#1 STETTLER WHEAT w/very high protein! Also 13pro wheat,yellow peas, and canola. 780-926-6462. WANTED: STARTER & DIFFERENTIALPINION for Cockshutt 40 or 50 with Buda gas engine. 780-8350601.
Oats for sale, milling and feed grade, good bushel weight. Call 780-781-4457.
OATS SCREENING
AVAIL., call Stan, 250-7820220.
ALFALFAHAY, WILL deliver, for more info call Nick, 780-864-9523. Spirit River, AB.
and square straw bales for sale. Located 12 kms Northeast of Manning, Alberta. 780-781-4457.
PeaceCountry Hockey Schedule
ELIMINATION ROUND(Bestof3)
ValleyviewJetsdefeatHigh PrairieRegalsin 2Games
NPHLPLAYOFFS –ROUNDONE(Bestof7)
•Manning Cometsdefeat ValleyviewJetsin 4Games
• Falher PiratesdefeatFox CreekKnightsin 5Games
•Dawson CreekSr.CanucksdefeatFor tSt. JohnSr.Flyersin 4Games
•Spirit RiverSr. RangersdefeatGrande Prairie Athleticsin 4Games
NPHLPLAYOFFS –ROUND TWO(Bestof7)
Spirit RiverSr. Rangers vs Manning Comets Game1
Saturday, Feb228:30 p.m.Spirit RiverSr. Rangers(3) ManningComets(4) (OT) Game2
Tuesday, Feb258:30 p.m. Manning Comets at SpiritRiverSr.Rangers Game3
Friday, Feb288:30 p.m.Spirit RiverSr. Rangersats Manning Comets Game4
Saturday, Feb258:30 p.m. Manning Comets at SpiritRiverSr.Rangers Game 5(ifnecessary)
Tuesday, Mar4
8:30 p.m.Spirit RiverSr. Rangers atsManning Comets Game 6(ifnecessary)
Thursday, Mar6
8:30 p.m. Manning Comets at SpiritRiverSr.Rangers Game 7(ifnecessary)
Friday, Mar7
8:30 p.m.Spirit RiverSr. Rangersats Manning Comets
Falher PiratesvsDawson CreekSr.Canucks Game1
Friday, Feb218:30 p.m. Falher Pirates(4) Dawson CreekSr.Canucks(3) (OT) Game2
Sunday, Feb238:00 p.m.Dawson CreekSr. Canucks(5) Falher Pirates(1) Game3
Tuesday, Feb258:30 p.m. Falher PiratesatDawson CreekSr. Canucks Game4
Thursday, Feb278:30 p.m.Dawson CreekSr. CanucksatFalher Pirates Game 5(ifnecessary)
Saturday, Mar1
8:30 p.m. Falher PiratesatDawson CreekSr. Canucks Game 6(ifnecessary)
Tuesday, Mar4
8:30 p.m.Dawson CreekSr. CanucksatFalher Pirates Game 7(ifnecessary)
Thursday, Mar6
8:30 p.m. Falher PiratesatDawson CreekSr. Canucks
Government of Canada Purchases Avian In uenza Vaccine to Protect Individuals
Most
at Risk
Public Health Agency of Canada, February 19, 2025
The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) and its partners are focused on keeping people and animals in Canada safe and ensuring Canada is ready for any potential health threats. This includes taking proactive measures to protect the health of people in Canada by authorizing and securing the supply of a human vaccine a ainst avian in uen a as part o our rea iness an potential use as nee e base on ris con itions evera in an existin a reement has secure an initial suppl o oses o s human vaccine a ainst avian in uen a ArepanrixTM H5N1 A/American wigeon clade 2.3.4.4b. This vaccine will be used as part o ana a s contin enc plannin to protect people who ma be at increase ris o bein expose to the virus throu h animals in ecte with avian in uen a hile the current ris to the public remains low in ivi uals with hi her level exposure to infected animals are at increased risk and should take appropriate precautions ana a reporte its first omesticall ac uire human case o avian in uen a on ovember an continue vi ilance will help prevent a itional human cases To ate there has been no evi ence o sustaine person to person sprea o the virus in an o the cases i entifie loball owever avian in uen a has the potential to cause serious illness in people will provi e vaccines to provinces an territories base on an e uitable an ris base approach with o available oses oin to provinces an ter ritories an ept in a e eral stoc pile or national prepare ness rovinces and territories will make decisions on the potential use and administration of their respective vaccination pro rams in the context o local ris con itions with supportin pro ram monitorin an evaluation to a ust national efforts as nee e ana a s ational visor ommittee on mmuni ation has also release preliminar ui ance on the use o human vaccines a ainst avian in u en a in a non pan emic context ase on the evolvin epi emiolo ical situation in ana a an the nite tates broa vaccine eplo ment is not recommen e at this time but the guidance provides recommendations for the possible use of this vaccine by provincial and territorial public health authorities in current and poten tial future scenarios to protect the health of individuals at increased risk of being exposed to the virus.
continues to wor closel with the ana ian oo nspection enc ealth ana a provincial an territorial public health authorities animal health lea ers an experts in ustr roups an international or ani ations to prepare or an mana e the lobal ris s o avian in uen a e remain committe to protectin ana ians b continuousl stren thenin our prepare ness or emer in issues such as avian in uen a throu h proactive measures inclu in ris assessments lab capacit an testin monitorin an surveillance science coor ination an expert en a ement as well as ui ance or pro essionals an the public QUOTES
s we con ront the on oin lobal health ris s pose b avian in uen a our priorit remains protectin the health o people in ana a The proactive steps we are ta in inclu in securin vaccine oses re ect our commitment to bein prepare or an potential public health threats The onourable ar ollan inister o ealth ma in human vaccines a ainst avian in uen a available or potential use in in ivi uals at increase ris o exposure to avian in uen a as part o our rea iness we are enhancing our capacity to protect people in Canada and respond rapidly to emer in public health challen es r Theresa Tam hie ublic ealth fficer
QUICK FACTS
• vian n uen a ma pose a hi her ris to in ivi uals who have on o in contact with in ecte animals an their environments inclu in poultr
• The Arepanrix H5N1 A/American wigeon clade 2.3.4.4b vaccine is based on establishe technolo or seasonal an pan emic in uen a vaccines ealth ana a complete the review o the re ulator submission on ebruar 2025 and authorized the vaccine strain change.
• The ational visor ommittee on mmuni ation provi es expert ui ance on vaccine use in Canada. Their guidance on the use of Arepanrix H5N1 A/American wigeon clade 2.3.4.4b vaccine can be found on Canada.ca. NH
Fri,Jan3 7:00p.m. GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM LloydminsterBobcats
Sat,Jan4 7:30p.m. GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM FortMcMurrayOilBarons
Sun,Jan5 2:00p.m. GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM FortMcMurrayOilBarons
Fri,Jan177:00p.m.DevonXtreme
Sat,Jan186:00p.m.DevonXtreme
GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM
GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM
Tue,Jan217:00p.m GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM BonnyvillePontiacs
Wed,Jan227:30p.m GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM
Fri,Jan317:00p.m.BonnyvillePontiacs
FortMcMurrayOilBarons
GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM
Sat,Feb 16:00p.m.BonnyvillePontiacs GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM
Fri,Feb 77:00p.m GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM DevonXtreme
Sat,Feb8 7:00p.m. GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM DevonXtreme
Fri,Feb147:00p.m.WhitecourtWolverines GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM
Sat,Feb157:00p.m GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM WhitecourtWolverines
Tue,Feb187:00p.m.LloydminsterBobcats GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM
Fri,Feb217:00p.m GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM CamroseKodiaks
Sat,Feb227:00p.m. GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM DrumhellerDragons
Sun,Feb232:00p.m GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM DrumhellerDragons
Wed,Feb267:00p.m.BonnyvillePontiacs GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM
Fri,Feb287:00p.m.WhitecourtWolverines GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM
Sat,Mar1 7:00p.m. GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM WhitecourtWolverines
Fri,Mar 77:00p.m.FortMcMurrayOilBarons GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM
Sat,Mar 86:00p.m.FortMcMurrayOilBarons GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM
Tue,Mar117:00p.m GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM DraytonValleyThunder
Fri,Mar147:00p.m.LloydminsterBobcats GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM
Sat,Mar156:00p.m.LloydminsterBobcats GRANDEPRAIRIESTORM
REGULARSEASONSTANDINGS(asofSunday, February23,2025)
AJHLNORTHPTSGP WL OTLSOLSOWOTWGFGADIFF
WhitecourtWolverines654630 11 23 32 158106 +52
GrandePrairieStorm57462514 16 31 173133 +40
LloydminsterBobcats544825191 32 0157140 +17
F/McMurrayOilBarons44482024 31 11 136155 -19
BonnyvillePontiacs38461725 13 21 127175 -48
DevonXtreme264811332 241 123234 -111
AJHLSOUTHPTSGP WL OTLSOLSOWOTWGFGADIFF
CanmoreEagles725033 11 51 12 186128 +58
CalgaryCanucks68483212 22 24 206126 +80
CamroseKodiaks654829122 52 6167149 +18
DrumhellerDragons61492917 30 30 180135 +45
Drayton ValleyThunder49472119 43 16 153172 -19
OldsGrizzlys 29481433 10 53 126239 -113
Seriescurrentlytied1-1
Game1Sat, Feb22BeaverlodgeBlades(4)LaCreteLumberBarons(3) Game2Sun, Feb23BeaverlodgeBlades(1)LaCreteLumberBarons(5) Game3 Fri, Feb288:00p.m. LumberBarons at Blades Game4Sat,Mar18:00p.m. LumberBarons at Blades Game5Sun,Mar21:30p.m. LumberBarons at Blades Game6Sat,Mar87:00p.m. Blades at LumberBarons Game7Sun,Mar91:30p.m. Blades at LumberBarons BeaverlodgeBlades(3)vsCtyofGrandePrairieWheatKings(2) FortSt.JohnHuskiesdefeat FairviewFlyersin3Games DawsonCreekKodiaksdefeatNorth PeaceNavigatorsin4Games CALIBERENERGYEAST/WESTDIVISION(Round Two–Bestof7)
FortSt.JohnHuskiescurrentlyleadtheseries2-0 Game1Fri, Feb21DawsonCreekKodiaks(0)FortSt.JohnHuskies(4) Game2Sun, Feb23DawsonCreekKodiaks(2)FortSt.JohnHuskies(7) Game3 Fri, Feb288:30p.m. Huskies at Kodiaks Game4Sun,Mar24:00p.m. Huskies at Kodiaks Game5 Tues,Mar48:00p.m. Kodiaks at Huskies Game6 Fri,Mar78:00p.m. Huskies at Kodiaks Game7Sat,Mar88:00p.m. Kodiaks at Huskies
Calf 911 - How to Evaluate Newborn Calves Using the Calf Vigor Scoring System
Beef
Cattle Research Council, March 7, 2024
Ideally, after a calf is born, things go well, and the cow and newborn calf thrive. However, it is important for producers to know how to assess calves for subtle signs of distress or trauma that can occur ue to a ifficult calvin
Good vigor is a vital characteristic. A vigorous newborn calf has the best chance to remain healthy and productive within the herd.
The calf VIGOR scoring system is a standardized exam that was developed to help producers evaluate newborn calves and determine whether early intervention measures are necessary.
VIGOR is an Acronym for the Five Objective Measurements of Calf Vitality:
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– Visual Appearance: Yellow meconium staining on a calf as well as swelling in the head and face can indicate a prolonged birth.
– Initiation of Movement: The ability of a calf to get up and move will predict its ability to mother up and receive adequate colostrum.
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– General Responsiveness: e exes such as suc lin hea sha e ton ue with rawal an e e re ex re ect a cal s vi or
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– Oxygenation: The mucous membrane or gum color is a good indication of how a calf is receiving and using oxygen.
– Respiratory and Heart Rates: Both the heart and lung performance can be easily assessed by counting the heartbeat and the breaths taken in 15 seconds, and then multiplying by 4.
A calf vigor score of below 20 would indicate an immediate need to intervene to ensure that a calf gets adequate:
•colostrum, •pain management, •respiratory acidosis treatment and •close monitoring for any other conditions common to newborns.
Knowing the VIGOR score of each new calf will help to determine if, and what, early intervention strategies should be used to give the calf the best chance of survival and good productivity through to weaning. NH
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Bull Selection
Reprinted with permission of the Beef Cattle Research Council. Taken from the website https://www.beefresearch.ca/topics/bull-management/
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ull selection is an important decision for cow-calf producers that has implications or both short an lon term profitabilit hich bull a pro ucer selects will epen on operational oals bu et an pre erre traits rior to purchasin a bull it s important to i enti lon term her oals to best select a bull that can assist in the esire outcomes onsistent recor eepin helps to i enti areas o wea ness an stren th or the her an can ui e the t pe o enetic a vancements esire within the her hether the oal is improve rowth an per ormance o the subse uent cal crops or improve maternal traits such as improve ertilit an lon evit or replacement emales bull selection is a critical component in achievin bree in oals while wor in within a pre erre bu et EPDS
Expected progeny differences (EPDs) are a prediction of the genetic potential that is expecte to be passe on to the offsprin rom a parent The accurac o an or the pre iction increases as the per ormance ata o more offsprin are trac e The accurac o the pre iction o an animal s enetic potential can also be increase throu h tests or enot pin especiall in oun er animals who have et to have ata capture rom offsprin
There are several s available to evaluate a bull s traits but interpretin them while consi erin trait selection interaction can be ifficult ost bree associations an other or ani ations have evelope selection in exes which ocus on economicall relevant traits or specific operational oals e mature cow si e cow lon evit rowth carcass value weanin wei ht ee efficienc etc to assist an somewhat simpli the selection ecision process owever it is important to eep in min the level o heritabilit o traits an there ore those traits that can be in uence throu h enetic selection an which are in uence throu h chan in mana ement practices
BULL VALUATION
enti in a air price urin sire selection contributes to increase efficienc an operation economics pen in top ollar oes not alwa s achieve esire ►
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bree in oals or maximi e financial return to the her ifferent traits will impact the operation s bottom line ifferentl epen in on operational oals t is important to evaluate how much an in ivi ual bull is worth to an in ivi ual arm or ranch an i enti a price to pa that will allow a si nificant return on the investment
Bull value is dependent on:
n ivi ual per ormance
nvironment pasture pro uctivit
ana ement bull to cow ratio ar ets cal price or example lar e rame bulls ma have hi her maintenance costs but that ma be offset b heavier calves at sale time
BCRC BULL VALUATION CALCULATOR
The s ull aluation alculator is a tool available to bee pro ucers to estimate a brea even bull price usin personali e on arm numbers
Factors that significantly impact bull price include: ears o service
• Bull-to-cow ratio
xpecte price o ee ers
• Bull maintenance cost
The value etermine b the calculator is onl an estimate an ma not re ect the true brea even price owever this tool can be use as a ui eline emonstratin how chan in variables can affect the cost an value o a her sire
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ources The ee ow al anual lberta riculture an oo an ui elines or ni orm ee mprovement ro rams ee mprovement e eration These traits are nown to be heritable but a ormal heritabilit stu has not been con ucte since the inci ence is low an it woul ta e thousan s o animals to erive accurate heritabilities
New Appointments to Agricultural Products Marketing Council
The government is appointing three new members, reappointing three others and designating a new chair and vice-chair to the Alberta Agricultural Products Marketing Council.
Agri-News, February 12, 2025
The council is a public agency that oversees agricultural marketing boards and commissions to ensure they are implementing governance best practices, provides policy advice to the minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, and administers legislation for the agricultural industry and government.
“This is an important board, whose membership includes people with excellent agricultural credentials and experience. It provides the government with advice to ensure our ag industry remains competitive and innovative, while attracting
investment, creating jobs and putting food on the tables of Alberta families and families across the country and around the world.” RJ Sigurdson, Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation
Three appointees are returning for a second term, including the new council chair, John Buckley, and vice-chair, Henricus Bos. The new chair and vicechair will assume their executive positions effective March 21, 2025. The third appointment for a second term is council member John Guelly.
Susan Novak continues to serve as the government’s representative.
“I am honoured to be appointed chair of the Marketing Council board. I’ve enjoyed the past three years on council, particularly helping amalgamate the former wheat and barley commissions and our continued focus on marketing board and commission bylaws. I look forward to working with my fellow council members, our boards and commissions and Minister Sigurdson to help ensure agriculture remains a strong and thriving sector in Alberta.” John Buckley, chair of the Alberta Agricultural Products Marketing Council.
Three other members are either completing their terms or have decided to resign due to other priorities. They will be replaced by three new council members, who will infuse new ideas and perspectives into the council. They are:
• Ian Chitwood
•Susan Schafers
•David Moss
The new council members will start their first term on March 21, 2025.
The government appoints council members using an open and competitive application and members are chosen based on experience and credentials.
QUICK FACTS
The Alberta Agricultural Products Marketing Council is established under the Marketing of Agricultural Products Act. The council currently has seven members, including a Government of Alberta representative.
Council members can serve a maximum of two consecutive terms (one term is three years) and are appointed by an order-in-council. NH
