E-Newsletter MBP Raised Drought Concerns dsfsfa with Provincial Government An update from MBP May 7, 2021
This week Manitoba Beef Producers (MBP) wrote to Agriculture and Resource Development Minister Blaine Pedersen and Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler about the drought conditions that are causing serious challenges for many of our members and to raise with the provincial government a number of potential strategies to help producers deal with this serious situation. Information from sources such as Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Drought Monitor, Manitoba Agriculture and Resource Development (MB ARD) crop reports, the Manitoba Drought Monitor and direct producer accounts have identified the extent of the challenges and the impact they are having on farms and ranches in terms of available water supplies, and implications for pasture and forage production. Much more moisture is required to address the protracted dry conditions beef producers have experienced in recent years and to provide them with a greater degree of certainty around pasture, feed and water supplies in the weeks and months ahead. MBP has asked the provincial government to give consideration as soon as possible to making the following types of initiatives available to producers: •
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Providing an intake period for the Ag Action Manitoba Program for Farmers’ BMP: Managing Livestock Access to Riparian Areas (503). Having access to reliable water sources, be they dugouts or wells is critical to livestock production. In recent drought years BMP 503 has proven very beneficial to producers who have had to either rehabilitate existing water sources or dig new ones; Making available land for haying and grazing purposes on Crown lands like wildlife management areas;
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Publicizing how producers can get permission to mow provincial highway ditches or alongside waterways (e.g. Red River Floodway);
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Continuing to work with the livestock sector to promote sites for sourcing feed and pastures, such as the Manitoba Hay Listing Service;
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Providing extension services to producers about strategies for dealing with drought conditions such as managing pastures and forages, and effectively introducing alternative feed sources, etc.; and,
As well, MBP requested an update on interdepartmental discussions related to drought and water management, and whether consideration is underway to determine if pumps and water lines could be made available to help livestock producers with water supply challenges. For example, some producers could face scenarios where they have pastures into which cattle could be turned, but must have assured water supplies before they do so. This may also be the case for some Crown lands that could potentially be made available for grazing by the province. MBP also noted that it continues to hear from Lake Manitoba area producers about environmental damage caused by the major flood events in the past decade. This includes salinity issues, the presence of cattails and other factors which impede effective haying and grazing in some areas, compounding concerns about feed availability. Effective strategies are needed to address these lasting damages so full utilization can be restored. MBP will continue to engage with government about this issue going forward so that strategies can be achieved to help mitigate risk for affected producers.
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Resources for Drought Management
The following information is from the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC). For a wide variety of other BCRC resources visit http://www.beefresearch.ca/ Recurring drought is a natural part of the climate in many areas of Canada and creates a challenge when managing grazing and forage resources. Although droughts are often unpredictable, they are inevitable, meaning they are often at the back of every producer’s mind. Long-term farm and ranch management must include planning for and consideration of how drought will affect the entire system – including plants, livestock and water sources.
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Sources of water for grazing animals can quickly become limited or unavailable during drought periods. It is recommended that any pastures that could possibly run out of water be grazed first. In some cases, it may become necessary to use a portable stock water supply in order to continue grazing a forage source where water has become limited.
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Producers should consider pumping water from the source to a trough to help extend water supplies, maintain water quality and prevent cattle from getting stuck in watering sites that are drying up.
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Stock water quality can deteriorate rapidly. Even if water quantity appears adequate, poor water quality can quickly cause health and production problems and even death. Test stock water sources frequently when animals are grazing.
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Extended rest periods and increased recovery times are necessary to protect plants during dry periods.
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Consider planting annual crops, supplementing pastures with alternate feeds, or creep feeding, to help extend grazing resources. Feed testing is an important consideration during dry conditions.
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Drought management strategies should be a permanent part of every grazing plan. The benefits of rotational grazing and managing pastures to retain litter (plant residue) are especially evident during drought.
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Drought plans should identify the order of groups or classes of livestock to be
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When managing through a drought, consider combining groups of animals to encourage grazing of less desirable plants and grazing pastures with species that are more tolerant of increased grazing pressure. It is important to monitor for toxic or poisonous plants, which are more likely to be grazed during dry years.
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Resources for Drought Management de-stocked, if necessary, and at what point each group will be moved if the drought persists.
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What’s In Your Water? Water Quality and the Economics of Pump Systems (Beef Cattle Research Council webinar recording)
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Alternative Feeds (Beef Cattle Research Council web page)
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Managing Forage in a Dry Year (Canadian Cattlemen Magazine article)
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Feed Testing & Analysis for Beef Cattle (Beef Cattle Research Council web page)
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How to Manage for Drought with Grazing (Foothills Forage and Grazing Association video)
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Stretching Feed Supplies (Beef Cattle Research Council blog post)
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Is Creep Feeding an Answer to Your Pasture Woes? (Beef Cattle Research Council blog post)
Resources The following are some current drought management resources available for beef producers. ▪
Drought Management Strategies (Beef Cattle Research Council web page)
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Drought Management Strategies (Beef Cattle Research Council blog post)
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Dealing with Drought: Key Facts for Beef Producers (Beef Cattle Research Council factsheet)
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Canadian Drought Monitor (Government of Canada web page)
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Conserving Pasture Production During Dry Conditions (Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs web page)
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Fall Pasture Fertility Management After A Dry Summer (Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs article)
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COVID-19 Vaccine Update, Including Latest Eligibility Criteria • work in any health-care setting including outpatient settings; or • work as a front-line police officer or firefighter.
(May 7, 2021 Province of Manitoba News Release)
Eligibility to be immunized at a super site or pop-up clinic has been expanded to include individuals aged 40 or older and Indigenous people aged 18 and older. In addition, all adults aged 18 and older who live or work in specified jobs in these priority communities continue to be eligible to make an appointment: • Prairie Mountain Health – Brandon East End and Brandon Downtown; • Winnipeg Regional Health Authority – Inkster West, Fort Garry South, Seven Oaks West, Downtown East, Point Douglas South, Inkster East, Point Douglas North, Downtown West, River East South, St. Vital North and Seven Oaks East; and • Interlake–Eastern Regional Health Authority – Powerview-Pine Falls. All adults who live or work (in any role) in the Northern Regional Health Authority, as well as Churchill, are also eligible. A map and other information about community-based eligibility is available at https://manitoba.ca/covid19/vaccine/eligibilitycriteria.html#community-based. Eligibility also includes people aged 18 and older who: • are pregnant; • are a client of Community Living disABILITY Services;
Eligibility for the AstraZeneca/Covishield vaccine includes individuals aged 40 or older and people aged 30 to 39 with priority health conditions. A complete list is available at: https://manitoba.ca/covid19/vaccine/eligibilitycriteria.html. Appointments Eligible people can now book appointments at the Gimli super site, which will be opening later this month. Appointments are also currently available at super sites in Dauphin, Steinbach, Winnipeg (RBC Convention Centre and Leila locations), Brandon, Thompson, Selkirk and Morden. Eligible individuals can book their appointment online at https://protectmb.ca with an email address and health card number, or by calling (toll-free) 1-844-626-8222 (1-844MAN-VACC). Pop-up clinics are scheduled in Winnipeg next week and in other locations throughout the province during the week of May 17. Appointments can be made by calling (toll-free) 1-844-626-8222 (1-844-MAN-VACC). Appointments are no longer being taken for The Pas and Flin Flon pop-up clinics, which will now operate as walk-in clinics. Previously booked appointments will be honoured. The clinic in The Pas is at Roy H. Johnson Arena (523 Smith St.) and will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on May 11, 12, 18 and 19. The Flin Flon clinic is located at the Flin Flon Community Hall (2 North Ave.) and will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on May 13, 14, 20 and 21.
COVID-19 Vaccine Update, Including Latest Eligibility Criteria Appointments are also available at urban Indigenous pop-up clinics led by community organizations in Winnipeg, Brandon, Thompson and Portage la Prairie. The AstraZeneca/Covishield vaccine is available at medical clinics or pharmacies. Find available doses and how to make an appointment with the COVID-19 Vaccine Shot Finder, located at www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/vaccine/finder.html. People will be able to begin booking seconddose appointments on May 22. Individuals who are immunocompromised or have other prioritized health conditions will be able to book their appointments first. More details on this process will provided in the coming days. Additional Information The new Manitoba Pandemic Sick Leave program will provide employers with up to $600 per employee for up to five full days of COVID19 related sick leave, which do not have to be taken consecutively. Eligible sick leave related to COVID-19 includes testing, vaccinations and side effects, self-isolation due to COVID-19 symptoms, or care for a loved one in any of the previously mentioned circumstances.
Manitoba is piloting the use of the Moderna vaccine in several pharmacies and medical clinics. Each of these locations is responsible for identifying and booking clients into available appointments. Anyone who has been in Manitoba for one month or more can receive the vaccine at no cost if they meet provincial eligibility requirements. People in Manitoba can now access interpreter services in over 100 languages when they are booking their COVID-19 vaccine appointment by phone. Callers can also request spoken language or American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation services at one of the province’s super-site locations. More information about the vaccine campaign in Manitoba is available at www.manitoba.ca/vaccine and https://protectmb.ca. For regular updates, visit https://protectmb.ca and sign up for the weekly e-newsletter. All data in this bulletin is current as of May 6, unless noted otherwise.
The Province of Manitoba will be holding a news conference late Friday, May 7, at which it will be outlining changes to the Public Health Order with respect to pandemic-related restrictions. To see the news release when it becomes available go to: https://news.gov.mb.ca/ news/index.html . And to read the updated Public Health Order when it becomes available later go to: https://www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/prs/orders/ index.html
Province Invests In Creation Of New Water Management Strategy (May 6, 2021 Province of Manitoba News Release)
The Manitoba government is investing up to $1 million to support the development and implementation of Manitoba’s new provincial water management strategy, Agriculture and Resource Development Minister Blaine Pedersen announced. “The goal of Manitoba’s water management strategy will be to manage water sustainably as a key resource for Manitobans, ecosystems and the economy, while considering the impacts of a changing climate and growing economic and social needs,” said Pedersen. “This work will build on our current tools for water management, the recommendations of the Expert Advisory Council, and through engagement with Manitobans, stakeholders and communities across the province.” Manitoba’s water management strategy will include short-term actions (to be implemented within five years) to address immediate issues related to water management as well as longerterm actions (implemented over 15 to 20 years) that will support the strategy’s goal over the longer term.
The fund will be administered by the Enterprise Machine Intelligence and Learning Initiative (EMILI), and an oversight committee, jointly appointed by EMILI and the minister, has also been established to review and approve projects and activities under the fund. “Manitoba has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create a water management strategy to drive economic and environmental prosperity in our province,” said Ray Bouchard, chair of the oversight committee for the fund. “Over the next year, this fund will support building a roadmap for a long-term water management strategy with identified projects from key economic sectors and insights from a diversity of stakeholders in Manitoba.” The minister noted that a plan to engage the public, Indigenous communities and stakeholders on the strategy is being finalized and more details will be announced in the coming weeks.
How Census data helps Canadian farmers The census is the only source of communitylevel data that ensures that the unique perspectives of farmers, farm communities and agricultural operations are included when making decisions that affect them and their livelihood. The data are essential to defend the interests of farmers and the agriculture industry in trade disputes and to ensure market access. They provide fact-based evidence to inform government decisions regarding financial support programs for Canadian farmers. They also help to measure the impacts of disease outbreaks and climate change (such as fires, floods, droughts and storms).
May 11, 2021 is Census Day (Statistics Canada) With the pandemic continuing
to influence how we shop and prepare meals for our families, national agriculture and sustainable local food supplies are top of mind for many of us. That's why it is important for our farmers to have access to critical information required to make informed decisions about their operations to help feed Canadians and to continue to be competitive and strong trading partners. Statistics Canada's Census of Agriculture is an important tool that helps farmers see emerging trends in agricultural technologies and practices. Its results allow the industry and the public to get a snapshot of the state of agriculture in Canada, and the importance of this sector.
The 2021 version of the census is almost here, and there are a few things Canadian farm operators should know. In early May, all Canadian farmers will receive an invitation letter with easy-to-follow instructions on how to complete the questionnaire online. To best support farmers at this busy time of year and to help reduce their reporting burden, concrete steps have been taken to make the 2021 questionnaire quicker and easier for them to respond. This means that only questions relevant to each operator's farm will be asked when filling out the census questionnaire online. It also means that selected questions may be replaced using high-quality alternative data sources when available. Find more information on the census website.
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Minister Bibeau Launches Program to Create 2,000 Youth Jobs in the Agriculture Sector (May 5, 2021 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada News Release) The Minister of Agriculture and
Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, and the Member of Parliament for Glengarry–Prescott–Russell, Francis Drouin, hosted a virtual event to announce an investment of up to $21.4 million to enhance the Youth Employment and Skills Program (YESP) and fund about 2,000 jobs for youth in the agriculture sector. They were joined by Chair of the Canadian Young Farmers’ Forum Justin Williams, and representatives from three past program participants: Delta, British Columbia’s Cropthorne Farm Ltd.; Coaldale, Alberta’s Kasko Cattle Co.; and St-Eugène, Ontario’s Les Fruits du Poirier. The YESP aims to support agri-food employers and provide young Canadians between the ages of 15 and 30 with job experience in agriculture that could lead to a career working in the sector. In 2020, the Government of Canada invested $9.2 million for the YESP, to fund nearly 1,000 jobs. Today’s investment more than doubles last year’s allocation. Eligible applicants include producers, agribusinesses, industry associations, provincial and territorial governments, Indigenous organizations and research facilities. Support can cover the period from April 15, 2021 to March 31, 2022. Applications for the YESP are now being accepted and forms are available through the webpage. For more information, please contact aafc.yesp-pecj.aac@canada.ca, or call: 1-866-452-5558. Young people were among the hardest and fastest hit when the COVID-19 pandemic struck, experiencing more job losses than any other age demographic. Meanwhile, the agriculture sector has been facing increased difficulty accessing labour since the beginning of the
pandemic. By promoting youth employment in the agriculture sector, the Government of Canada is ensuring a resilient food supply chain and keeping the sector strong. Quotes
“By doubling our youth jobs program, we are providing thousands of young people with rewarding experiences that could lead to a career in agriculture. In a time of labor shortages, this enhancement will also allow many employers to fill vacant positions.” - The Honourable MarieClaude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and AgriFood “Now more than ever, young Canadians need support to launch their careers. Through the Youth Employment and Skills Program, the Government of Canada is helping more youth discover the limitless potential of careers in agriculture, while also enhancing the sector, which is vitally important to rural communities across Canada.” - Francis Drouin, Member of Parliament for Glengarry–Prescott–Russell "The YESP program has been an easy program to use. We’ve appreciated that it helped us hire a young person and expose them to some of the opportunities in the field of agriculture.” - Ryan Kasko, General Manager, Kasko Cattle Co Ltd. Quick facts •
The Youth Employment and Skills Program (YESP) offers employers who hire youth for agricultural jobs support for up to 50% of wages, to a maximum of $14,000. Indigenous applicants and employers who hire a youth facing barriers are eligible to receive up to 80% of total eligible costs, up to a maximum of $14,000.
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YESP offers 100% of costs for relocation, to a maximum of $5,000, if the youth must relocate for the position.
Province Launches Online Public Engagement on Manitoba’s Agriculture and Agri-Food Industry (May 6, 2021 Province of Manitoba News Release)
The Manitoba government is launching an online public engagement to seek feedback on the priorities and future direction of Manitoba’s agriculture and agri-food industry, Agriculture and Resource Development Minister Blaine Pedersen announced today. “Manitoba’s agri-food industry has demonstrated a strong commitment to Ag Action Manitoba and the next agricultural policy framework dialogues,” said Pedersen. “We are seeking people’s experiences with the Ag Action Manitoba program and will collect data on key sector priorities for Manitobans.” Building on previous engagement, the province is seeking Manitobans thoughts on the priorities and future direction of Manitoba’s agriculture
and agri-food industry. This information will support preparation for the upcoming Federal/Provincial/Territorial (FPT) Ministers of Agriculture meeting where the next FPT agricultural policy framework priorities and policy statement will be set. Manitoba Agriculture and Resource Development is seeking to better understand Manitobans experiences with the Ag Action Manitoba program, thoughts on existing Ag Action Manitoba priority areas, and thoughts on new and emerging issues and opportunities in the sector. To take part in the engagement, visit https://engagemb.ca/engaging-mb-ag-industry. The deadline for public feedback is May 27.
Information on Manganese in Drinking Water for Private Well Owners (May 3, 2021 Province of Manitoba News Release)
The province advises that a number of wells in Manitoba may exceed a new health-based guideline for manganese. Previously, manganese was thought to have only esthetic impacts. Based on new evidence, Health Canada developed a health-based limit of 0.12 mg/L for total manganese in drinking water. In December 2020, the new guideline for manganese was adopted as a drinking water standard in Manitoba. Manganese is a naturally occurring trace element, commonly found in well water throughout Canada. Some well owners treat for manganese, as it is often associated with discoloured (brown or blackish) water. Manganese is an essential element and consumption of small amounts is part of a
healthy diet. Manganese in solid food is usually not a concern, but too much manganese in drinking water has been associated with some adverse health effects. The new evidence indicates that drinking water with high levels of manganese may harm brain development in infants and young children. For adults and older children, short-term exposure to manganese in drinking water slightly above the guideline is unlikely to cause negative health effects, but infants fed with formula mixed with water are the most sensitive population. For more information on manganese or on testing a well, see the Manganese in Manitoba Well Water fact sheet at: https://www.gov.mb.ca/sd/pubs/water/drinkin g_water/factsheet_manganese.pdf
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The rise of tissue engineered protein has been a popular topic covered in the media, especially with the announcement of the first commercial available product launching earlier this year in Singapore with Eat Just lab grown chicken. However, many questions remain unanswered…How are these products developed? What inputs are involved? When could Canada have a commercially available product for consumers? Is the average person interested in trying these products? Public and Stakeholder Engagement have organized an exclusive virtual learning experience with Dr. Tim McAllister, research scientist at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, to learn about this emerging technology and what it may mean for the protein market in Canada. Following his presentation, Dr. McAllister will take questions from the audience.
Manitobans Encouraged to Take Precautions to Minimize Risk of Tick Exposure humans or in various habitats. They can submit a picture to have the tick identified by experts, which will let them confirm if the tick they found belongs to a species capable of transmitting tick-borne disease. To submit a picture of a tick visit www.etick.ca.
(May 3, 2021 Province of Manitoba News Release)
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month and public health officials with Manitoba Health and Seniors Care remind Manitobans that tick-borne diseases are preventable. People can protect themselves by performing regular tick checks after spending time outdoors, knowing where blacklegged ticks may be found, minimizing their risk of exposure, and recognizing the signs and symptoms of tickborne diseases. These precautions will help protect against anaplasmosis, babesiosis and Lyme disease. Manitobans are reminded that when outside, it is still important to practise physical distancing according to current COVID-19 public health guidelines. For more information, visit www.manitoba.ca/covid19. Blacklegged ticks, which can carry anaplasmosis, babesiosis and Lyme disease, are most commonly found within and along the edge of forests and in areas with thick, woody shrubs and other vegetation. These ticks are typically found from early spring when snow melts through late fall, with peaks in adult activity in the spring and fall. Manitoba’s new eTick program helps monitor and assess the continued expansion of the blacklegged tick populations. Manitobans can use eTick when they find ticks on animals,
Limiting exposure to potentially infected blacklegged ticks, particularly the smaller nymphs who are active during the late spring and summer months, is the key to tick-borne disease prevention. Manitobans are encouraged to take precautions to minimize their risk of tick exposure by: • applying an appropriate tick repellent, following label directions, on exposed skin and clothing; • inspecting themselves, children and pets after spending time outdoors; • removing ticks as soon as possible from people and pets; • staying to the centre of walking trails; • wearing long pants and long-sleeved shirts; and • keeping grass and shrubs around homes cut short to create drier environments that are less suitable for blacklegged tick survival. Symptoms of anaplasmosis, babesiosis and Lyme disease can be found at: www.gov.mb.ca/health/publichealth/cdc/tickbo rne/index.html. People who think they may have anaplasmosis, babesiosis or Lyme disease should contact a doctor. For more information, they may also contact Health Links–Info Santé at 204-7888200 or (toll-free) 1 888 315-9257. To learn more about blacklegged ticks, tickdisease and prevention, visit: www.gov.mb.ca/health/publichealth/cdc/tickbo rne/.
Important Changes to AgriStability for 2020 and 2021 On March 25, 2021, federal, provincial and territorial Ministers of Agriculture agreed to the following changes to the AgriStability program:
AgriStability is a margin based program designed to help producers manage large income declines.
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the reference margin limit has been removed retroactive to the 2020 program year
Each year, you must enrol in the program, pay your fee and submit a form by the applicable deadlines.
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the deadline to enrol for the 2021 program year has been extended from April 30 to June 30, 2021
You may receive a payment if your production margin in the current year falls below your historical reference margin by more than 30%.
AgriStability is one of the business risk management programs under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership. It protects Canadian producers against large declines in farming income for reasons such as production loss, increased costs and market conditions.
Use the AgriStability Benefit Estimator to help you understand how the program works and to calculate an estimated benefit. For more information on participating, visit Who is eligible? and How to apply.
Environmental Farm Plan Workshops (Source: Manitoba Agriculture and Resource Development) Environmental Farm Plans (EFP) are an essential part of every farm operation. These workshops will guide producers through the EFP workbook to help assess and identify the environmental assets and risks on their farm operations, and develop an action plan to address the identified risks. Workbooks and support material will be provided to those who attend. EFPs must be renewed every five years to remain valid. If you are unsure if your EFP is
valid, please contact KAP to inquire (204) 6971140. No workshops are planned for the 2021 Field Season (May to November) as we transition to the new electronic platform. If you require an EFP workshop, please send an email to ManitobaEFP@gov.mb.ca to be placed on a waiting list. If your needs are immediate, please send the email with "URGENT" in the subject line and you will be contacted personally.
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SCHOLARSHIP ***Due to ongoing disruptions arising from the COVID-19 pandemic (and the related impacts on high schools and post-secondary institutions) MBP has pushed the application deadline for its 2021 scholarship competition into November instead of the usual June intake deadline. This application intake process is for students who will be undertaking post-secondary studies in the 2021-22 academic year. Manitoba Beef Producers is pleased to make available six $500 scholarships annually for MBP members or their children attending a university, college, other post-secondary institution or pursuing trades training. Preference will be given to those students pursuing a field of study related to agriculture or to those acquiring a skilled trade or pursuing a career that would be beneficial to the rural economy. Completed applications and supporting documents must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. Friday, November 5, 2021. A selection committee will review the submissions. Winners will be notified by December 14, 2021. The scholarship criteria is as follows: Eligibility: • Must be at least 17 years of age as of January 1, 2021. • Must be an active Manitoba beef producer or the child of an active Manitoba beef producer. Note: This can include beef producers returning to school after a period of time in the workforce. • Post-secondary program or trades training must be a minimum of one year in duration. Items You Are Required to Submit: • Completed application form; • A typed 600-word (maximum) essay discussing “What the beef industry means to my family, my community and Manitoba.” Also include the reasons you enjoy being involved in agriculture.*; • A copy of your transcript (either high school, or a recognized college, university or trade school); • Proof of enrolment in a recognized institution (current transcript, or your acceptance letter, or a letter of intent indicating your intended institution and field of study). • A list of community involvement (e.g. 4-H, community clubs, volunteer work, etc.); and, • The names of two references, including their addresses and telephone numbers. Submissions and ALL documentation must be sent no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, November 5, 2021 to: Manitoba Beef Producers Scholarship Committee 220 – 530 Century Street Winnipeg MB R3H 0Y4 E-mail: info@mbbeef.ca Fax: (204) 774-3264 For more information, please contact Manitoba Beef Producers at 1-800-772-0458 or email info@mbbeef.ca. *Scholarship winners’ essays will be published in MBP’s newspaper Cattle Country.
MBP 2021 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION PLEASE PRINT Name: _______________________________________________________________________________ Mailing address: _______________________________________________________________________ Telephone: _____________________________ Email: __________________________________________ Date of birth: _____________________________ Parents’ names if you are under 18: _______________________________________________________ Are you a beef producer? _____________________________ Are you the child of a beef producer? ________ If yes, what is their name(s)? __________________________ Institute of current enrolment: ________________________________________________________________ Current or intended program of post-secondary study or skilled trades training: __________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Duration of post-secondary program or skilled trades training: _________ year (s)
Essay: Please submit a typed 600-word (maximum) essay* on the topic “What the beef industry means to my family, my community, and Manitoba.” Also include the reasons you enjoy being involved in agriculture. *Note: Scholarship winners’ essays will be published in Manitoba Beef Producers’ newspaper Cattle Country. Please return the completed application form, transcript, and proof of enrolment in a post-secondary institution or an apprenticeship program or a letter of intent to pursue further studies, a list of your community involvement, the typed essay and, your references no later than 4:30 p.m., Friday, November 5, 2021 to: Manitoba Beef Producers Scholarship Committee 220 – 530 Century Street Winnipeg, MB R3H 0Y4 Email: info@mbbeef.ca Fax (204) 774-3264