E-Newsletter dsfsfa An update from MBP March 11, 2022
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Canada, United States agree on protocol to guide the cross-border transit of animals in emergency situations (March 10, 2022 Canadian Food Inspection Agency Statement) The Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) of Canada, Dr. Mary Jane Ireland and the United States CVO, Dr. Rosemary Sifford, issued the following statement: "We are pleased to announce that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and the United States Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS), have officially agreed to implement an Emergency Transit Policy for Regulated Animals. The policy makes it easier and faster to evacuate regulated animals, such as livestock, birds, pets and companion animals, across the border during emergencies such as flooding, forest fires, extreme weather conditions or disasters, or when routine transportation routes are impaired without feasible alternatives. Animals transiting through the other country during an emergency will be
instructed when and where they will have to reenter their country of origin. Under the joint policy, the country declaring an emergency will inspect animals, apply official seals to transport conveyances, and issue a simplified export health certificate either at the port(s) of exit by an official veterinarian or at the premises of origin by an accredited veterinarian or official veterinarian. This joint policy is another example of Canada and United States' commitment to protect their animal population and it also shows the continued cooperation in supporting producers in both countries. This policy was developed by the CFIA and USDA under the umbrella of the Canada-US Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC) which is intended, amongst others, to maintain and enhance the health, safety and security of Canadians and the environment."
TRANSPORTING UNFIT OR COMPROMISED ANIMALS The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regulates the humane treatment of all animals being transported into, within, and out of Canada by enforcing the Health of Animals Regulations (Part XII) Transport of Animals. All persons involved in the transport of animals must ensure that every animal being transported is assessed as being fit for the trip and that all provisions of the regulations are met. If an animal becomes unfit or compromised before, during or after being transported, reasonable measures must be taken to prevent unnecessary suffering. As soon as possible, the animal must be transported to receive care or be humanely killed or have the animal humanely killed while on the conveyance. Unfit animals (as described in the Regulations) are not to be transported unless it is to receive care recommended by a veterinarian. If transported, they must be loaded, confined, transported and unloaded in accordance with the provisions of the Regulations (refer to section 139(2)) to prevent suffering, injury or death. Compromised animals (as described in the Regulations) are not to be transported to assembly centres, including auction markets. They may be transported if they are isolated from other animals, are loaded and unloaded individually without having to negotiate any ramps within the conveyance, and transported to the nearest place where they can receive care or be humanely killed. They must also be provided with feed, water and rest at a maximum, every 12 hours (fewer if needed to meet required outcomes). They must be loaded, confined, transported and unloaded in accordance with the provisions of the Regulations (refer to section 140(1)) to prevent suffering, injury and death.
• is non-ambulatory; • has a fracture that impedes mobility or causes signs of pain; • is lame and exhibits pain in one or more limbs or cannot walk on all of its legs; • is in shock or is dying; • has a prolapsed uterus; • has a severe rectal or severe vaginal prolapse; • has nervous system disorder; • is a porcine that is trembling, discolored and has difficulty breathing; • has laboured breathing; • has severe open wound or severe laceration; • is hobbled to aid in treatment; • is extremely thin; • exhibits signs of dehydration; • is hypothermic or hyperthermic; • exhibits signs of a fever; • has a significant hernia that impedes movement, causes signs of pain, touches the ground when standing, or that has an open wound or infection; • is in the last 10% of its gestation period or has given birth during the preceding 48 hours; • has an unhealed infected navel; • has a gangrenous udder; • has severe cancer eye; • is bloated with signs of discomfort or weakness; • is exhausted; • exhibits any other signs of infirmity, illness, injury or a condition that indicates that it cannot be transported without suffering.
Signs of a compromised animal • is bloated but does not demonstrate signs of discomfort or weakness; • has acute frostbite; • is blind in both eyes; • has not healed after any procedure, including dehorning, castration, and detusking; • lameness other than what is described in the regulation as unfit; • has a deformity or a fully healed amputation that does not cause pain; • is in a period of peak lactation and will not be milked to prevent mammary engorgement; • has an unhealed or acutely injured penis; • has a minor rectal or minor vaginal prolapse; • has its mobility limited by a device applied for treatment (for example, hobbles); • is a wet bird; or • exhibits any other signs of infirmity, illness, injury or of a condition that indicates that it has a reduced capacity to withstand transport.
NOTE: • Calves 8 days and under are prohibited from being transported to assembly centres, including auction markets. • Lactating animals that cannot be milked to prevent engorgement must reach a destination where they can be milked or slaughtered before becoming engorged. • Animals with mammary engorgement will be considered compromised or unfit.
All regulated parties are required to be aware of all applicable provisions in Part XII of the regulations. For more information about humane transport and animal welfare, visit inspection.gc.ca/humane.
CFIA P1037E-20 Catalogue No.: A104-192/2020E-PDF ISBN: 978-0-660-33792-0 Aussi disponible en français
Signs of an unfit animal
Manitoba Beef Producers joined up with 4-H Manitoba on March 10 to cook Cowboy Cupcakes and learn about the beef sector. Special thanks to MBP Vice-President and District 8 Director Matthew Atkinson for being a part of the Q&A session & Andrea VilMnef PG -JNF and -FNPO .Fdia for representing Canada Beef!
Important Reminders/Updates re: AgriRecovery Programs Related to the 2021 Drought Livestock Feed and Transportation Drought Assistance
been sent an email or letter in the mail informing them how they can apply for these expenses.
Program Description AgriRecovery is a disaster relief framework under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership that provides a coordinated process for federal, provincial and territorial governments to respond rapidly when disasters affecting several producers occur.
Extraordinary Expenses incurred between June 1, 2021 and March 15, 2022 including hauling water, renting extra pasture and cropland, harvesting extra acres for livestock feed, temporary fencing for supplemental grazing, and transporting feed from distant locations. A one time declaration of extraordinary expenses can be submitted over the life of the program.
The Livestock Feed and Transportation Drought Assistance program was developed in consultation with industry to help meet the needs of Manitoba producers experiencing drought conditions. The program helps livestock producers affected by low moisture conditions in 2021 to maintain their breeding herds. Application Deadline Applications will be received on an ongoing basis until May 13, 2022 (11:59 p.m. CST). WHAT IS NEW? (March 2022) Extension of Invoice Dates - Invoices dated on or before April 15, 2022 are eligible if the purchase or transportation was to continue maintaining the eligible breeding animals owned on March 15, 2022. This extension will assist producers facing issues with taking delivery of feed ordered before the original March 15th deadline. Extension of Application Deadline - The application deadline has been extended to May 13, 2022 due to the extension of the eligible dates for invoices. This extension will allow time to obtain proof of payment for the purchases made by April 15, 2022. Expansion of Eligible Feeds - The list of eligible feeds now includes feed additives and premixes, molasses based products, vitamins, minerals, and oils and fats. The change is retroactive to June 1, 2021. Previous applicants of the program have
View: What are Extraordinary Expenses? View: How do Extraordinary Expenses Increase Payments? AgriRecovery: Herd Management Drought Assistance Program Description The Herd Management Drought Assistance program is the third program developed in consultation with industry to help meet the needs of Manitoba livestock producers experiencing drought conditions. The other two programs include the Livestock Feed and Transportation Drought Assistance program and Livestock Transportation Drought Assistance program This program will assist livestock producers in offsetting the cost of replacing breeding animals when culling is above normal due to shortages of winter feed. Producers may be eligible to apply for assistance to: • purchase replacement breeding females • retain replacement females from their existing herd or flock The replacement is to assist in returning the applicant’s inventory of breeding females to predrought levels. Animals culled under the Herd Management Drought Assistance program are not eligible for continued on page 6
Important Reminders/Updates re: AgriRecovery Programs Related to the 2021 Drought assistance under the other two AgriRecovery programs launched on Aug. 31, 2021. Who Qualifies Primary producers who owned eligible animals located in Manitoba, and were responsible for their feeding expenses as of March 16, 2021 are eligible. Elk producers must have a Game Farm Production Licence and only elk farmed under that licence are eligible. An applicant must: • be an individual who is 18 years of age or older at the time of application; a partnership, a corporation, a cooperative, a commune or a First Nation. • be liable to pay income tax in Manitoba under the Income Tax Act (Canada), or is specifically exempted from filing income tax but is a permanent resident of Canada; and must file farm and expense tax forms. Eligible animals • Breeding females of beef cattle, bison, sheep, goats, and elk owned by the applicant. • Breeding females are mature females (cows, ewes, does, bred heifers, bred ewe lambs, and bred does) that have previously calved, lambed or been exposed to breeding. The producer must own a minimum of 10 animals (by animal type) to apply for the program.
Available Assistance Assistance is provided to replace breeding females culled due to drought and support returning the applicant’s inventory of breeding females to predrought levels. For complete program details and forms go to: https://www.manitoba.ca/agriculture/livestock/agr irecovery-herd-management-assistance.html Key Program Timelines • April 15, 2022 11:59 PM - Deadline for application declaring March 16, 2021 and March 16, 2022 inventory. Only producers who have submitted an application by this deadline will be able to submit a claim. • Dec. 1, 2022 - Claim forms will be available. • Feb. 17, 2023 11:59 PM - Deadline for claim forms declaring January 31, 2023 inventory. Further Resources • Herd Management Drought Assistance - Frequently Asked Questions • Video - Herd Management Drought Assistance - Determining Payments • Video - Herd Management Drought Assistance - Two-Step Application Process • Factsheet - Herd Management Drought Assistance Note: You can also pick up an application package at any of the ARD/MASC Service Centres, or by calling 1-844-769-6224 to have an application package mailed to you.
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COVID-19 Update The following information is from a March 10, 2022 provincial government news release:
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individuals should wear a well-fitting, well-made mask if they must have contact with other people while ill or when their isolation is finished for 10 days after the onset of symptoms or test date if asymptomatic; and
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people who have symptoms or test positive should avoid non-essential visits with higher-risk people or at higher-risk settings for 10 days after the onset of their symptoms or test date if asymptomatic.
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Case data: https://geoportal.gov.mb.ca/apps/mani toba-covid-19/
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COVID-19 vaccination coverage: https://geoportal.gov.mb.ca/apps/mani toba-covid-19-vaccinations-dashboard1/
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Public Health Orders Public health orders requiring masks in public places ends on March 15. However, masks will continue to be required for all individuals attending a health-care facility, including visitors. Also effective March 15, the public health orders for isolation of individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19 are being removed. The orders are being transitioned to public health guidelines, similar to how other communicable diseases are managed. Isolation for COVID-19 is still advised in the following situations: •
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people with symptoms should stay home and isolate for five days after symptoms start until they have no fever and other symptoms have improved over the past 24 hours; individuals who have tested positive but do not develop symptoms should isolate for five days from the date of the test;
People can continue to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 by getting vaccinated, staying home when sick, assessing their risk and making decisions about using masks, physical distancing and other actions based on those risks. Schools and child-care facilities continue to follow public health guidance on mask use. As of March 15, they will no longer be required for staff or students. Physical distancing requirements and cohorts will also no longer be required in these settings at that time. Testing Starting March 14, COVID-19 testing sites will be available on a walk-in basis only, with the exception of pre-operative patients. Preoperative patients can continue to make appointments by calling 1-855-268-4318. Testing locations can be found at https://manitoba.ca/covid19/testing/locations. html. Key Updates The province is currently reviewing the level of direct COVID-19 services it delivers as it transitions to a time without the same level of public health orders in place. As more and more Manitobans get vaccinated, the demand for super sites is reducing and the availability of vaccine at pharmacies and doctors’ offices has continued on page 9
COVID-19 Update increased. More information on changes to these sites will be announced in the near future. Individuals who have been tested for COVID-19 are now able to access all past COVID-19 test results at the Shared Health portal at https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/testresults/. Previously, only the most current test results were available. Self-administered rapid antigen test results are not available through the portal. Individuals who experience an issue accessing their records can request support at https://forms.gov.mb.ca/covid-immunizationrecord-request/index.html.
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COVID-19 in Manitoba: www.manitoba.ca/COVID19.
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Vaccine campaign: www.manitoba.ca/vaccine and https://protectmb.ca.
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News Release: for immediate release March 9, 2022
$2.86 million for New Conservation Projects From the Conservation Trust The Manitoba Habitat Heritage Corporation Board of Directors recently approved $2.86 million in new grants to 20 projects delivered by 14 Manitoba-based conservation groups. “These funds provide new opportunities to improve wildlife, water and soil conservation across the province,” said Stephen Carlyle, chief executive officer of the Manitoba Habitat Heritage Corporation (MHHC). The revenue source for these projects is $204 million in contributions made to The Winnipeg Foundation between 2018 and 2020 to establish three trusts dedicated to land, water and wildlife conservation. MHHC manages granting programs for the trusts. Establishment of the Conservation Trust, the GROW Trust, and the Wetlands GROW Trusts in Manitoba resulted in permanent revenue sources for new conservation activities. The Trusts focus on restoring natural areas in the rural landscape to help address floods and droughts, water quality, wildlife habitat and biological diversity, carbon sequestration and connecting people to nature. “The conservation investments will help make our landscape more resilient to the impacts of climate change in the future,” said Carlyle. Projects supported include: • •
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$400,000 to Manitoba Beef Producers to support projects that help cattle producers conserve grasslands and enhance habitat for threatened and endangered birds $200,000 to Holistic Management Canada to support its Regenerative Agriculture Accelerator Project, which helps Manitoba agriculture producers incorporate soil, water and wildlife conservation into their farming operations $400,000 to Ducks Unlimited Canada to conserve and restore wetland and grassland habitats in the province $25,000 to the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society – Manitoba Chapter to work with the Fisher River Cree Nation to develop a conservation areas plan for the Fisher River watershed
The $2.86 million in Trust funds is being matched by $6.6 million in funds and services by the groups, which will result in $9.5 million of conservation activity in Manitoba. “An additional $7.5 million will be awarded in April for watershed-based conservation projects under the GROW Program delivered by provincial Watershed Districts , bringing total grant funding from the trusts to $10.3 million in 2022,” said Carlyle.
Since the first projects received trust funding in 2019, a total of $20.86 million has been committed to 139 conservation projects delivered by 47 Manitoba-based groups. Serving its mandate to conserve fish and wildlife habitat in the Manitoba for the past 36 years, MHHC became a private, not-for-profit charitable organization in 2021. In addition to direct conservation program delivery, MHHC manages granting programs programs from the Trusts. Visit www.mhhc.mb.ca. -301) Summary of projects For more details regarding funded projects see https://www.mhhc.mb.ca/funded-projects/ For more information, contact TIM SOPUCK, Trust Grants Manager tsopuck@mhhc.mb.ca 204.793.4107
BSE class action lawsuit dismissed by Ontario Superior Court of Justice The judge ruled that Canada was in compliance with OIE guidelines (The Cattle Site, March 10, 2022 https://www.thecattlesite.com/news/58193/bseclass-action-lawsuit-dismissed-by-ontario-superiorcourt-of-justice/)
In 2005, a class action lawsuit was launched against the Government of Canada alleging that the Canadian government was negligent in keeping BSE out of Canada. According to a report by the Beef Farmers of Ontario, the lawsuit also alleged that Canada was negligent by failing to implement a ruminant-to-ruminant feed ban in 1990 when it brought in the import ban, or in 1994 when Canada ordered the destruction of the remaining UK imports, and finally, for failing to adequately monitor and prevent UK imports from entering the feed chain between 1990 and 1994. The plaintiff sought damages in the amount of $8 billion in arising from losses suffered by Canadian cattle producers between 2003 and 2007.
After multiple delays, the lawsuit was finally heard by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in 2021, with Judge Paul B. Schabas using a decision on 28 January 2022. In dismissing the lawsuit, the judge noted that Canada was not negligent, that it followed available science at the time, that it was aligned with US rules, and that it was in compliance with, or exceeded OIE guidelines around BSE. The judge further noted that irrespective of his decision on negligence and the Canadian government's alleged liability to Canadian cattle producers, the complex expert evidence provided at the trial indicated that losses to cattle producers was $1.163 billion after BSE support payments to producers were factored in. Total losses were determined to be $5.419 billion. However, the Canadian government provided financial assistance payments during this period in the amount of $4.256. Finally, the judge noted that "there should be no award for general or aggravated damages".
Feedback sought on the draft 2022-2026 Federal Sustainable Development Strategy Ninety-nine organizations from across the federal government contribute to the FSDS, in part by preparing their own strategies that comply with and contribute to achieving environmental outcomes related to their programs. These organizations work together to promote a clean environment and tackle the crises of climate change and biodiversity loss, while growing the economy.
(March 11, 2022 Environment and Climate Change Canada News Release) The draft 2022-2026
Federal Sustainable Development Strategy (FSDS) sets out the Government of Canada’s sustainable development priorities from an environmental perspective. The FSDS explains how the Government is working towards a sustainable future while advancing the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations in 2015. The SDGs highlight the intersection of environmental, social, and economic issues such as food security in Indigenous and northern communities, sustainable food production, and the promotion of gender equality in the clean technology sector. The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, launched the consultations on the draft 20222026 FSDS to get feedback from Canadians on the goals, targets, and actions that will shape the Government’s sustainable development plans over the next four years.
An extensive consultation process was enshrined in legislation in December 2020— the Federal Sustainable Development Act—to keep the federal government accountable for years to come. Each new strategy is released for a public consultation period of at least 120 days before it is tabled in Parliament. It provides an opportunity for Canadians to help define Canada’s goals, targets, and milestones. Comments on the draft 2022-2026 FSDS will be accepted from March 11 to July 9, 2022. Canadians can share their views by: •
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replying to Facebook (Environment and Climate Change), Twitter (@environmentca) and LinkedIn (Environment and Climate Change Canada) posts or tweeting with the hashtag #FSDS;
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writing to the Sustainable Development Office, 200 Sacré-Coeur Boulevard, 7th floor, Gatineau, Québec, K1A 0H3; and
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The Federal Sustainable Development Act defines sustainable development as development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
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The Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development, the Sustainable Development Advisory Council, the appropriate committee of each house of Parliament, and the public will review and provide feedback to shape the final strategy.
actively participating in webinars, which will be shared through the interactive consultation website.
After the consultation period, a report summarizing public comments will be published with the final strategy. Quotes “Canadians believe strongly in protecting the environment and fighting climate change. As we work toward net-zero emissions by 2050, the federal government must lead by example and the 2022 to 2026 draft Federal Sustainable Development Strategy helps us do just that. I look forward to your feedback on the draft strategy, and building Canada’s sustainable future together.” – The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change
UPDATED: Emergency Management Workshops and Other Planning Resources for Livestock Producers A serious animal disease outbreak is recognized as an industry's greatest vulnerability because of the potential impact it could have on the affected industries and livestock sectors. Knowing what to do when a serious animal disease is suspected on your farm is key to limiting the spread and impact of a disease outbreak. "The First 48 Hours for Producers" is a NEW quick reference tool developed by the Animal Health Emergency Management (AHEM) project that lists the key Communication, Enhanced Biosecurity, and On-farm Investigation actions to take to protect yourself, your animals, and business after being notified by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) that there is a suspicion of a federally regulated disease on your farm. See: (https://bit.ly/3h11VT7) or look for the tool in this edition of the e-newsletter. This resource can be used alongside other AHEM producer tools and handbooks found at www.animalhealth.ca/resources to proactively plan, prepare and respond to an animal disease emergency event. AHEM is offering a new three-part series of engaging virtual webinars geared for livestock producers. In each 60-minute interactive webinar we share vital information, tips, and tools for understanding how to prepare and respond during a serious animal disease emergency. Webinar 1: Navigating the Unexpected – Emergency Management 101 A general overview of emergency management along with producer roles and responsibilities. The information is designed to boost
preparedness with proactive steps and to provide insight into the knowledge and skills required during a serious animal disease outbreak. Click here to register. All workshops are one hour starting at 10:00 am (Mountain) / 12:00 pm noon (Eastern). Dates include: •
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Webinar 2: Resourced and Ready – Exploring Proactive Disease Management Tactics and Tools Explore the concepts and support tools found in the AHEM resources and ask questions about animal health emergency management. Click here to register. All workshops are one hour starting at 10:00 am (Mountain) / 12:00 pm noon (Eastern). Dates include: •
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Webinar 3: Testing, Testing, 1-2-3 – Scenarios for producer Handbook application While we cannot anticipate every circumstance that may take place during an emergency event, we can create scenarios to test our ability to respond. Understanding how to work together using the AHEM producer Handbook will improve emergency readiness by allowing participants to identify and address existing gaps. In the final part of this three-part series participants will be introduced to AHEM’s continued on page 16
UPDATED: Emergency Management Workshops and Other Planning Resources for Livestock Producers producer-oriented simulation workshops, which give a practical understanding of how AHEM resources are used as guidance before, during and/or after a serious animal disease outbreak. Participants will benefit from an opportunity to actively work through and fine tune their response as they explore numerous scenariobased exercises.
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Visit www.animalhealth.ca/workshops for more information including webinar dates and registration.
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AgriRecovery: Herd Management Drought Assistance WHO QUALIFIES PROGRAM DESCRIPTION AgriRecovery is a disaster relief framework under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership that provides a coordinated process for federal, provincial and territorial governments to respond rapidly when disasters affecting several producers occur. The Herd Management Drought Assistance program is the third program developed with industry to help meet the needs of Manitoba livestock producers experiencing drought conditions. The other two programs include the Livestock Feed and Transportation Drought Assistance program and Livestock Transportation Drought Assistance program. This program will assist livestock producers in offsetting the cost of replacing breeding animals when culling is above normal due to shortages of winter feed. Producers may be eligible to apply for assistance to: • purchase replacement breeding females
Primary producers who owned eligible animals located in Manitoba, and were responsible for their feeding expenses as of March 16, 2021, are eligible. Elk producers must have a Game Farm Production Licence and only elk farmed under that licence are eligible. An applicant must: • be an individual who is 18 years of age or older at the time of application; a partnership, a corporation, a cooperative, a commune or a First Nation • be liable to pay income tax in Manitoba under the Income Tax Act (Canada), or is specifically exempted from filing income tax but is a permanent resident of Canada; and must file farm and expense tax forms
Eligible animals • Breeding females of beef cattle, bison, sheep, goats, and elk owned by the applicant • Breeding females are mature females (cows, ewes, does, bred heifers, bred ewe lambs, and bred does) that have previously calved, lambed or been exposed to breeding. The producer must own a minimum of 10 animals (by animal type) to apply for the program.
• retain replacement females from their existing herd or flock The replacement is to assist in returning the applicant’s inventory of breeding females to pre-drought levels. Animals culled under the Herd Management Drought Assistance program are not eligible for assistance under the other two AgriRecovery programs launched on Aug. 31, 2021.
Available Assistance Assistance is provided to replace breeding females culled due to drought and support returning the applicant’s inventory of breeding females to pre-drought levels.
Eligible Sales of Breeding Females Culled Due to Drought The breeding females must be sold during the March 16, 2021 to March 15, 2022 time period and contribute to a decline in the applicant’s inventory of eligible breeding females on March 16, 2022.
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Eligible Replacement Breeding females culled due to drought can be replaced by purchases or retaining replacement females from the applicant’s existing herd or flock. The replacement must contribute to an increase in the applicant’s inventory of eligible breeding females on Jan. 31, 2023. Any increase in the inventory above pre-drought levels is not eligible. The following replacements are eligible: • Purchases of mature cows, mature ewes, mature does, bred heifers, bred ewe lambs, and bred does • Purchases of females that will be bred by Jan. 31, 2023 • Retaining females from the applicant’s existing herd to be bred for the first time by Jan. 31, 2023 The replacement animals must be maintained in the herd or flock until Jan. 31, 2023 or later.
Breeding Herd Inventory The following dates will be used for assessing the impact of drought and subsequent recovery on the applicant’s inventory of breeding females: • March 16, 2021 • March 16, 2022 • Jan. 31, 2023 The difference between the recovery and drought impacted inventory indicates the effect of purchasing and retaining replacement females on recovering from the drought.
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HOW TO DETERMINE HERD MANAGEMENT PAYMENT Payment Rates Payments per head for each animal type are listed in the table below for the replacement of eligible breeding animals culled due to drought. The payments are made for breeding females purchased or retained. Animal Type(s)
Payment ($) per head
Beef Cattle, Bison, Elk
$250
Sheep and Goats
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Producers are paid the rates shown in the table above, based on the increase in the breeding female inventory between March 16, 2022 and Jan. 31, 2023. The payments are calculated as follows,
Per Head Payment Rate Beef Cattle/Bison/Elk - $250 Sheep/Goats $50
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Jan. 31, 2023 Inventory Subtract March 16, 2022 Inventory
Note: Payments are capped once inventory is restored to pre-drought levels. No payments are made for increases in inventory beyond the pre-drought level.
Other Criteria for Declaration of Inventory of Breeding Females: The following animals should not be included in the declared inventories of breeding females: • animals sold prior to being exposed to breeding for the first time • market livestock intended for slaughter or purposes other than breeding • animals sold after March 15, 2022
• animals leased by the applicant • animals not located in Manitoba as of March 16, 2021 (pre-drought) or Jan. 31, 2023 (when recovery complete) For the March 16, 2022 inventory declaration, breeding females that both gave birth and were sold in the Jan. 1, 2022 to March 15, 2022 time period should be included in the number of head declared. Producers should maintain records of breeding animals sold or purchased in case they are requested by the program administrator.
HOW TO APPLY
Program Timelines
The application package will be available on Jan. 10, 2022: online at www.manitoba.ca/ agriculture, in-person at AG-MASC Service Centre,, or by calling 1-844-769-6224 to receive a copy in the mail.
• April 15, 2022 11:59 PM – Deadline for application declaring March 16, 2021 and March 16, 2022 inventory. Only producers who have submitted an application by this deadline will be able to submit a claim.
Application is a two-step process requiring applicants to fully complete and submit: 1) Application form, declaring their: a. March 16, 2021 inventory of eligible breeding females owned b. March 16, 2022 inventory of eligible breeding females owned 2) Claim form, declaring their a. Jan. 31, 2023 inventory of eligible breeding females
Contact Us • Go to manitoba.ca/agriculture • Toll free at 1-844-769-6224 • Email us at agriculture@gov.mb.ca • Follow us on Twitter @MBGovAg • Visit your nearest AG-MASC Service Centre
Available in alternate formats upon request.
• Dec. 1, 2022 – Claim forms will be available • Feb. 17, 2023 11:59 PM – Deadline for claim forms declaring Jan. 31, 2023 inventory
Further Resources • Herd Management Drought Assistance – Frequently Asked Questions • Video – Herd Management Drought Assistance – Determining Payments • Video – Herd Management Drought Assistance – Two-Step Application Process
What Qualifies AgriRecovery Livestock Transportation Drought Assistance Helps livestock producers offset freight expenses associated with moving their eligible breeding herd to alternate feeding locations due to shortages of feed.
Primary Producers
Breeding Animals
• Owned or leased the eligible breeding animals between June 1, 2021 and March 15, 2022 or later
• Mature females exposed to breeding (natural service or artificial insemination)
• Have a minimum of 10 eligible breeding animals (per type of livestock)
• Males used previously for breeding
Eligible Breeding Animals • Beef cattle • Sheep • Goats
• Immature replacement females are not eligible
Eligible Alternate Feeding Locations • Farms, custom feeders and other livestock operations where breeding animals must be relocated to address a shortfall in winter feed capacity
• Movement to a normal wintering site is not eligible
• Locations are not owned, leased or rented by the eligible producers
• Animals cannot be sold or marketed prior to returning to the location of origin when temporary feeding is complete
• Must be capable of housing and providing adequate feed, water and care
• Animals must remain in the new location for at least 30 days
Eligible Distance • Minimum distance of 40 kilometres to a maximum one-way distance of 1,000 kilometres
Contact • 1-844-769-6224
• manitoba.ca/agriculture
Date of Eligible Expenses • Incurred from August 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022
• ARD@gov.mb.ca
How to Apply for Livestock Feed and Transportation Drought Assistance Livestock Transportation Drought Assistance Six Steps for Application
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Application deadlines:
May 13, 2022 for Livestock Feed and Transportation Drought Assistance July 30, 2022 for Livestock Transportation Drought Assistance
Application form and program guide Complete the form as instructed, declare that you meet all the program terms and conditions, and that the information you provide is complete and accurate. The terms and conditions are outlined in the AgriRecovery Drought Assistance for Farmers Program Guidebook. You can access the application form and the program guide by: downloading them at manitoba.ca/agriculture
In-person at your nearest Service Centre (see reverse for locations)
STEP 2
Declaration of eligible breeding animals
STEP 3
Self-haul declaration
STEP 4
calling 1-844-769-6224 to have a copy mailed to you
Extraordinary Expense Declaration
• Complete a Declaration with your first application • Declare the number of eligible breeding animals that will be maintained and overwintered
• Contact the program administrator (email: agaction@gov.mb.ca) if the number of eligible animals changes over time.
If you self-haul feed or livestock, complete the self-haul declaration form and provide invoices for feed purchases or accessing feed as outlined in the guidebook.
If you have extraordinary expenses for renting pasture or cropland, temporary fencing, hauling or pumping water, harvesting feed, or transporting self-produced feed, complete the one-time declaration as outlined in the guidebook.
Note: If your application is successful, you will receive a notification letter and cheque in the mail from the Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation (MASC).
STEP 5
Prepare your application After completing the necessary documents, check the boxes for all declarations on the forms. Ensure that you have included everything needed in your submission:
STEP 6
application form invoices for each feed and/or transportation purchase proof of payment for each invoice (e.g., cleared cheques, bank statement, credit or debit card receipt)
eligible breeding animal declaration (first application only) self-haul declaration (only if you self-hauled feed or livestock) declaration of extraordinary expenses (only one submission allowed)
Submit your application Email documents in step 5 to: agaction@gov.mb.ca
or mail to: Manitoba Agriculture AgriRecovery Drought Assistance 903-401 York Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0P8
Service Centre Contact Information Arborg Box 2000, 317 River Road Arborg MB R0C 0A0 1-833-206-0451 1-833-478-1304 arborg@masc.mb.ca
Headingley 1-5290 Monterey Road Headingley MB R4H 1J9 1-833-206-0465 1-833-478-1307 headingley@masc.mb.ca
Portage la Prairie Unit 400, 50-24th Street NW Portage la Prairie MB R1N 3V7 1-833-206-0470 1-833-478-1312 portagelaprairie@masc.mb.ca
Brandon Unit 100 - 1525 1st Street S Brandon MB R7A 7A1 1-833-206-0455 1-833-478-1305 brandon@masc.mb.ca
Killarney Box 190, 203 South Railway Street Killarney MB R0K 1G0 1-833-206-0466 1-833-478-1309 killarney@masc.mb.ca
Steinbach Unit C – 284 Reimer Avenue Steinbach MB R5G 0R5 1-833-206-0480 1-833-467-1059 steinbach@masc.mb.ca
Dauphin Room 209, 27-2nd Avenue SW Dauphin MB R7N 3E5 1-833-206-0459 1-833-478-1306 dauphin@masc.mb.ca
Morden 536 Stephen Street Morden MB R6M 1T7 1-833-206-0479 1-833-467-1056 morden@masc.mb.ca
Swan River Box 1108, 120-6th Avenue N Swan River MB R0L 1Z0 1-833-206-0476 1-833-478-1315 swanriver@masc.mb.ca
Neepawa Box 1179, 41 Main Street E Neepawa MB R0J 1H0 1-833-206-0469 1-833-478-1310 neepawa@masc.mb.ca
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