E-Newsletter dsfsfa An update from MBP May 13, 2022
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Manitoba Government Announces Disaster Financial Assistance Program for Spring Flooding (May 9, 2022 Province of Manitoba News Release) The
Manitoba government is providing Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) to individuals and municipalities experiencing damages to infrastructure, private residences, farms or small businesses due to spring flooding, Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Doyle Piwniuk announced. “Our government is committed to supporting Manitobans in addressing the cost of damages related to spring flooding,” said Piwniuk. “We continue to work with local authorities on response efforts and a program will be available to assess damages and provide assistance for those who need it.” DFA programs provide provincial assistance for certain disaster-related losses when a widespread natural disaster strikes and creates an unreasonable financial burden. DFA helps Manitobans recover by providing financial assistance for uninsurable losses to basic and essential property. DFA will also assist with verified livestock losses. Manitobans are encouraged to check with their insurance providers to review their policy coverage before applying for DFA, noted the minister. Insurable costs, such as sewer backup, are not covered by DFA. Some Manitobans may have also purchased overland flood insurance.
The federal government may provide financial assistance to provincial and territorial governments through Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements following large-scale natural disasters. The minister noted the province is confident the impacts of the spring 2022 storm will be eligible for federal funding. When the province establishes a DFA program that is eligible for cost-sharing with the federal government, municipalities will have the option to opt into the Mitigation and Preparedness Program (MPP) to invest their cost-sharing amount into a mitigation or preparedness project. More information on this program will be shared with eligible municipalities. Since 2020, many municipalities have redirected their portion of DFA costs into mitigation projects that increase the resilience of Manitoba communities, noted Piwniuk. The Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization will be offering webinars for the public to provide an overview of DFA and answer questions. More information about dates, times and how to register will be available online in the coming weeks. For more information about eligibility or to apply, visit www.manitoba.ca/emo/dfa or email dfa@gov.mb.ca. The toll-free number for EMO is 1-888-267-8298.
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The Disaster Financial Assistance Program and Livestock Losses On May 9, 2022 the Manitoba government announced Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) in relation to damages to infrastructure, private residences, farms or small businesses due to spring flooding. DFA will also assist with verified livestock losses. The following information has been provided by the provincial government and Manitoba Beef Producers to assist producers as they consider making a claim under the DFA program. •
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DFA will provide assistance to farms that have experienced livestock losses as a result of spring flooding in 2022. To qualify for DFA, your farm must have yearly gross revenues of between $10,000 and $2 million and employ no more than 20 full time workers. It must be an owner-operated business and the owner-operator must be the day-to-day manager. The farm cannot be a hobby farm. In the DFA application form, producers should note the number and types of cattle lost, e.g. calves, fed steers, fed heifers, bulls, etc. Under the DFA program criteria, a veterinary certificate is required to verify that the losses were a direct result of the event. This is non-negotiable. o Note: The cost to obtain the veterinary certificate can be submitted as a DFA eligible cost o For losses that happened some time ago, the producer should contact their veterinarian, explain the situation, and obtain the needed certificate. Manitoba Beef Producers has helped develop a template that vets can use to support the producer’s DFA application and this information is being circulated to them. In the veterinary certificate the cause of loss needs to be attributed to the ‘2022 spring flood’ and the date of loss should be stated. Assistance for livestock losses will be calculated as follows: o Is based on the Wildlife Damage Compensation program for predation losses (MASC). See: https://www.masc.mb.ca/masc.nsf/fact_sheet_679_wildlife_damage_livestock.html o Will provide a price per pound for livestock losses. The price is based on the Canfax value on the date of loss (www.canfax.ca) o Different types of cattle are priced differently on Canfax, so therefore the farm will need to provide details on the type of livestock that were lost as well as the animal’s weight. o For calf losses, the compensation will provide assistance based on a 500 lb. cow. Producers should also examine the DFA eligibility criteria related to infrastructure damage to determine if there are any other losses for which they may be eligible to seek compensation. You have 90 days from the announcement of a DFA program to submit an application form to Manitoba EMO. The application deadline for the spring 2022 DFA program is August 8, 2022. For complete program details and to download the DFA application form, go to: https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/dfa/farm.html Frequently asked questions about DFA: https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/dfa/faq.html To view a video on how to apply for DFA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0S_STwXlP0 For other inquiries contact Manitoba’s Emergency Measures organization as follows: o Toll Free: 1-888-267-8298 o Fax: (204) 945-4929 o Email for Disaster Financial Assistance: dfa@gov.mb.ca
Flood Bulletin #19: More Rain Forecast for Much of Southern and Central Manitoba, Risk of Ice Pileup on East Side of Lake Manitoba and Flood Warning Issued for the Winnipeg River System (May 12, 2022 Province of Manitoba News Release) Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre is monitoring a potential severe weather system that could bring 20 to 50 millimetres (mm) of rain to much of southern and central Manitoba over three days, with much of it arriving tomorrow. The forecast rain will impact flows and levels in most rivers and creeks with the highest impact likely in western and southeast Manitoba.
Thunderstorms and intense rain, up to 60 mm, are possible in the Duck Mountains area and the upper Assiniboine and Qu’Appelle river basins in Saskatchewan and southeastern Manitoba. Some localized areas could receive higher amounts of precipitation. While there is still uncertainty in the weather forecast, there is a band through central Manitoba stretching into the Interlake region that is projected to receive lower amounts of precipitation. Weather forecasts indicate southern Manitoba will experience strong south to southwest winds starting May 13 with gusts of up to 90 km/h. There is a high risk of ice pileup on the east shore of Lake Manitoba including areas along Twin Lakes and Lundar beaches. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and to take any necessary precautions. The strong winds could also cause water levels in flooded areas of the Red River Valley to rise by up to a foot in some areas. Wave action could also add to the temporary increase in water levels and could result in temporary overtopping of roads. There is a low risk of ice –pileup on major lakes due to the south wind. Flooding continues in the Interlake region, Red River Valley and many other
portions of central and southern Manitoba. Residents in these areas are advised to monitor local conditions and take any necessary floodmitigation actions. A flood warning is issued for the Winnipeg River from the Ontario border to Lake Winnipeg. Abovenormal rain and snowmelt since early April in the watershed has created significant inflow into the Winnipeg River system. Lakes and communities along this reach are expected to receive record flows exceeding those experienced in 2014, the previous record inflow. Depending on future rain conditions, levels in some locations could exceed the record 2014 levels. Residents and property owners along this stretch of the river are cautioned for flooding and the potential sustained high water levels in these areas. Most ditches and waterways are either full or near capacity. Heavy rain occurring over a short period on saturated soil could create overland flooding. An overland flood warning for a portion of southwest Manitoba and the southeast corner of the province remains in effect. The remainder of southern Manitoba remains under a flood watch. An overland flood warning indicates a higher probability of overland flooding occurring based on forecast precipitation, whereas an overland flood watch indicates that overland flooding is possible but not as likely to occur. Water level forecasts will be updated to determine impacts from this precipitation on areas that are already experiencing flooding. The Assiniboine River basin is forecast to receive up to 30 mm of rain in the next two days (May 1213). As the result of this rain, flows and levels along the Assiniboine River main stem and continued on page 5
Flood Bulletin #19: More Rain Forecast for Much of Southern and Central Manitoba, Risk of Ice Pileup on East Side of Lake Manitoba and Flood Warning Issued for the Winnipeg River System tributaries are expected to increase. Generally, levels on most tributaries are expected to rise by one to two feet and slightly more for smaller creeks and streams. The effect of this precipitation may necessitate an increase in the outflow from the Shellmouth reservoir, pending a meeting with stakeholders on the Shellmouth Liaison Committee. The effect of any increased flows will diminish as the river moves downstream and operation of the Portage Diversion will further reduce flows before they reach Headingley and Winnipeg. River users should be cautious. The province will continue to monitor conditions in the upper Assiniboine River as well as downstream river levels. Flood warnings remain in place for most parts of the Red River north of Emerson (except Winnipeg), Dauphin Lake, the Pembina, Morris and Little Morris rivers, the Shannon and Netley creeks, Fisher and Icelandic rivers, the Assiniboine River from the Shellmouth Dam to Brandon, Birdtail Creek, the Whiteshell lakes area and the Whitemouth and Birch rivers. The Little Saskatchewan and Rolling rivers have been upgraded from flood watch to flood warning. A complete list of flood warnings, watches and high water advisories is available in the daily flood reports found at www.gov.mb.ca/mit/floodinfo/index.html. Several communities throughout the province continue to be impacted by high water levels. The Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization
(EMO) continues to work with all local authorities and emergency management partners to provide guidance and support for response and recovery activities. Reported impacts to date include loss of road access, flooded properties and damage to infrastructure. Because of these impacts, 28 states of local emergency have been declared. Manitoba EMO continues to work with Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) in supporting ISC-led response measures with First Nation communities. The Red River Floodway and the Portage Diversion continue to operate to lower water levels in Winnipeg. Flows in the floodway channel was near 42,500 cubic feet per second (cfs) this morning. Flows upstream of the floodway inlet this morning are approximately 83,000 cfs. Up-to-date information on highway conditions, including detours and road closures, is available at www.manitoba511.ca or by calling 511. Flood mitigation assistance can be directed to the municipal authority. In case of an emergency, residents are advised to contact 911. For questions about forecasts, water levels, provincial waterways or provincial water control infrastructure, call 204-945-1165 or email floodinfo@gov.mb.ca. For more information about flooding in Manitoba, including forecasts, visit www.manitoba.ca/flooding.
Additional flood information For more information about flooding in Manitoba, including forecasts, visit www.manitoba.ca/flooding. The Manitoba government is warning of a possible SMS phishing scam involving the Disaster Financial Assistance program. Members of the public have reported receiving texts inviting the receiver to claim $150 in disaster financial assistance by clicking on a fake URL. This is an attempt to access personal data. The Manitoba government does not use texting to contact the public about support through this program. If such a text is received, do not click on the link. For more information on what to do if a fraudulent text is received, visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre’s website at www.antifraudcentrecentreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm.
Backgrounder: States of Local Emergency as of May 11 States of local emergency have been declared in the following 28 communities: Town of Arborg; Rural Municipality (RM) of Armstrong; Municipality of Bifrost-Riverton; RM of Cartier; Municipality of Clanwilliam-Erikson; RM of Coldwell; RM of Dufferin; Municipality of Emerson-Franklin; RM of Fisher; RM of Grahamdale; RM of Grey; RM of Gimli; RM of Headingley; RM of Macdonald; RM of Montcalm; City of Morden; RM of Morris; Municipality of Norfolk Treherne; Municipality of Pembina; Municipality of Reynolds; RM of Rhineland; RM of Ritchot; RM of St. Laurent; RM of Thompson; RM of West Interlake; RM of Whitemouth; Town of Winnipeg Beach; and RM of Woodlands.
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Government of Canada invests to bring high-speed Internet to up to 1,162 Manitoba households (May 13, 2022 Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada News Release) The COVID-
19 pandemic has transformed how we live, work, learn and do business, and now more than ever, Canadians across the country need reliable high-speed Internet to access services, supports and opportunities. Through the Universal Broadband Fund’s (UBF) Rapid Response Stream, the Government of Canada is taking immediate action to get people living in rural and remote communities connected to high-speed Internet. Terry Duguid, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South, on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, announced $1,045,800 in funding to bring high-speed Internet through Starlink to up to 1,162 rural households in St. Laurent, Twin Lakes Beach, Laurentia Beach and Oak Point, Manitoba. This funding will enable the Rural Municipality of St. Laurent to reimburse households in these four communities for the initial cost of connecting to Starlink’s satellite network. For information about this program, please visit the Rural Municipality of St. Laurent’s website. The announcement builds on the Government of Canada’s progress toward making sure that 98% of Canadians have access to high-speed Internet by 2026. As we work to rebuild from the pandemic, the Government of Canada will continue to make investments in infrastructure
to build strong communities and a more competitive and resilient Canada for everyone. Quick facts •
Canada’s Connectivity Strategy aims to provide all Canadians with access to Internet speeds of at least 50 megabits per second (Mbps) download / 10 Mbps upload.
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The Universal Broadband Fund (UBF) is a $2.75 billion investment by the Government of Canada designed to help connect 98% of Canadians to highspeed Internet by 2026 and achieve the national target of 100% connectivity by 2030.
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To date, 180 projects supported through the UBF’s Rapid Response Stream have been announced. These projects will bring high-speed Internet to more than 92,000 households in rural and remote communities across Canada.
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The UBF is part of a suite of federal investments to improve high-speed Internet. Find out more on the Highspeed Internet for all of Canada page.
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Since 2015, Government of Canada funding has supported projects to bring improved Internet speeds to over 1.2 million households in rural and remote communities across Canada.
Manitobans Encouraged to Take Precautions to Minimize Risk of Tick Exposure (May 13, 2022 Province of Manitoba News Release)
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month and public health officials with Manitoba Health are reminding Manitobans that tick-borne diseases including Lyme disease, are preventable. Lyme disease is becoming more common in southern Manitoba. To help prevent infection, Manitoba Health recommends people visit their health-care provider within 72 hours to receive antibiotics if they have had a high-risk tick bite, which is defined as: •
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Blacklegged ticks, which can carry Lyme disease, anaplasmosis and babesiosis are most commonly found in and along the edge of forests and in areas with thick, woody shrubs or other vegetation. However, they can also be found in urban areas including household yards. These ticks are typically found from snowmelt to snowfall, with peaks in activity in the spring and fall. Manitobans can protect themselves and minimize their risk of exposure by: •
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It is also important for people to be aware of the signs and symptoms of tick-borne diseases. A list of symptoms can be found at www.gov.mb.ca/health/publichealth/cdc/tickbo rne/index.html. People should contact their health-care provider if they think they may have anaplasmosis, babesiosis or Lyme disease. For more information, individuals can also contact Health Links–Info Santé at 204-788-8200 or (toll-free) 1-888 315-9257. Manitoba’s partnership with the eTick program, which is developed and operated by Bishop’s University, helps monitor and assess the continued expansion of blacklegged tick populations. Manitobans who find ticks on animals, humans or in various habitats can submit a picture to have it identified by experts, which will confirm if the tick belongs to a species capable of transmitting diseases. For more information or to submit a picture of a tick, visit www.etick.ca. To learn more about blacklegged ticks, tickborne diseases and prevention, visit: www.gov.mb.ca/health/publichealth/cdc/t ickborne/.
Baler twine and grain bag recycling in Manitoba – important changes Following the recent completion of a pilot program, Manitoba producers can now recycle use ag plastic twine and grain bags at more than 35 collection sites around the province. This is part of an industry-led program that’s regulated by the provincial government under Manitoba’s Packaging and Printed Paper Stewardship Regulation. The program is managed on behalf of industry by Cleanfarms, which is a not-for-profit stewardship organization that specializes in managing ag-recycling programs. Cleanfarms operates other programs in Manitoba to help recover ag plastics from farms, such as the pesticide and fertilizer container recycling programs and the empty seed, pesticide and inoculant bag collection pilot. Manitoba leads the way Manitoba is the first province in Canada to launch an industry funded, province-wide program to recycle baler twine; and the second (next to Saskatchewan) to implement a grain bag recycling program. In just four years of operation, the Saskatchewan grain bag program substantially exceeded recovery targets, a show of commitment amongst farmers and collection sites. Making it easy to collect and store used twine Collection sites provide free ag collection bags for farmers to store their used twine and conveniently transport it to collection sites. This also offers a handy reminder that there’s a new way of managing twine to help keep farms clean and protect the environment. Expanding the network of collection sites Starting now, farmers can turn in twine and grain bags for recycling at 35-plus collection sites across the province with, no fee for drop
off. Cleanfarms is also exploring ways to increase access for both grain bags and twine in targeted areas and hopes to bring new sites online soon. Producers can find where to bring their twine here. Environmental Handling Fee The program is funded through an Environmental Handling Fee (EHF) charged at the time of purchase. The EHF for twine supports essential services in Manitoba, such as baling and transporting collected materials, compensating collection sites, and other management costs that are help keep this used agricultural plastic out of landfill and the environment. The EHF of $0.33/kilogram for baler twine ($3.00 for 110/28,000 twine) or $0.225/kilogram for grain bags ($45.00 for a 10 x 300 foot grain bag) is charged when growers purchase these items and it is used only to support the management of this program. What to expect in 2022 2022 is the program start-up or ‘transitional’ year. It’s the time when companies that place grain bags and twine in the Manitoba market find out about the program so they can make sure the appropriate EHF applies to their products, and most importantly, producers learn how and where they can participate. The goal is to create an efficient, cost-effective and convenient program, and Cleanfarms will keep producers updated as the program continues to develop. For more information: Please visit www.cleanfarms.ca or call 877-6224460 ext. 2229.
Government Of Canada Invests in the Future Generation of Agricultural Leaders (May 9, 2022 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada News Release) Canada's young farmers are
helping to strengthen our agriculture and agrifood sector through their leadership and innovative contributions. The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced an investment of up to $2.1 million for three organizations to support development opportunities for Canadian youth in agriculture. With funds under the AgriCompetitiveness Program, these organizations will deliver important programming and initiatives that help to develop the future generation of agricultural leaders. Canadian 4-H Council (4-H Canada) will receive up to $1.8 million over two years to develop new curriculum and resources that empower youth through leadership programs, aimed at growing their practical knowledge and skills in key areas concerning Canadian agriculture. Through this project, 4-H Canada will reach an increased number of youth in diverse audiences, create new mentorship opportunities and advance awareness of Canadian agriculture, food literacy and exciting careers in the agri-food sector. Canadian Young Farmers' Forum (CYFF) will receive up to $195,168 over two years to build
industry capacity and provide training and education to young farmers across Canada. With this support, CYFF create new initiatives to address specific needs for the reality young farmers are facing today, in order to provide them with the additional knowledge and skills required to increase their operations' profitability and efficiency. Canada's Outstanding Young Farmers (COYF) will receive up to $119,724 over two years to support its seven regional recognition events, as well as its three-day national recognition event. These events are held each year to recognize young farmers who exemplify excellence in their profession and to promote the tremendous contribution of agriculture to Canada and its economy. Funding will also be used to increase agriculture awareness and support the continued positive growth of public trust in the agricultural sector. Young farmers are passionate and entrepreneurial, eagerly paving the way with fresh perspectives to meet the changing needs of tomorrow. The Government of Canada will continue to support opportunities for youth who are securing the future of Canada's agriculture sector and ensuring a resilient food supply chain.
Information Released from the 2021 Census of Agriculture On May 11, 2022 Statistics Canada released results from the 2021 Census of Agriculture, which provides new information about emerging trends and issues faced by farm operators in Canada. The following are some key findings as reported by Statistics Canada. Data from the Census indicates that trends identified in previous census cycles, such as industry consolidation and aging of farm operators, have continued in 2021. At the same time, the agriculture industry is adapting and modernizing, with higher rates of technology adoption, renewable energy production, use of direct marketing solutions, and sustainable farming practices. In 2021, the Census of Agriculture counted 189,874 farms, a moderate decrease of 1.9% from 2016. While farms in Canada reported a 3.2% decrease in total farm area from 2016, the total area for hay and field crops increased slightly, by 0.3%, to 92.9 million acres in 2021. The number of head reported for major livestock categories has also increased modestly since 2016. In 2021, there were 65,135 oilseed and grain farms, or 34.3% of total farms, followed by beef and feedlots (20.9%). Meanwhile, 82.7% of total farm area was accounted for by these two sectors: 127.1 million acres. Livestock numbers remaining steady despite pandemic and labour challenges The pandemic posed many challenges to the Canadian livestock sector from 2020 to 2021. One of the more significant challenges was the early shutdown of meat processing facilities in an effort to contain outbreaks of COVID-19. A labour shortage further challenged the meat processing industry.
Cattle and calf inventories increased slightly from the previous census. In 2021, farms in Canada reported 12.6 million total cattle, up from 12.5 million in 2016. The percentage increase in milk cows, steers and beef cows offset declines in heifers for slaughter, heifers for dairy herd replacement, heifers for beef herd replacement and bulls. Sustainable practices becoming a hallmark of the agriculture industry Another source of transformation in the agriculture sector is the use of sustainable practices to cope with climate change. These adaptations are important, as the frequency of extreme climate events has increased in recent years and such events could represent a challenge for the industry in years to come. Land practice methods include in-field winter grazing or feeding, rotational grazing, plowing down green crops, planting winter cover crops, and having shelterbelts or windbreaks. In 2020, 64.5% of farms reported land practices, up from 53.7% in 2015. Another way Canadian farms have adapted to warmer and drier conditions has been by shifting their focus to more drought-tolerant crops, such as barley. From 2016 to 2021, farms in Canada reported a 24.3% increase in barley acreage. This was the biggest percentage increase among the top 10 contributors of hay and field crops reported in Canada. In 2016, farms reported 6.7 million acres of barley; by 2021 there were 8.3 million acres. Large farms continue to change the face of the agriculture industry Over time, farms have been evolving to become increasingly sophisticated businesses that harmonize automation, modernization and production operations. As a result, many farms continued on page 12
Information Released from the 2021 Census of Agriculture have consolidated and become increasingly larger both in terms of sales and number of employees. Conversely, smaller and mid-sized farms are declining in Canada, thereby impacting the rural landscape and profile of Canadian regions. Continuing the trend of farm consolidation from the previous census, the proportion of farms in the top two sales classes increased, while the number of smaller farms declined. The proportion of farms with sales of $1 million or more in 2020 was 9.9%, up from 7.2% in 2015. Farms in the top sales classes also account for the largest share of total farm operating revenues and a larger share of total farm employees. For example, in 2021, farms reporting at least $2 million in sales accounted for 51.5% of total farm operating revenues. This compared with 41.5% in 2016. Farmers ensuring that Canada's agricultural outputs are maintained during the pandemic Livestock inventories and acreage for prominent crops have remained quite stable and even increased modestly since 2016. Total hay and field crop area increased by 0.3% since 2016, to 92.9 million acres. As was the case in 2016, canola remained the top crop acreage in Canada among all types of hay and field crops in 2021, despite a ban from China that restricted total canola exports from Canada in 2018 and 2019. In 2021, farms in Canada reported 22.3 million acres of canola, an 8.1% increase in canola acreage from the previous census. The number of farms reporting canola rose 0.8% from 2016 to 2021.
Farms incur 83 cents in expenses for every dollar of revenue Canadian farm operating revenues totalled $87.0 billion in 2020, while expenses reached $72.2 billion. On average, for every dollar in revenues, farms incurred 83 cents in expenses. The expenses-to-revenues ratio across farm types shows that farms classified as oilseed and grain farming were the most profitable farm type in 2020, with an expenses-to-revenues ratio of 0.76. Sheep and goat farms had the highest ratio, at 0.97. More farm operators are turning to off-farm work The number of farm operators working off the farm increased by 3.8% from the previous census. In 2020, 47.7% of farm operators in Canada reported off-farm work. In 2015, there were 120,665 farm operators reporting off-farm work, and by 2020 the number increased to 125,280. Of these farm operators, the proportion who worked off the farm on a full-time basis declined slightly from 68.1% in 2015 to 66.0% in 2020, while the number of those working part time off the farm increased from 31.9% to 34.0%. For more information visit: https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/dailyquotidien/220511/dq220511a-eng.htm And for more detailed breakdowns by sector, see: https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/en/surveys/3 438
Construction Activity Has Begun At Deacon's Corner (May 10, 2022 Province of Manitoba News Release)
Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure (MTI) reports the intersection reconstruction of the Trans-Canada Highway (Provincial Trunk Highway 1) at Provincial Road (PR) 207, commonly known as Deacon’s Corner, is slated to start May 10. MTI advises the motoring public there will be temporary traffic controls in the eastbound and westbound directions, and motorists should
heed the construction signage and use caution when travelling through the intersection. Residents and businesses located in Lorette should consider using PR 405 as an alternate route to avoid delays at Deacon’s Corner. MTI advises construction on this project will continue through October 2022. Current information about traffic impact can be found at: www.manitoba511.ca/en/index.html .
Media Release May 9, 2022
Squeal on Pigs campaign launched Manitoba Pork, in partnership with the Government of Canada and the Province of Manitoba, and in collaboration with Manitoba’s agricultural sector, is launching the Squeal on Pigs campaign. Squeal on Pigs is designed to help spread awareness of the significant issue of invasive wild pigs on our landscape, and to empower Manitobans with the ability to spot wild pigs on the landscape and report their movement. Movements can now be reported via squealonpigsmb.org or toll-free at 1-833-SPOT-PIG (1-833-776-8744). “Manitoba Pork’s Squeal on Pigs awareness campaign is an excellent example of a proactive measure the sector is taking to reduce the risk of disease transmission and protect the health and well-being of animals in the province,” said the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food. “Working collaboratively with Manitobans on this awareness initiative will help make the sector more resilient and sustainable for the future.” “It is critical that proactive measures be taken to protect the health of animals in our province’s pork industry, and this is why our government is pleased to have joined other supporters to invest in the Manitoba Invasive Swine Eradication Project”, said Manitoba Agriculture Minister Derek Johnson. “Manitoba Pork’s new communications and awareness initiative is another tool to help bring rapid disease detection that leads to an effective response and ensures the continued welfare of the sector.” “Our province is at an ecological and environmental crossroads when it comes to dealing with the threat of wild pigs,” said Dr. Wayne Lees, project coordinator, Manitoba Invasive Swine Eradication Project. “Together with our partners in both the provincial and federal governments, as well as Manitoba’s agricultural sector, we are committed to tracking, surveillance, and eradication efforts that will effectively address the concerning growth of the wild pig population in our province.” The goal of Squeal on Pigs campaign is to identify where wild pigs are in Manitoba, control their spread, and remove as many pigs as possible from the landscape. Manitoba Pork is working collaboratively with Manitoba Agriculture and Manitoba Natural Resources and Northern Development, as well as with other local and national organizations who have a stake in this issue. Over the coming weeks, advertising and other materials will be made public, encouraging Manitobans to report sightings using the hotline and website. Manitobans are asked to report evidence of wild pig sightings or any signs of activity so that movements can be better tracked, and eradication efforts can be furthered. Manitobans are also being asked not to hunt wild pigs on their own, as hunting disperses wild pig populations over wider areas, changing movement patterns and harming trapping efforts. The Manitoba Invasive Swine Eradication Project was announced in January 2022 as a partnership between the Government of Canada, the Province of Manitoba, and Manitoba Pork, through funding from the Canadian Agricultural Partnership. The Partnership is a five-year, $3-billion commitment by Canada's federal, provincial and territorial governments that supports Canada's agri-food and agri-products sectors. This includes a $2-billion commitment that is cost-shared 60 per cent federally and 40 per cent provincially/territorially for programs that are designed and delivered by provinces and territories. -30-
Supportive Quotes May 9, 2022 “Wild pigs are vectors for dozens of diseases, including those that would have a devastating impact on domestic pigs. We cannot allow wild pigs to gain a further foothold in our province and put not only our provincial hog sector at risk, but our provincial economy at risk as well.” – Rick Préjet, chair, Manitoba Pork Council “Invasive swine create problems for all of agriculture, from livestock through grains. Invasive swine have significant negative ecological impact. This project is an example of agriculture and government collaborating to reach a solution.” – Bill Campbell, president, Keystone Agricultural Producers “In addition to the significant damages wild pigs can cause to pastures, forages, crops, and wildlife habitat, they have been known to chase livestock such as cattle, posing a threat to animal health and safety. It is important there is an effective strategy to address the considerable challenges wild pigs pose to Manitoba’s agriculture sector and we support this important initiative.” – Tyler Fulton, president, Manitoba Beef Producers “Potato producers across our province are seeing the damage that wild pigs can cause to potato fields, and we want to see their population controlled so that damage to potato crops does not get worse, and so that more acres aren’t affected. We fully support this initiative, realizing the risk that wild pigs impose, particularly to our counterparts in the hog sector.” – Dan Sawatzky, general manager, Keystone Potato Producers Association
For further information: Joey Dearborn Communications and Website Coordinator, Manitoba Pork (204) 232-4916 jdearborn@manitobapork.com
Government of Canada invests to grow exports for Canada's red meat sector (May 11, 2022 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada News Release) Seizing opportunities to increase
and diversify Canadian red meat exports is key to the economic growth and profitability of Canada's agriculture and agri-food sector. The Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced an investment of up to $543,271 to support efforts by the Canadian Meat Council (CMC) to grow Canada's red meat exports. With funding under the AgriMarketing Program, the CMC will implement a global market strategy that aims to maintain existing markets and identify new opportunities to diversify trade. In collaboration with the Canadian Pork Council (CPC) and the Canadian Cattlemen's Association (CCA), the CMC is undertaking activities such as trade advocacy missions, engaging with inmarket intelligence specialists, and arranging inspection visits by international officials to demonstrate compliance with food safety standards for export. This work will help build and strengthen relationships with foreign industry partners and boost Canada's reputation for high-quality and safe products. Canada's red meat sector is an important part of the Canadian economy with exports worth more than $9.4 billion in 2021. Increasing exports benefits Canadian producers and processors by stimulating economic activity and helping to grow their sales in international markets. Strong demand for Canadian red meat products supports jobs across the entire supply chain and contributes to the overall success of Canada's agriculture sector. The Government of Canada is ensuring the red meat sector has the necessary resources to seize new export opportunities to remain
competitive and continue to be a sustainable driver of economic growth. Quotes "Canada's red meat industry is a strong driver of our nation's economy. This investment will help the industry diversity its exports and develop markets by building new trade relationships. Our producers and processors are at the heart of the vitality of our rural communities, and we will continue to support them." - The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food "CMC along with Canadian Pork Council and Canadian Cattlemen's Association are grateful for the support given to our industry through the AgriMarketing program. This funding allows us to do valuable advocacy by reaching out to our counterparts and build allies to help influence decision-making in these markets. We are thankful that the government recognizes the importance of foreign markets for the meat industry as the demand keeps growing for our high-quality Canadian meat around the world." - Chris White, President and CEO, Canadian Meat Council Quick facts
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The Canadian red meat sector represents the largest source of farm cash receipts totaling over $16 billion in 2021. The Canadian Meat Council (CMC) represents Canada's federally registered meat packers, meat processors and suppliers of good and services to the meat industry. The CMC advocates for its members to secure and improve Canada's global meat competitiveness. The AgriMarketing Program, a federally-funded program under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership, aims to increase and diversify exports to international markets and seize domestic market opportunities through industry-led promotional activities that differentiate Canadian products and producers, and leverage Canada's reputation for highquality and safe food.
Manitoba Agriculture Farm Management Resources Manitoba Agriculture has a variety of online interactive farm software and worksheets. These resources can act as a starting point for farm budgets and can be adapted to your operation using your farm records. This will help you make informed decisions for your farm and family. They cover off topics such as livestock, forage, land and buildings, crops, machinery and financial planning. See examples below: Livestock
Guidelines For Estimating Beef Grassing Costs” https://www.gov.mb.ca/agriculture/farmmanagement/production-economics/pubs/copbeef-grassing.xls
Manitoba Agriculture Pasture Rental Rate Calculator Spreadsheet https://www.gov.mb.ca/agriculture/farmmanagement/productioneconomics/pubs/calculator-pasturelease.xls
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Cow Share Lease Calculator (XLSX 50 KB)
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FeedPlan Feed Ingredient Cost Calculator (HTML, XLSM 96 KB)
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FencePlan Cost Calculator (HTML, XLSX 66 KB)
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Livestock Price Slide Calculator (XLSX 41 KB or Online Calculator)
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LPI Calf Decision Calculator (HTML, XLSX 403 KB)
Guidelines for Estimating Improved & Unimproved Pasture Production Costs:
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LPI Feeders Decision Calculator (HTML, XLSX 434 KB)
https://www.gov.mb.ca/agriculture/farmmanagement/production-economics/pubs/copforage-pasture.xls
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Beef 150 Cow-Calf Production Cost (XLSM 348 KB or PDF 1.4 MB)
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Beef 300 Cow-Calf Production Costs (XLSM 348 KB or PDF 1.6 MB)
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Beef Backgrounding Costs (XLSM 245 KB or PDF 2.4 MB)
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Beef Feedlot Finishing Costs (XLSM 223 KB or PDF 1.2 MB)
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Beef Grassing Costs (XLSX 92 KB or PDF 817 KB)
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Beef Replacement Heifer Costs (XLSM 93 KB or PDF 1.3 MB)
Pasture Rental Rate Calculator (With Variables such as Pasture Scenarios, Carrying Capacity and AUM Analysis and Fence Cost Input): https://calculators.masc.mb.ca/calculators/past ure-rental-rate
For other types of resources go to: https://www.gov.mb.ca/agriculture/farmmanagement/production-economics/farmsoftware-and-worksheets.html
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
STEP 1
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