E-Newsletter dsfsfa An update from MBP November 17, 2023
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Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Launches New Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge (November 14, 2023 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada News Release) Reducing methane emissions requires new and
designed in collaboration with the sector to accelerate these successes, spur innovation and reduce emissions.
innovative ideas, including in the agriculture sector. It is a key part of the Government of Canada's plan to tackle climate change and mitigate the impact on farmers, who are experiencing more frequent wildfires, severe storms and increased drought.
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada invites all those with innovative solutions to reduce methane emissions produced by cattle to apply.
Today, on behalf of the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Francis Drouin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the launch of the new Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge. Through this initiative, up to $12 million will be awarded to innovators advancing low-cost and scalable practices, processes, and technologies designed to reduce methane emissions produced by cattle.
Quotes "Canadian farmers and ranchers are stewards of the most sustainable cattle in the world, and are continually doing more to meet the global demand for our world-class products. By partnering with the sector, we can move further and faster to reduce agricultural methane emissions, and the new Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge will help the sector continue to grow, while contributing to Canada's 2030 methane reduction goals." - The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food
The Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge builds on the successes of existing industry commitments on the environment. Livestock producers and industry groups are setting voluntary targets and goals to reduce emissions and these commitments are already seeing results. For example, the Canadian Beef Advisors has a 2030 goal of reducing emission intensity from primary beef production by 33 per cent, while the Dairy Farmers of Canada have set a goal to reach net-zero by 2050. This Challenge has been
"At the forefront of agricultural sustainability, our cattle industry in Canada are setting global benchmarks. The new Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge will drive further innovation in the sector to help fulfill a growing demand from consumers who are asking for Canadian sustainable beef and dairy industries.” Francis Drouin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 15, 2023/WINNIPEG, MANITOBA Manitoba Associa�on of Watersheds (MAW) launches Living Lab – Manitoba program Innovation and research completed on Manitoba farms will provide insight to support decision making for Canada’s agricultural best practices and policies affecting climate change, water quality. Manitoba Associa�on of Watersheds is pleased to announce the new Living Lab – Manitoba (LL-MB) project, delivered through watershed districts and in collabora�on with a highly-engaged network of local agricultural producers, industry groups, Indigenous and nonprofit groups, and Agriculture and AgriFood Canada (AAFC) scien�sts. LL-MB is part of AAFC’s Agricultural Climate Solu�ons – Living Labs program, which is a collabora�ve approach to agricultural innova�on dedicated to comba�ng climate change. It brings together farmers, scien�sts, and other sector partners to co-develop, test, and monitor new prac�ces and technologies in a real-life context, accelera�ng adop�on on the farm. LL-MB aims to increase carbon sequestra�on and decrease greenhouse gas emissions through enhanced land management and economically effec�ve farming prac�ces. By grounding this collabora�ve program within Manitoba’s watershed districts, MAW will work with partners to apply a broader lens to beneficial management prac�ces (BMP) in support of established and future integrated watershed management plans throughout the province. Beneficial management prac�ces that are rooted in protec�on and preserva�on of land and water health have significant impact on protec�ng water and land through innova�ve research projects and integrated watershed management. Living lab projects, like soil mapping to support an increased understanding of carbon sequestra�on in Manitoba, will inform the development of new and innova�ve agricultural prac�ces and will provide a solid founda�on for further policy planning surrounding agricultural produc�on. “BMPs that priori�ze carbon sequestra�on and reduc�on of greenhouse gas emissions have a natural connec�on to improving soil health and water quality” says Garry Wasylowksi, MAW Board Chair. “It’s a natural fit to ground this type of research within watershed districts, as it so clearly aligns with the mandates districts con�nue to promote and fulfill.” As a part of the project’s governance model, MAW has worked with Indigenous partners to form an Indigenous Partners Commitee, to ensure that the voices and needs to Indigenous partners are elevated through a self-governed commitee. MAW and its watershed district members are commited to collabora�on and posi�ve working rela�onships with Indigenous farmers and landowners.
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“Collabora�on with farmers and researchers, through their local watershed districts, brings tremendous value to Manitoba farmers. Prac�ces developed on-farm, and shared within communi�es, is a remarkably effec�ve way to increase adop�on of beneficial management prac�ces. Our hope is that innova�ve prac�ces developed through LL-MB will lead to healthier watersheds through an increase in sustainable agricultural prac�ces and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.” – Garry Wasylowski; Board Chair, Manitoba Associa�on of Watersheds “Farmers are natural innovators and by partnering with researchers, they can help develop new solu�ons to build resilience to the challenges of climate change. Manitoba’s rich farming history has laid the groundwork for this exci�ng new project and it will drive innova�on through collabora�on between farmers, Indigenous communi�es, scien�sts and other sector partners.” - The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food
Click here to read the AAFC news release -30About The Manitoba Associa�on of Watersheds (MAW): MAW supports Manitoba’s watershed districts in their efforts to protect Manitoba’s land, water, habitat, and climate. MAW supports the watershed districts by raising awareness of watershed district programming through communica�ons, educa�on, advocacy, and facilita�on of joint funding projects.
Media Contact: Lynda Nicol Execu�ve Director, Manitoba Associa�on of Watersheds Email: lynda@manitobawatersheds.org
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Cover story – continued from page 1 review panel will determine which applicants move to the following stage and receive funding. There are up to 20 prizes of up to $250,000 open to all eligible applicants participating in stage 1 and up to 10 prizes of up to $500,000 open to all semi-finalists participating in stage 2. At the last stage, two winners will be awarded a grand prize of up to $1 million each. All semi-finalists and finalists will also benefit from non-financial support such as mentorship and training opportunities.. Applications will be accepted until February 7, 2024.
"Canadian beef producers are global leaders in environmental stewardship and have half the world average of greenhouse gas emissions per pound of beef. The new Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge is well aligned with our beef sector's 2030 goals and we look forward to continuing to work with government to find innovations to help further reduce beef cattle's emissions intensity." Nathan Phinney, President, Canadian Cattle Association "Dairy farmers' progress in terms of reducing our carbon footprint is in large part because farmers embrace innovation and research. They do not shy away from applying new technologies and progressive ideas on their farms in order to improve their production and to protect the land and the environment. The Challenge announced today will add to our toolbox and help us on our journey towards reaching net zero 2050." David Wiens, President, Dairy Farmers of Canada
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The Challenge builds on the Government of Canada's actions to reduce methane emissions through Canada's Methane Strategy, in support of the Global Methane Pledge, 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan, and the Sustainable Agriculture Strategy.
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Funds will be awarded to those advancing solutions in the cow-calf, dairy and feedlot sectors.
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In 2021, agriculture was responsible for 31 per cent of Canada's total methane emissions, the majority coming from enteric fermentation produced by beef and dairy cattle.
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Canadian herds are also responsible for preserving approximately 1.5 billion tonnes of carbon in Canadian soil, and protecting over 60 endangered species who live in the wild grasslands where they graze.
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With over 11 million cattle and calves on 72,275 farms and ranches - Canada is one of the largest exporters of sustainable cattle in the world.
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The Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge is the first challenge of its kind designed to advance innovative, low-cost and scalable practices and technologies that contribute to the reduction of methane emissions from cattle and livestock. An independent and voluntary external review panel composed of subject matter experts (e.g. producers, ranchers, representatives of private sector, stakeholder groups, academia) will assist in the assessment of applications. The Challenge will use a phased approach to move innovators through the process of developing and deploying their solutions. At each stage of the Challenge, the external
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Resolutions Suggestion Form for 45th Manitoba Beef Producers AGM MBP’s board of directors is now accepting in writing suggested resolutions for potential debate at its 45th Annual General Meeting set for February 8-9, 2024, back at the Victoria Inn Hotel & Conference Centre at 3550 Victoria Avenue in Brandon. If the resolution is deemed to be in order by MBP’s Resolutions Committee it will be considered for debate at the AGM. In consultation with the resolution’s author, proposed resolutions may be subject to editing by MBP for clarity and to ensure consistency of formatting across all resolutions. Please note: If the resolution covers off matters on which MBP is already conducting advocacy work, it may be deemed to be redundant and not taken forward for debate so as to ensure there is time to debate resolutions on emerging matters. As well, it is also important that proposed resolutions deal with something that is potentially achievable and clearly state the actions you are asking MBP to consider taking. The sample resolution format is below and two examples are on the second page. Send the proposed resolution and your contact information to info@mbbeef.ca to the attention of General Manager Carson Callum and Policy Analyst Maureen Cousins. Or, you may fax it to 1-204-774-3264 or mail it to 220-530 Century Street, Winnipeg MB R3H 0Y4. Resolutions will be accepted for consideration until 9 a.m. Friday, January 26, 2024. All resolutions for debate will be posted on MBP’s website. Whereas
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Sample Resolutions Arising from Past Manitoba Beef Producers District Meetings Example 1 Whereas blackbirds cause significant losses to producers’ crops. Be it resolved to recommend that Manitoba Beef Producers lobby the Minister of Sustainable Development to include blackbird damage as eligible for claims under the Wildlife Damage Compensation Program for Crop Damage. Example 2 Whereas Manitoba Agriculture recognizes that bale grazing of beef cattle can save producers time, effort and money and help distribute valuable nutrients to the soil to enhance future productivity; and Whereas even though this practice is well utilized by Manitoba’s beef producers, they currently receive no compensation for wildlife damage to bales left in fields or pastures for feeding purposes. Be it resolved to recommend that Manitoba Beef Producers lobby the provincial government for changes to the Wildlife Damage Compensation Program for Crop Damage to ensure that baled hay that remains on fields for use as part of an extended feeding regime becomes eligible for compensation related to wildlife damage.
Ducks Unlimited Canada Announces Partnership With FCC’s Sustainability Incentive Program (November 15, 2023 News Release) – Ducks
Unlimited Canada (DUC) is announcing a partnership with Farm Credit Canada’s Sustainability Incentive Program. This new incentive program will complement DUC’s Marginal Areas Program on the Prairies. Producers who participate in the Marginal Areas Program in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba are incentivized to convert unproductive cropland into a more biodiverse state by planting perennial forage. “Producers who are taking advantage of our Marginal Areas Program are already having success turning land that isn’t as productive as they would like into habitat that offers additional benefits,” said Kristine Tapley, national lead for sustainable agriculture at DUC. “We are proud to partner with FCC to offer even more of an incentive for producers to consider what works best for their operations and allow them to maximize the full potential of their land.” The Marginal Areas Program targets areas that are unproductive due to poor drainage, soil conditions, periodic flooding, inaccessibility, or salinity. DUC offers an incentive upfront for participating in the Marginal Areas Program through a 10-year agreement to assist producers with the cost of establishing perennials and alleviate the financial burden associated with land management. In addition to the DUC payment, FCC customers who are participating in the Marginal Areas Program can now receive an incentive payment based on a percentage of their total owing with FCC capped at a maximum payment of $2,000 or $50/acre of enrolled acres.
“Canadian grasslands are some of the most endangered ecosystems in the world. This incentive program is an opportunity for producers to provide natural habitats for wildlife and enhance biodiversity responsibly,” said Curtis Grainger, FCC director of sustainability programs. “We hope to encourage seeding marginal areas that are unproductive to perennials, helping to improve profitability, pollinator habitat and act as buffer zones.” By sustainably managing areas with unproductive cropland through this program, producers are financially incentivized to contribute to environmental enhancements, which positively impact biodiversity while offering a solution to local land management challenges. DUC is the leader in wetland conservation. A registered charity, DUC uses sound science and partners with government, industry, non-profit organizations, Indigenous Peoples and landowners to conserve wetlands that are critical to waterfowl, wildlife and the environment. To learn more about DUC’s innovative environmental solutions and services, visit ducks.ca. FCC is Canada’s leading agriculture and food lender, dedicated to the industry that feeds the world. FCC employees are committed to the long-standing success of those who produce and process Canadian food by providing flexible financing, AgExpert business management software, information and knowledge. FCC provides a complement of expertise and services designed to support the complex and evolving needs of food businesses. As a financial Crown corporation, FCC is a stable partner that reinvests profits back into the industry and communities it serves. For more information, visit fcc.ca.
Manitoba Public Insurance Service Restoration Information MPI is working to fully restore services for customers that were cancelled, discontinued or limited during the labour interruption. This process may mean increased wait times at our physical locations and Contact Centre, as well as delays for certain services and appointments. We appreciate your patience during this time.
New driver testing appointments are currently unavailable and will not be able to be scheduled by calling the Contact Centre until further notice.
As MPI will be contacting individuals whose appointments have been cancelled during the labour interruption to reschedule, customers should ensure that the contact information associated with their MPI customer account is up-to-date and accurate. To do so, they are encouraged to visit an Autopac broker to verify and update this information, if required.
All MPI walk-in test locations in Winnipeg and Brandon are now closed and walk-in services for knowledge tests are no longer available. The walk-in knowledge test location at Cityplace in Winnipeg will re-open to customers soon – please check back for updates.
Service and Claim Centres Regular hours have resumed Delays may occur and patience is appreciated as in-person services resume. Customers with general inquiries or service transactions, including licensing renewal and insurance payments, can continue to visit one of MPI’s nearly 300 Autopac brokers. Find a broker in your community using our Find a Service tool. Contact Centre Regular hours have resumed The Contact Centre is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. As we anticipate delays and increased wait times, customers are encouraged to open claims by filling out MPI’s online claim reporting form.
Driver Testing Services Class 1-6 and Air Brake Knowledge Tests
Scheduled appointments at an MPI Service Centre Scheduled knowledge test appointments for any licence class at an MPI Service Centre will continue as planned. Cancelled appointments All Class 1-6 and Air Brake knowledge tests that were cancelled during the recent labour interruption have been rescheduled. New appointments New knowledge test appointments can be made by visiting an Autopac broker or MPI Service Centre, or by calling MPI’s Contact Centre at 204-985-7000 or toll free 1-800-665-2410. Class 5 and 6 tests can also be booked online. Road Tests Class 1 Road Tests Customers with cancelled appointments Customers whose Class 1 road tests were cancelled during the labour interruption will be contacted directly by MPI to reschedule. New appointments Continued on pages 11-12
Manitoba Public Insurance Service Restoration Information New road test appointments are currently available at MPI locations outside Winnipeg. New appointments can be made by visiting an Autopac broker or MPI Service Centre, or by calling MPI’s Contact Centre at 204-985-7000 or toll free 1-800-665-2410. MPI continues to work collaboratively with its training school partners to resume Class 1 road testing services in Winnipeg and will share more details when they are available. Class 2-5 Road Tests Customers with cancelled appointments All Class 2-5 road tests that were cancelled during the recent labour interruption have been rescheduled. Customers whose Class 2-5 road tests were cancelled will be contacted directly by MPI with a new appointment date and time. If customers need to reschedule or cancel their new appointment, they can do so online, by visiting their Autopac broker or by calling MPI’s Contact Centre. More information on rescheduled appointment dates can be found on our Appointment Rescheduling page. MPI’s temporary Class 5 road test program has concluded and customers who had provided consent to participate in the program but did not have the opportunity to complete a test will also be contacted directly with an appointment. New appointments New road test appointments are now available for all customers. Customers can book new road test appointments by visiting an Autopac broker or MPI Service Centre, or by calling MPI’s Contact Centre at 204-985-7000 or toll free 1-
800-665-2410. Class 5 tests can also be booked online. Class 6 Road Tests Customers whose Class 6 road tests were cancelled during the labour interruption will not be rescheduled. Impacted customers will be able to either get a refund for their booking, or their payment can remain on their account and the customer can book a new appointment in spring 2024. Class 6 tests can also be booked online. Note that Class 6 road tests are seasonally unavailable at this time. Claims New Claims Customers with new claims can begin the process of opening a claim in two ways: •
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Estimating Appointments Cancelled appointments Customers whose estimating appointments were cancelled during the labour interruption will be contacted directly by MPI. Customers who made a claim, including for hail, during the labour interruption and have not had an estimate completed will be contacted directly by MPI. New estimating appointments Customers will be provided estimating options by MPI when opening their claim. As of Monday,
Manitoba Public Insurance Service Restoration Information November 13, estimating appointments for all new claims will resume. Adjusting Appointments Customers whose claims were in progress before the start of the labour interruption will be resolved as quickly as possible. If an appointment is required, customers will be contacted directly. We appreciate your patience during this time, and request that customers do not contact their adjuster directly for the status of their deductible. MPI is actively working on resolving outstanding claims and will be in direct contact with customers to provide more information. As of Monday, November 13, adjusting appointments for all new claims will resume. Registered owners can use the Check My Claim tool to find more information about their claim.
Personal Injury Protection Plan (PIPP) Customers Wait times to speak with an Injury Claims representative may be extended as MPI works to respond to inquiries. Customers who are off work will be contacted by their case manager in the coming days. Driver Fitness Customers whose Driver Fitness appointments were cancelled during the labour interruption will be contacted by MPI directly to reschedule their appointment. Driver Abstracts and Claims Experience Letters Regular processes for requesting driver abstracts and claims experience letters have resumed. We appreciate your patience as there may be delays in issuing personal driving records. For more information go to: https://www.mpi.mb.ca/Pages/Home.aspx
Minister Sajjan reaffirms support to the province of Manitoba to respond and recover from disasters (Public Safety Canada News Release, November 15, 2023) Disasters cause by climate related natural
disasters are a growing threat to the safety and economic stability of Canadian communities. The Government of Canada is committed to helping Canadians whose lives are affected when emergencies happen, helping communities deal with the realities of increased climate-related risks and disasters, and, ultimately, increasing our resiliency. The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, concluded a visit to Manitoba where he met with his counterpart the Honourable Lisa Naylor, Manitoba’s Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and Minister of Consumer Protection and Government Services. In his first of several roundtables, the Minister met with stakeholders and key emergency management partners, including local governments, non-governmental organizations and Indigenous organizations, to discuss lessons learned from recent emergencies, with the goal to collectively better prepare for future events and the range of hazards faced in Canada. While in Winnipeg, he toured Manitoba’s Emergency Management Organization Centre and visited the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre (CIFFC), which played a key role in the coordination of this year’s historic wildfire season. During his visit, the Minister also announced five payments totaling $193,720,186 to Manitoba through the Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements (DFAA) program, to assist with response and recovery costs
associated with the 2022 spring flood, 2020 June rainstorm, 2019 October storm, 2016 June flood, and the 2014 spring flood. Through these arrangements, the Government of Canada continues to support the province of Manitoba to respond and recover from disasters. Quotes “As the effects of climate change increase the frequency of disasters like flooding, we are committed to supporting Canadians, and keeping them safe. These payments will help support the province of Manitoba with their recovery and rebuilding efforts, as we work together to adapt to the impacts of climate change. Prioritizing our resiliency towards recurring extreme weather events will help strengthen our adaptability and our ability to better recover.” - The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada “Keeping Manitobans safe and responding quickly and effectively to emergencies when they happen is a priority for our government, and partnering with the Federal Government is important to ensure this goal is met. I was pleased to welcome Minister Sajjan to Winnipeg, and I look forward to continue working together on increasingly critical issues such as protecting Manitobans in the context of a changing climate.” - The Honourable Lisa Naylor, Manitoba’s Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, continued on pages 14-15
Minister Sajjan reaffirms support to the province of Manitoba to respond and recover from disasters measures to reduce the future vulnerability of repaired or replaced infrastructure.
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Under the DFAA, provinces and territories have six months following the end of a disaster event to request financial assistance from the federal government. Once an event has been designated under the DFAA, provinces and territories have up to five years to submit their final claim.
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Following the approval of an Order-inCouncil which is required to make payments, in the first 12 months following the end of an event, a province or territory may request in writing advance DFAA payments to address early requirements. These requests must contain supporting documentation, including actual interim expenditures and projected estimates, for review by the federal auditor. Based on this audit review, Public Safety Canada determines the total amount of the advance payments which should not exceed half of the projected federal cost-share.
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Since the inception of the program in 1970, the DFAA has been a reliable source of support for provinces and territories. As of March 2023, the Government of Canada has provided $7.9 billion in post disaster assistance to help provinces and territories with the costs of response and returning infrastructure and property to pre-disaster condition.
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Budget 2023 committed $48.1 million over five years, starting in 2023-2024, to identify high-risk flood areas and implement a modernized DFAA program which would incentivize mitigation efforts. This work is being informed by the findings and recommendations of an independent advisory panel and the input of provinces and territories. A modernized program is expected in April 2025.
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Minister Sajjan reaffirms support to the province of Manitoba to respond and recover from disasters Breakdown of Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangement Payments Description In recent years, Manitoba has experienced a number of severe weather events which caused significant damage to energy sectors, private residences, farms and public infrastructure. The Government of Canada has provided the government of Manitoba five payments, totaling $193,720,186 through the Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements Program to assist with the recovery costs associated with the 2022 spring flood, 2020 June rainstorm, 2019 October storm, 2016 June flood, and the 2014 spring flood. Payment details are as follows: In 2022, from March to October, Manitoba experienced widespread flooding that due to an above average winter precipitation, high winter snow pack, snow melt, runoff and heavy spring precipitation due to storms. Record-high water levels were observed in multiple watersheds, including the Winnipeg River and the Little Saskatchewan River. The flooding caused damage to more than 1,000 residences, numerous small businesses, non-profit organizations, farms, and local authorities and affected numerous communities. The Government of Canada provided an advanced payment of $168,614,076. In 2020, a rainstorm and strong winds caused localized flooding across the southern and
western parts of the province. Accumulated precipitation for some of the hardest hit areas ranged from 105mm to 337mm, with damaging wind gusts up to 110 km/h. The storm impacted small businesses, farms, residences and public infrastructure. The Government of Canada provided an interim payment of $17,293,883. In 2019, a five day snowstorm brought heavy snow and freezing rain across central and southern Manitoba, already impacted by record high rain and river water levels for the fall season. As a result, 10,000 residents were evacuated and a provincial state of emergency was declared to aid in the recovery effort. The Government of Canada provided an interim payment of $5,855,330. In 2016, the province experienced two severe storm cells in a three day period in June causing significant flooding in the Whiteshell Provincial Park and the Rural Municipality of Whitemouth; damaged several highways and municipal roads and 75 provincial infrastructures, private residences and small businesses. The Government of Canada provided a final payment of $490,716. In 2014, the province experienced severe flooding causing significant damage to municipal infrastructure, small businesses, residential property and agriculture. The Government of Canada provided a final payment of $1,466,181.
Share Your thoughts: Proposed New Livestock Feed Ingredient – 3-Nitrooxypropanol (3-NOP) Source: November 16, 2023 Canadian Food Inspection Agency Notice
Current status: Open Opened on November 16, 2023 and closes on December 16, 2023
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About the consultation The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is seeking comments on the following proposed new single ingredient feed (SIF) description for 3nitrooxypropanol (3-NOP).
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Background The Feeds Regulations require a proponent to submit a pre-market application for SIFs that are new, have been modified such that they differ from an approved SIF, or are for a new purpose. The CFIA evaluates the information in the application to establish that the SIF is safe, effective, and labelled correctly. Approved SIFs are currently listed and defined in Schedules IV and V of the Feeds Regulations, with appropriate guarantees, standards, and labelling requirements. The CFIA will be transitioning to the Canadian Feed Ingredients Table (CFIT) that will be incorporated by reference into the Feeds Regulations, 2023 when they come into effect. In preparation for this new approach, the CFIA is consulting on new or amended SIFs so they can be added to the CFIT once it comes into effect. More information on this is available in the Notice to industry: Consultations on new or amended single ingredient feed descriptions. About the evaluation The CFIA's Animal Feed Program has completed a detailed evaluation of an application for the approval of a new SIF: 3–nitrooxypropanol (3-NOP), which reduces rumen methane emissions when used as a component of a gut modifier product for cattle. The evaluation considered information related to: • the safety of feeding this SIF to livestock with respect to animal health
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The results of the CFIA's evaluation of available scientific data supports the safety and efficacy of 3NOP and its intended purpose to reduce rumen methane emissions from cattle when used as a component of gut modifier products. Therefore, the CFIA recommends 3-NOP be approved as a new SIF and added to the CFIT, accordingly. Proposed SIF description The CFIA intends to add 3-NOP to the CFIT under the renamed Subclass 6.19.4 (Gut modifier ingredients: Ingredients for the mitigation of environmental impacts related to livestock production) of Class 6 (Non-nutritive ingredients) in part 1 of the CFIT with the following description: 3-Nitrooxypropanol (or (3-NOP) or 3hydroxypropyl nitrate) is 3-hydroxypropyl nitrate, generally expressed as HOCH2CH2CH2ONO2, and having the CAS# 10050266-7. This ingredient has the potential to reduce rumen methane emissions from cattle and is approved for use as a component of gut modifier products for cattle. This ingredient is approved for use at an amount not to exceed 100 mg/kg of the total diet on a dry matter basis for dairy cows and 200 mg/kg of the total diet on a dry matter basis for cattle for meat production. It shall be labelled with the following statements: "This ingredient has the potential to reduce rumen methane emissions from cattle and is approved for use as a component of gut modifier products at an continued on pages 17-18
Share Your thoughts: Proposed New Livestock Feed Ingredient – 3-Nitrooxypropanol (3-NOP) amount not to exceed 100 mg/kg of the total diet on a dry matter basis for dairy cows and 200 mg/kg of the total diet on a dry matter basis for cattle for meat production. Caution: "Do not feed to male ruminants (for example, bulls, bucks, rams) intended for breeding." Ne pas donner aux ruminants mâles (par exemple, taureaux, boucs, béliers) destinés à la reproduction. » It shall be labelled with a guarantee for minimum percent 3-nitrooxypropanol. An ingredient number will be assigned at the time the SIF is added to the CFIT. Additional information 3-NOP is obtained through chemical synthesis, and it is not anticipated that there would be concerns arising from differing sources of this SIF. Therefore, this SIF is to be placed into part 1 of the CFIT. This SIF has the potential to reduce rumen methane emissions when fed to cattle and is approved as a component of gut modifier products. These gut modifier products are then formulated with other SIFs and mixed feeds and incorporated on the farm in the total mixed ration (TMR) for cattle. 3-NOP specifically targets methyl-coenzyme M reductase (MCR) in rumen methanogenesis and inhibits the growth of methanogenic archaea at concentrations that do not affect the growth of non-methanogenic bacteria in the rumen. Therefore, it has the potential to reduce rumen methane (CH4) produced during fermentation of livestock feed in the rumen. No negative impacts of the use of 3-NOP were observed on rumen microbial population, rumen pH, dry matter intake, fibre digestion or production, when fed to cattle. Note that there is a caution statement (to address animal health concerns) in the description that indicates that this SIF is not to be fed to male ruminants intended for breeding. Who is the focus of this consultation Animal feed stakeholders, including:
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All comments are welcome from industry, governments, the public, or other organizations or individuals. How to participate The CFIA is seeking feedback on the proposed description for 3-NOP. Stakeholders are encouraged to share comments if there are: • concerns about the accuracy of SIF description • additional scientific data that should be considered before the SIF is approved Scientific questions or information will be reviewed by the CFIA evaluators for consideration in the assessment. Non-scientific input will be evaluated and appropriate ways of addressing it will be explored. Comments can be sent by email to the Animal Feed Program at cfia.afp-paa.acia@inspection.gc.ca. Please use "3-NOP" in the subject line of the email. The CFIA is asking for comments and feedback by [December 14, 2023], 30 days from the date of this posting. Next steps The CFIA will review all of the comments received, if no significant scientifically valid concerns are raised, the CFIA will finalize the approval of 3-NOP and issue the approval to the applicant. If there are significant concerns raised, the CFIA will evaluate the additional information and may, subject to the commenters consent, forward the comments to the applicant for their response. A what we heard
Share Your thoughts: Proposed New Livestock Feed Ingredient – 3-Nitrooxypropanol (3-NOP) report that summarizes the feedback received will be published. The SIF will be added to the CFIT at the next update, following publication of the Feeds Regulations, 2023. Related information • Feeds Regulations • Feeds Act • Consultations on proposed regulatory and policy changes
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Notice to industry: Consultations on new or amended single ingredient feed descriptions
Contact us Animal Feed Program (AFP) Canadian Food Inspection Agency 59 Camelot Drive Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0Y9 Email: cfia.afp-paa.acia@inspection.gc.ca
Manitoba Beef & Forage Production Conference
Working On the Farm with Hands-On Science! Tuesday, Dec. 12 and Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023 Victoria Inn, Brandon, Manitoba
Manitoba Agriculture Participating Agribusinesses and Industry Organizations
Registration EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION COST Register by November 16, 2023 1. Early bird registration - $175 2. Farm registration (2 people from the same farm) - $300 3. Students - $125
REGISTRATION Register on or after November 17, 2023 $225 per person No farm registrations accepted after Nov. 16
REGISTRATION IS NON-REFUNDABLE BUT TRANSFERABLE Registration includes access to all sessions, one lunch and banquet ticket Extra banquet tickets $50 each
To register please visit https://www.mbfi.ca/conference Questions about registration? Call: 204-761-3300
Accommodations Victoria Inn 3550 Victoria Avenue Ph: 1-800-852-2710 (Complimentary breakfast provided with your reservation)
Clarion Hotel 3130 Victoria Avenue Ph: 204-728-5775
Days Inn 2130 Currie Boulevard Ph: 204-727-3600
Tuesday, December 12 9:00
REGISTRATION, COFFEE and BOOTH DISPLAYS
10:00 GRAND SALON – Dr. Susan Markus, Lakeland College - Smart Beef Cows on Smart Farms - Remote Sensing Technology and Genomic Insights into Traits of Economic Importance Focusing on fertility, growth and carcass traits, a heifer development demonstration site was created using technology to manage cattle and map expansive pastures. Hear stories about helping ranchers to rank reproductively efficient heifers, determining where their cows are, what they are doing, and if you can even afford to know!
11:00 GRAND SALON – Tim Lang, Farm Credit Canada – Transition and Succession – What’s the Difference? Succession is the transfer of a business, while estate planning is the transfer of assets pre- and post-death. Transition is a combination of both and is proactive rather than reactive.
12:00 GRAND SALON – LUNCH & DISPLAYS SALON 1 - POSTER PRESENTATIONS 1:30
GRAND SALON - Dr. Karen Beauchemin, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Reducing Methane Emissions in Beef Cattle Production This presentation will review key issues related to greenhouse gas production from beef cattle, discuss ways to reduce emissions on farms and provide insight into the potential for carbon neutral beef production in Canada.
2:30
BREAKOUT SESSION A (Each session will be presented twice; choose two of the four)
A-1
SALON 1 – Dr. Kim Ominski, University of Manitoba - Going Green with Implants: the Economic and Environmental Benefits of Implanting Calves Increasing production efficiency means better performance, less land and water use and lower greenhouse gas emissions while delivering the same quality product. This session will look at the practice of implanting pre- and post-weaning cattle and the economic and environmental impacts it could have on your operation. Featuring Betty Green, Fisher Branch Producer
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SALON 3 – Elizabeth Nernberg, Manitoba Agriculture Feedstuffs, Requirements and Everything in Between; Growing the Weaned Calf This session will not only feature getting calves started on feed, reducing costs of gain, and practical feeding management, but will also address common calf nutrition questions from a producer perspective. Featuring Kathleen Walsh, Swan River Producer
A-3
GRAND SALON - Dr. Yvonne Lawley, University of Manitoba - Intercropping to Overcome Nutrient Deficiencies A new project is exploring intercropping to overcome the low protein limitation of corn grazing. Dr. Lawley will review the intercrop species and establishment methods tested in Manitoba. Featuring Dr. Mary-Jane Orr, MBFI
A-4
SALON 2 – Mae Elsinger, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Fixing your Pasture Composition - Best Practices and Novel Approaches This presentation will discuss key principles of pasture rejuvenation, some long-standing best practices, and some novel ideas. Featuring Graham Tapley, Langruth Producer
3:30
REFRESHMENT BREAK / VISIT DISPLAYS
4:30
REPEAT OF BREAKOUT SESSION A
5:30
IMPERIAL BALLROOM – Banquet with cash bar Keynote Presentation: Lewellyn Melnyk – “Rooted” How to Stay Small Town Strong, Thrive on the Farm and Make Yourself a Priority
Wednesday, December 13 8:30
GRAND SALON – Dr. John Campbell, Western College of Veterinary Medicine – Key Findings from the Canadian Cow-Calf Surveillance Network (C3SN) The C3SN will provide benchmarking productivity information and estimate the prevalence of production limiting diseases within Canada’s surveillance network. Dr. Campbell will also examine topics important to the cow-calf industry, such as antimicrobial use, animal welfare and biosecurity practices.
9:30
REFRESHMENT BREAK / VISIT DISPLAYS
10:30 BREAKOUT SESSION B (Each session will be presented twice; choose two of the four)
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GRAND SALON – Dr. Stephen Crittenden, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada – Sifting Through Soil Health Learn how to translate soil health science into action that benefits farmers, the environment and society. This session will provide information land managers need to know when adopting management systems to improve soil health. Featuring Clayton Robins, Rivers Producer
B-2
SALON 1 – Dr. Shania Jack, Morden Vet Clinic - Calving 101: Malpresentations and What to Do When Things Don’t Go According to Plan This interactive presentation will highlight calving difficulties and how to overcome them when there is no time or help to intercede. Featuring Clover the Cow, 4H Manitoba
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SALON 2 – Charlotte Crawley, Ducks Unlimited Canada – Plant Diversity – Species Selection to Get the Most Out of Every Acre Learn more about sod-seeding, field scale plantings using diverse blends, variation plantings – eroded knolls, flood prone, saline rings, saline restoration and more! Featuring Gerald Bos, Rapid City Producer
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SALON 3 – Anneliese Walker, Maia Grazing - Grazing Fundamentals: A Practical Introduction to Graze Planning Whether you’ve been planning your grazing for years, or are planning to plan your grazes next year, it’s never a bad idea to crunch your numbers rather than grind your gears. Spend an hour reviewing some of the foundational concepts of graze planning including identifying key data points, plan considerations and planning tools. Featuring Ron Moss, Dauphin Producer
11:30 REPEAT OF BREAKOUT SESSION B 12:30 CLOSING REMARKS AND ADJOURN
Hear from local producers and industry experts about applying research on the farm. Our breakout sessions feature local producers and their on-farm experience.
Organizing Committee: Pam Iwanchysko, Elizabeth Nernberg, Cindy Jack, Kristen Bouchard-Teasdale, Shawn Cabak, Andrea Bertholet, Juanita Kopp, Mary-Jane Orr (MBFI) and Melissa Atchison (MBP)
Organized by Manitoba Agriculture in partnership with MBFI, and MBP.