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Manitoba Agriculture is offering a series of interesting livestock and forage presentations, packed with information and featuring innovative leading experts, aimed at helping Manitoba beef producers best manage their cattle operations. See page 14 for details.
MBP’s Fall District Meetings –
Thank you to the Hon. Ron Kostyshyn, Minister of Agriculture for attending the meetings in Ashern and Stonewall, for addressing the producers and for listening to the discussions on topics such as livestock inspection. Also in attendance in Stonewall were Interim Progressive Conservative Leader Wayne Ewasko, MLA for Lac du Bonnet and Lakeside MLA Trevor King. Producers appreciate the opportunity to engage with elected officials about matters affecting the beef sector.
MBP extends its thanks to the representatives from Manitoba Agriculture, Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation (MASC), and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada for taking in the meetings. Staff from MASC provided updates on their programs and services, including Livestock Price Insurance, predation compensation and lending opportunities.
Dr. Mary-Jane Orr of Manitoba Beef & Forage Initiatives was another presenter, and she received many questions and feedback about the research MBFI is undertaking on virtual fencing.
Producers also had the opportunity to learn more about programming and funding opportunities with reps from the following watershed districts: Assiniboine West, Central Assiniboine, East Interlake, Intermountain, Northeast Red, Redboine, Souris River and West Interlake. MBP thanks the watershed district reps for their participation.
Finally, MBP would like to thank the various businesses that helped sponsor the meals at the meeting, as well as the caterers who served the delicious beef meals.
Mark your calendar for MBP’s 46th Annual General Meeting which will take place February 20-21, 2025 at the Victoria Inn in Winnipeg. Watch the MBP website, social media channels and E-Newsletter for more information.
CONTACT INFO
P. (204) 772-4542
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Manitoba Beef Producers 2024-25 Scholarship Recipients
Winnipeg, MB., November 4, 2024 – Manitoba Beef Producers (MBP) is pleased to announce the six recipients of its $1,000 scholarship awards for students pursuing a field of study related to agriculture or acquiring a skilled trade or pursuing a career that would be beneficial to the rural economy.
Annika Sund (Woodlands) – pursuing a diploma in Animal Science Technology - Beef Science (Lakeland College)
Keenan Karish (Fraserwood) – pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture - Animal Science (University of Manitoba)
Lainie Muir (Glenella) – pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture - Soil Science (University of Saskatchewan)
Madisyn Robertson (Neepawa) – pursuing a Bachelor of Science – Agriculture & Bioresources (University of Saskatchewan)
Megan Beswitherick (Austin) – pursuing an Agriculture advanced diploma (Assiniboine Community College)
Shayla Woychyshyn (Minnedosa) – pursuing a Bachelor of Science – Agriculture & Bioresources (University of Saskatchewan)
The application process includes preparing an essay or video submission discussing the topic, “What the beef industry means to my family, my community and Manitoba.” All of the articles were published in the November 2024 edition of the MBP newspaper Cattle Country.
Formoreinformation: David Hultin, APR
Communications and Marketing Lead &Editor, Cattle Country
Phone:204-558-4502 or email:dhultin@mbbeef.ca
“It is MBP’s pleasure and privilege to recognize Annika, Keenan, Lainie, Madisyn, Megan, and Shayla who are from beef producing families and pursuing further education,” remarked Carson Callum, General Manager, Manitoba Beef Producers. “We also extend our heartfelt thanks to Audrey Kuik-Schweitzer and the late Larry Schweitzer for recognizing the importance of post-secondary education and providing an additional $400 contribution towards each scholarship.”
Larry Schweitzer, a former District 7 director with the Manitoba Cattle Producers Association (MCPA, now MBP), passed away in December 2023. Larry served in various capacities on the MCPA from 2001 to 2006, including as its president in 2005. He represented the MCPA at the national level at the Canadian Cattle Association and he later represented MBP at the National Cattle Feeders Association. Larry was knowledgeable and passionate about the cattle industry, particularly the feeding sector. He was committed to the advancement of the beef industry even in the face of challenges such as BSE, mCOOL, and adverse weather conditions.
Farm product prices, September 2024
(Statistics Canada’s The Daily November 8, 2024 edition) Monthly provincial prices received by farmers in September for grains, oilseeds, specialty crops, cattle, hogs, poultry, eggs and dairy products are now available.
In September, monthly slaughter cattle prices decreased across all provinces, with drops ranging from 3.1% in Manitoba to 15.1% in Quebec. This marked the end of at least seven months of consecutive increases in Quebec, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and the Atlantic provinces. Year over year, prices were at least 7.3% higher across the provinces in September, supported by the shrinking cattle herd.
Feeder cattle price movements varied across the provinces in September compared with the previous month. There were gains in Alberta (+2.7%), Quebec (+0.2%) and the Atlantic provinces and decreases in the remaining provinces. As well, on a year-over-year basis, Alberta (+31.2%) reported the largest increase.
In September, prices for durum wheat dropped compared with the previous month in both major producing provinces, down 4.1% in Saskatchewan and 2.4% in Alberta. Increased supply and lower exports put downward pressure on prices. This was the 12th consecutive month of decline, as prices returned to normal levels from the highs seen in 2022.
Canola prices fell across the Prairie provinces in September 2024 compared with August, marking a third consecutive decrease in Alberta (-2.3%) and a fourth consecutive decline in Manitoba (-1.9%) and Saskatchewan (-1.6%). Reduced international demand for canola likely put downward pressure on prices. In addition, canola prices posted doubledigit declines across all provinces on a year-overyear basis, as prices continued to drop from the highs in 2022.
Compared with August 2024, wheat (excluding durum) prices declined across most provinces in September. In the Prairie provinces, decreases ranged from 0.8% in Alberta to 2.0% in Manitoba. The new harvest put downward pressure on prices.
The movements of monthly soybean prices in September were mixed across the three main producing provinces, with increases in Manitoba (+7.9%) and Quebec (+2.7%), while Ontario (-5.3%) posted its fourth consecutive month of decline. Lower anticipated global production of palm oil likely supported a rise in prices.
The monthly price of slaughter hogs recorded declines across all provinces in September, ranging from 5.6% in Manitoba to 8.0% in British Columbia. Year over year, hog prices were lower in every province, with decreases ranging from 1.0% in Quebec to 4.6% in Nova Scotia.
Applications for Consideration for The Environmental Stewardship Award Due to MBP by December 13
Manitoba Beef Producers (MBP) is accepting applications until Friday, December 13, 2024 for consideration for the local awarding of The Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA).
Since 1996, TESA has recognized producers who go above and beyond standard industry conservation practices and set positive examples for other cattle producers and the general public. As stewards of a vast portion of the Canadian landscape, Canada’s beef cattle producers play a significant role in protecting and enhancing the environment. They continuously strive to improve existing stewardship conservation practices to create a sustainable future – always farming for tomorrow.
At the local level, a producer receives provincial recognition for their outstanding environmental contributions. In Manitoba, this occurs in conjunction with MBP’s annual general meeting in February. All provincial award recipients then move forward to compete for national recognition from the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA). The national TESA recipient is announced during the CCA’s semi-annual meeting held in August in conjunction with the Canadian Beef Industry Conference.
Each nominee exemplifies significant innovation and attention to a wide range of environmental stewardship aspects in their farm or ranch operation. Such innovations extend beneficially to areas far beyond their land, including water, wildlife and air.
How to Nominate
All beef cattle operations in Canada are eligible to apply for consideration for TESA. Interested producers can either nominate themselves, or be nominated by another individual or an organization. All methods are equally encouraged. More details and the application form can be found at: https://www.cattle.ca/sustainability/tesa
Note: if you are a producer who is considering selfnoomination, MBP can provide you with guidance and suggestions on completing the application process.
The completed application form, along with all supporting documentation (such as letters of support, photos and/or videos), is to be submitted to Manitoba Beef Producers by email to info@mbbeef.ca no later than Friday, December 13, 2024.
If you have questions, please contact the MBP office at 204-772-4542.
Summer Interns - 2025
Location: Calgary
Overview:
Head Office #180, 6815 – 8th Street NE
Calgary, Alberta T2E 7H7
Phone: (403) 275-8558
Email: contact@cattle.ca Ottawa Office #1101, 350 Sparks St. Ottawa, Ontario
K1R 7S8
Phone: (613) 233-9375
October 2024
The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is the national voice of Canada’s 60,000 beef producers. Founded by producers and led by a producer-elected Board, CCA works to address issues of concern to Canada’s beef producers.
The Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (CRSB) is a division of CCA. The CRSB is a collaborative, multi-stakeholder initiative focused on advancing environmental, social and economic sustainability in the Canadian beef industry. It has over 100 members representing the beef value chain and beyond.
The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) is Canada’s industry-led funding agency for beef, cattle and forage research. The BCRC is committed to delivering and supporting initiatives that effectively accelerate the development and uptake of research findings and outcomes by industry.
The Public and Stakeholder Engagement (PSE) team works with national and provincial beef organizations to address consumer questions and issues that could erode consumer and public confidence in the beef industry.
CCA, CRSB, BCRC and PSE are each looking for a talented, self-motivated individual to participate in our CCA Summer Intern Program. There are a total of four (4) internships available.
Job Description:
These internship positions provide a unique opportunity for students interested in the Canadian beef industry across a broad range of topics including (but not limited to) public policy, research, sustainability, communications, and advocacy. Interns will have the opportunity to engage directly with CCA and its divisions’ staff, Board Members, Councils, and key industry stakeholders to help overcome challenges and advance priorities important to the Canadian beef industry Students are also encouraged to propose summer projects for consideration.
Canadian Cattle Association internship
Responsibilities:
• Assist with youth program delivery (Canadian Cattle Young Leaders & Canadian Cattle Youth Council), including activities at the Canadian Beef Industry Conference
• Assist in communications of advocacy efforts and policy enactment (social media, stakeholder outreach, media management, website maintenance, etc.)
• Assist with the development of communication updates to member organizations
• Observe association meetings (board, committees, working groups)
• Perform other duties as assigned to advance CCA activities
Head Office #180, 6815 – 8th Street NE Calgary, Alberta
T2E 7H7
Phone: (403) 275-8558
Email: contact@cattle.ca
Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef internship
Responsibilities:
• Assist with event preparation and delivery
• Support program and project development, delivery and reporting
• Support communications activities
• Conduct literature reviews
• Assist with administrative tasks
• Perform other duties as assigned
Beef Cattle Research Council internship
Responsibilities:
Office #1101, 350 Sparks St. Ottawa, Ontario K1R 7S8
Phone: (613) 233-9375
• Support BCRC knowledge and technology transfer efforts including website and social media content development
• Assist with event preparation and development
• Assist with content development for BCRC’s regular publications
• Support scientific and special topic reviews in a wide variety of areas and assist in BCRC’s research evaluation processes
• Perform other duties as assigned
Public and Stakeholder Engagement internship
Responsibilities:
• Support tradeshow and event organization
• Attend various public facing events on behalf of the program (Calgary Stampede)
• Help with communication activities (writing, graphic design, video editing)
• Support overall delivery of business plan objectives
• Assist with administrative tasks
• Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
• Applicants must be enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate studies
• Applicants should be enrolled in an agriculture or associated program, have beef production experience, and/or an expressed interest in pursuing a career in the Canadian beef industry
• Must be available for the duration of the internship
• Must have excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• Must be able to work in CCA’s Calgary office
Please send cover letters and resumes to Sherin at chopras@cattle.ca with the subject line: CCA Summer Intern and indicate on your cover letter which division’s internship (or divisions’ internships) you are interested in. Candidates can apply to more than one internship. The deadline for applications is November 15, 2024
Head Office #180, 6815 – 8th Street NE
Calgary, Alberta
T2E 7H7
Phone: (403) 275-8558
Email: contact@cattle.ca
Ottawa Office #1101, 350 Sparks St.
Ottawa, Ontario
K1R 7S8
Phone: (613) 233-9375
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Canadian Cattle Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: CCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at CCA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in Canada.
Important Update on Restrictions Related to Winter Application of Nutrients
Short Term Provincial Variance in Effect Allowing For a Couple of Extra Days of Application
Provincial legislation normally prohibits the application of synthetic fertilizer and livestock manure between Nov. 10 and April 10 to prevent nutrient runoff, with limited exceptions if weather conditions permit. This is one of those years, with a provincial variance in effect.
Environment and Climate Change Manitoba has advised that nutrients cannot be applied on or after November 13th, 2024* (*Due to expectation of snow cover, frozen soils and below freezing temperatures.)
It is important to note the following:
• Nutrients are not to be surface-applied without immediate incorporation.
• Nutrients are not to be applied within Nutrient Management Zone N4 or the Nutrient Buffer Zone.
• Nutrients are not to be applied to poorly or very poorly drained soils including coarse textured Gleysols with improved drainage (for example agriculture capability class 4W, 5W and 6W soils) that are saturated for extended periods during spring thaw.
• Nutrients are not be applied to erosive soils located near watercourses but outside the Nutrient Buffer Zone.
• The agricultural producer is obliged to assess current weather conditions and periodically check weather forecasts when applying nutrients after November 9th. Nutrients should not be applied in instances where the weather outlook is unfavourable such as if snow or an appreciable amount of rainfall is expected that would result in runoff
• All other requirements of the Nutrient Management Regulation and the Livestock Manure and Mortalities Management Regulation remain in effect.
• All other local, federal and provincial legislation must be followed.
Individual Variances
At any time throughout the winter, emergency situations may occur. Pursuant to Section 14(4) of the Livestock Manure and Mortalities Management Regulation (M.R. 42/98), the director may authorize winter application of manure due to an emergency situation or extenuating circumstance. Examples may include the manure storage facility reaching its capacity or the imminent failure of a manure storage facility. Information on Emergency Manure Spreading Requests is available or by contacting Environmental Approvals Branch at: mmpregistration@gov.mb.ca or by phone at (204) 945-8321.
For more information on nutrient management regulations and nutrient application dates and variances see: Manitoba.ca/ NutrientDates
Some Important Program and Resource Reminders from Manitoba Agriculture
Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership Initiatives
Livestock Predation Prevention:
• Funding Purpose: Purchase of preapproved equipment and guardian dogs
• Application Deadline: Dec. 20, 2024
Food Safety and Traceability:
• Funding Purpose: Equipment for monitoring and controlling food safety parameters, and improving traceability systems
• Application Deadline: Jan. 23, 2025
Explore Sustainable CAP priority areas and programs at manitoba.ca/sustainablecap/, check out our YouTube playlist, or call 1-800811-4411. Stay tuned for updates!
Livestock Producers: Check out the 2025 Updated Cost of Production Resources!
Manitoba Agriculture has updated many livestock and forage calculators designed to provide producers with planning information, and a format for calculating costs of production for various livestock enterprises in Manitoba. Adjust these newly updated budgets with your figures to calculate your farm’s cost of production.
AAFC Survey Deadline Extended - Share your experience with us on cyber security!
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is committed to helping agri-businesses strengthen their defenses against cyber threats.
Share your experience with us on cyber security! AAFC is conducting a survey until Novembre 30 to gather insights from agricultural business owners about their experiences with cyber security and technology
use. Your feedback will help shape future resources and tools to support sector preparedness to address cyber incidents. The survey takes only 5 minutes to complete.
Access survey: https://formsformulaires.alpha.canada.ca/en/id/cm18bi5440 01wk4t5uzpfd3mn
2024-2025 StockTalk Webinar Series
Manitoba Agriculture is offering a series of interesting livestock and forage presentations, packed with information and featuring innovative leading experts, aimed at helping Manitoba beef producers best manage their cattle operations. Find out the latest news on research and production for beef and forage management by participating in these virtual sessions.
Date: Nov.14, Dec.12, Jan.16, Feb.13, March 13 & April 10
Time: 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Place: Your computer, smartphone or tablet
Register for StockTalk webinar:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GW020_TOTyO_YOi_R_DmvA
Please add the webinar series to your calendar once you are registered.
Presentations and topics will cover Cattle Nutrition, Backgrounding Rations, Mineral and Vitamin Supplementation, Beef Cost of Production, Cattle Marketing, Beef and Forage Conference Highlights, MASC Forage & Livestock Insurance, Ask the Vet Calving Tips, Range and Pasture Health, Native Pasture Management, Forages to Improve Soil Health & more.
For more information, call Manitoba Agriculture 1-844-769-6224 or email shawn.cabak@gov.mb.ca
Or visit our website at manitoba.ca/agriculture/online-resources/stock-talk.html
