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E-Newsletter dsfsfa An update from MBP June 10, 2022

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Stop Health Canada’s proposed front-ofpackage labelling for ground beef

It’s good for the economy. Canadian farmers and ranchers produce high-quality, nutritious, accessible and affordable ground beef, feeding Canadian families and providing them with the necessary nutrients to stay healthy. THE ISSUE Health Canada’s warning label is inconsistent.

Health Canada is proposing regulations that would require ground beef sold in stores to carry a “high in” saturated fat warning label. This could lead consumers to believe that ground beef is unhealthy when in fact, it’s a nutrient-rich, wholesome source of protein that Canadians rely on. Ground beef is a foundational food for Canadian families and a staple in households from coast to coast to coast. It’s one of the most affordable, convenient, and accessible sources of proteins available to Canadians. Now, more than ever, we need to ensure Canadians continue to have access to affordable, accessible, and whole, nutritious foods, like ground beef. With inflation costs and food prices rising, we can’t afford Health Canada’s proposed warning label on ground beef. It risks affordability and has far-reaching negative economic and nutritional impacts on Canadians, especially the most vulnerable. THE FACTS It’s good for you. Ground beef is a nutrient-dense protein that contributes iron, zinc, vitamin B12, and other essential nutrients that our bodies rely on. Canadians rely on ground beef to feed their families because it’s affordable, accessible, and nutrient-rich.

Health Canada wants to put a warning label on ground beef, a natural whole food offering consumers a source of vital nutrients, including fats. At the same time, some highly processed, sugary and high in saturated fat foods like soda, chips and cookies are exempt from Health Canada’s labels. It doesn’t make sense. No other country is doing it. No other country has required single-ingredient products like beef to have warning labels. If Health Canada succeeds with its label, Canada will be the only jurisdiction in the world to place a health warning label on ground beef. It will negatively impact consumer health. Health Canada’s objective is to increase consumer health, but reductions in ground beef consumption will not impact Canadians’ overall saturated fat intake. Ground beef is a minor contributor to the overall saturated fat Canadians are consuming. Instead, it will affect the most vulnerable populations, including women and children, who require important nutrients from ground beef. TAKE ACTION Join thousands of Canadians fighting for Canadian farmers and ranchers and opposing warning labels on the ground beef we love.

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The Disaster Financial Assistance Program and Livestock Losses On May 9, 2022 the Manitoba government announced Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) related 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 (MBP) to help 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. This form is also available on the “DFA for Farm” page on the EMO website under “Step 2: Apply and mandatory documents.” See: https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/dfa/farm.html 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 upcoming program webinars see: https://www.gov.mb.ca/emo/pdfs/2022_dfa_webinars_pr.pdf For other inquiries contact Manitoba’s Emergency Measures organization as follows: o Toll Free: 1-888-267-8298 Fax: (204) 945-4929 Email: dfa@gov.mb.ca

Premier Heather Stefanson Announces New Minister of Natural Resources and Northern Development (June 9, 2022 Province of Manitoba News Release)

Premier Heather Stefanson welcomed one new member to the provincial cabinet following a swearing-in ceremony at the Manitoba Legislative Building. Greg Nesbitt, MLA for Riding Mountain, enters cabinet as minister of natural resources and northern development. “I am excited to welcome Greg to our cabinet team,” said Stefanson. “Minister Nesbitt is longtime business owner and community leader and understands the importance rural economic development plays in building a strong and vibrant province. I am confident Minister Nesbitt will play an important role as we continue with our efforts for economic recovery and growth and building hope and opportunity for all Manitobans.” The announcement follows the resignation of former minister Scott Fielding. The premier thanked Fielding for his years of service as a cabinet minister and wished him well as he explores new opportunities in the private sector.

Greg Nesbitt’s Biography Greg Nesbitt was first elected as the MLA for Riding Mountain in September 2016 and reelected in April 2019. He has previously served as the legislative assistant to the minister of health, seniors and active living. Nesbitt is a long-time business owner, community leader and volunteer, and is passionate about creating opportunities for young families to establish roots in rural Manitoba. Nesbitt owned and published newspapers in the Riding Mountain area for over 40 years and has a long history of involvement with both the Manitoba and Canadian community newspapers associations. Nesbitt has served in a variety of leadership roles within the community including as a founding member of the Shoal Lake Regional Airport Authority, long-time coach and manager of various local minor and senior hockey teams, and volunteer firefighter with the Shoal Lake Fire Department. Nesbitt resides in Shoal Lake with his partner and is a proud father and grandfather.

tuesday, June 28th

Mulvihill AMCP Community Pasture

Pasture Manager: MBP Organizer:

Justin Hogue 204-214-0107 Ray Bittner 204-768-0010

MANITOBA BEEF PRODUCERS

Predation Management 2022 Field Days SPONSORED BY

Manitoba Beef Producers Livestock Predation Prevention Pilot Project TIME:

Manitoba Trappers Association (MTA) Trapper: Randy Sigurdson

10:00 AM to Noon

• Traps, techniques and tips required to remove predators in summer and out of pelt season.

DIRECTIONS:

• What you can do as a land owner to make the trapping process more successful

On PTH #6 go north to Mulvihill. Turn east on Road 133N and go 4.5 km east to Road 28 W, 2.5 km north. GPS 50.9851, -98.1159 SNACKS AND DRINKS WILL BE PROVIDED

Manitoba Conservation Officer and Wildlife Biologist • Know your legal rights as landowner to defend your property from predators. • Predator removal permit process • Biology of predators and their habits

MASC Adjustor: TBA • The process of making a successful claim for lost or injured livestock • How to determine what predator is responsible

Problem Predator Removal Program Details • Manitoba supports MTA trappers to come to your farm to remove predators that have caused property loss or risk.

For more information of the Livestock Predation Prevention Project and other Risk Mitigation Practices please visit https://mbbeef.ca/

CONTACT Raymond Bittner, Livestock Predation Lead Manitoba Beef Producers rbittner@mbbeef.ca | 204-768-0010

All livestock producers and trappers are

WELCOME. When predators take a bite out of your livestock,

WHAT DO YOU DO? Topics being covered include: • How to get compensated for predator losses (MASC) • Know your legal rights to defend your property from predators (Manitoba Conservation) • Gain insights into predator behavior (Manitoba Conservation wildlife biologist) • Problem Predator Removal Program (Manitoba program) • Trapper advice on how to make predator removal more successful (Manitoba Trappers Association)

Local Events Community Pastures

Note: Events are outdoors in field, so bring all-weather clothes.

Tuesday, June 21st

Ethelbert AMCP Community Pasture

Ukraina Corrals

Pasture Manager: Warren Jacobson 204-742-3295 MBP Organizer: Ray Bittner 204-768-0010

TIME:

Manitoba Trappers Association (MTA) Trapper: Gord Hannibal

Thursday, June 23rd pansy Community Pasture

Pasture Manager: MBP Organizer:

Dick Schroeder 204-427-3133 Ray Bittner 204-768-0010

TIME:

Manitoba Trappers Association (MTA) Trapper: Chris Lund

10:00 AM to Noon

• Traps, techniques and tips required to remove predators in summer and out of pelt season.

10:00 AM to Noon

• Traps, techniques and tips required to remove predators in summer and out of pelt season.

DIRECTIONS:

• What you can do as a land owner to make the trapping process more successful

DIRECTIONS:

• What you can do as a land owner to make the trapping process more successful

AMCP Corrals On PR# 273, 5 KM east of Hwy #10, South side OR AMCP Corrals on PR#273, 19km east of HWY #20 South side. GPS 51.4490, -100.2875 SNACKS AND DRINKS WILL BE PROVIDED

MASC Adjustor: TBA • The process of making a successful claim for lost or injured livestock

On Hwy 59 south of St Malo, 1 km south of Rosa Hall, Hall. Turn east on Road 16 N, go 5.5 km, corrals on north side. GPS 49.2370, 96.7473

• How to determine what predator is responsible

Problem Predator Removal Program Details • Manitoba supports MTA trappers to come to your farm to remove predators that have caused property loss or risk.

Livestock Producers attending will be registered to win a

$300 Vet Consultation and Assessment

MASC Adjustor: TBA • The process of making a successful claim for lost or injured livestock • How to determine what predator is responsible

SNACKS AND DRINKS WILL BE PROVIDED

Problem Predator Removal Program Details • Manitoba supports MTA trappers to come to your farm to remove predators that have caused property loss or risk.

Annual Forages for Greenfeed, Silage and Grazing season crops and are higher yielding compared to proso millets. Both foxtail and proso types are suitable for hay/green feed production, providing excellent quality feed when cut at the proper stage, shortly after heading. However, during cool years, barley and oats will typically produce higher forage yields than millet. (June 10, 2022 information supplied by Manitoba Agriculture) In 2021, Manitoba was quite dry with large

areas of agro Manitoba receiving 52-76 percent normal precipitation, and 96-121 percent of normal heat units. This year has been the opposite with above average precipitation falling across all of Manitoba and some areas have received over 300 percent normal rains in May. To help manage the wet conditions and delayed seeding, livestock producers can grow annual forage crops that can be cut for silage, greenfeed or used for grazing. Planting annual cereal crops for green feed or silage is an option for late season planting. They can provide high energy feed for livestock within a reasonable period of time. Cereals can be used for summer pasture within 4 to 6 weeks of seeding, however, it is important to graze above plant growing points to maintain quick regrowth. If moisture removal is the main objective this summer, harvesting the crop as greenfeed, silage, or swath grazing is recommended. Post-harvest regrowth can provide late season grazing; however, regrowth is dependent on sufficient moisture and fertility availability. Annual crops are more efficient moisture users compared to their thirsty perennial forage cousins. Corn needs three inches of water to produce one tonne of dry matter compared to over six inches for alfalfa and timothy. Barley needs about four inches and oats is just under five inches of water used per tonne of dry matter yield produced. This is why during the recent dry years, annual forage crops still yielded reasonably well but the perennial forage crops suffered more. Plants such as corn, millet and sorghum are warm season crops that have the best heat tolerance, and are the most efficient users of moisture and nitrogen when compared to annual cool season cereals commonly grown for feed. Millets have produced excellent forage yields in Manitoba when hot July and August temperatures are experienced. Foxtail millets are longer

When growing annual crops, earlier seeding usually produces higher yields, whether it is being grown for silage or for grain. Corn is a very high yielding crop that can be grown for silage or grazing but requires optimal fertility and weed control and a longer growing season. Oats, barley or triticale can be grown for greenfeed, silage or swathed for grazing. Seeding a mix of a winter cereal and a spring cereal can be used for grazing in the spring or it can be cut for greenfeed and the winter cereal will regrow and can be grazed later in the summer/fall. Fall rye and winter wheat are typically used for grazing since their regrowth is much better than spring cereals. Winter cereals are not the best option for producing greenfeed or silage because they require an over-wintering period to produce tillers and to head out. Adding cover crops or Italian rye grass to the cereals will provide more forage for later summer or fall grazing. Higher sugar levels and a lower buffering capacity (less calcium) makes it easier to convert annual forage crops into well fermented silage. Perennial forages can be ensiled but conditions have to be closer to ideal to make a high quality feed. Harvesting annual forage crops Annual crops harvested on a timely basis make excellent quality feed and may be harvested as a greenfeed, chopped silage or a baled silage. Advantages of harvesting feed as silage include: 1) lower nitrate levels by 30-50%, 2) silage harvest is less weather dependent, and 3) less field and storage/weathering losses. Harvesting cereals for greenfeed or silage at the optimal time will maximize quality and yield. Most annual crops (barley, triticale) should be harvested at early dough stage or late milk (oats) when being cut for forage. The days required for maturity for forage harvesting will be approximately 10 days to two weeks earlier than for grain harvest with barley maturing the earliest followed by oats and then triticale.

Annual Forages for Greenfeed, Silage and Grazing Optimal harvest stage for annual crops cut for greenfeed or silage Crop Oats Barley Spring or Fall Rye Triticale Spring or Winter Wheat Foxtail Millet Peas

Proper harvest stage Late milk Soft dough Early dough Soft dough Early dough Early heading First pods wrinkle

Sorghum sudangrass July 20, 2021 at Manitoba Crop Development Centre (MCDC) near Carberry

MCVET Annual Forage trial at Carberry’s MCDC In 2021 Manitoba Agriculture conducted four research trials one at each of the Crop Diversification Centres near Arborg, Roblin, Melita and Carberry to compare the yield and quality of a number of annual crops grown for feed. We would like to thank the dedicated staff at each of those locations for carrying out this research work. As well we would like to thank our partners on the project the Manitoba Beef Producers, Manitoba Seed Growers Association and the Manitoba Crop Variety Evaluation Team (MCVET). You can find last year’s results on page # 113 of the 2022 Seed Manitoba guide.

For more information contact your nearest Manitoba Agriculture office or Shawn Cabak at 204-239-3353 or shawn.cabak@gov.mb.ca

Manitoba Government Provides Additional $3 Million Investment in Watershed Districts Program (June 10, 2022 Province of Manitoba News Release)

The Manitoba Government is increasing its investment by $3 million in the important work of Manitoba’s Watershed Districts Program, Environment, Climate and Parks Minister Jeff Wharton announced. “Our government is proud to support the Watershed Districts Program, which plays a vital role in building Manitoba’s climate resiliency and improving the health of our watersheds,” said Wharton. “We are pleased to partner with our 14 Watershed Districts in this successful program, which is essential to ensuring prudent management of Manitoba’s water resources.” The Watershed Districts Program is a voluntary partnership between Manitoba and municipal governments based on local, grassroots decision-making, the minister noted. This year, the province will expand program support by $570,000, for a total of $6.443 million. The Manitoba government is also establishing the Manitoba Watershed Districts Capacity Fund, administered in trust by The Winnipeg Foundation. Annual revenues from this new $2.5 million fund will provide a stable source of funding to support technical work, operations, communications, governance and watershed planning efforts for districts and the Manitoba Association of Watersheds. “Manitoba Association of Watersheds (MAW) is proud to support watershed districts and appreciates the establishment of the Manitoba Watershed Districts Capacity Fund,” said Garry Wasylowski, MAW board chair. “Part of our vision is to ensure that Manitoba’s watershed districts have the tools and

resources they need to be effective managers of water and land throughout the province, and this newly established fund is a critical resource to help us accomplish this goal.” The establishment of the new fund, along with the increased program funding, build on the Manitoba government’s previous commitments to watershed districts. As of April, 109 municipalities were partners in the program, covering 88,438 square kilometres of municipal Manitoba. In addition, the minister highlighted the release of a new video showcasing Growing Outcomes in Watersheds (GROW) projects implemented by producers in four watershed districts at https://youtu.be/EF5TxanLyBA. “Without the hard work of participating producers and local watershed districts, these and many other local GROW projects would not be possible,” Wharton said. “The new video is an important communication tool for the province, districts and producers to share information on our collaborative work through GROW to improve water quality, build resilience to flood and drought, sequester carbon and enhance wildlife habitat.” As the local delivery agents for GROW, watershed districts provide agricultural producers with opportunities to enhance ecological goods and services on working landscapes. “We are seeing more extreme events from last year’s drought to this year’s spring rains and floods,” said Harold Janzen, member, Seine Rat Roseau Watershed District. “When the government announced GROW, for us, it was gold, as we now have a program that is

Manitoba Government Provides Additional $3 Million Investment in Watershed Districts Program sustainable and provides a significant boost in long-term funding. Recent expansion efforts by Manitoba furthers our ability to deliver watershed-based programming to more landowners in Manitoba.”

More information on the Watershed Districts Program including GROW delivery is available at www.manitobawatersheds.ca.

Canada Invests $11.3 Million To Increase Biodiversity Conservation In UNESCO Biosphere Reserves, Including Riding Mountain Biosphere Reserve (June 10, 2022 Environment and Climate Change Canada News Release) All Canadians depend on

nature for clean water to drink and air to breathe, food to eat, and quality spaces to enjoy outdoors. The rapid decline of biodiversity undermines the foundations of the Canadian economy, food security, health, and quality of life. Stopping biodiversity loss is vital in its own right, but it is also vital to protect species at risk; combat climate change; and rebuild a strong, sustainable economy. Today, Julie Dabrusin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources and to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, announced that the Government of Canada will invest $11.3 million over three years from Canada’s Enhanced Nature Legacy to increase biodiversity conservation efforts in nineteen UNESCO biosphere reserves across Canada. These biosphere reserves range from Clayoquot Sound in British Columbia to Riding Mountain in Manitoba, Ontario’s Niagara Escarpment, the Manicouagan-Uapishka Biosphere Reserve in the Baie-Comeau region of Quebec, and New Brunswick’s Fundy Biosphere Reserve. Over the next three years, partners will work together to restore, maintain, and enhance biodiversity conservation in the buffer zones— the areas surrounding the core protected areas—of each biosphere reserve. This investment will help the biosphere reserves continue their conservation work, which could include biodiversity research, documentation,

and land management practices, as well as stakeholder engagement to increase awareness around other effective area-based conservation measures (OECMs) and Canada’s conservation goals. Ideally, they will achieve positive biodiversity outcomes equal to those of a protected area, and if they are successfully recognized as OECMs, they could be counted toward Canada’s conservation goals. Moving forward, the Government of Canada will continue to work with conservation partners to identify additional opportunities to support biodiversity conservation. Investing in biosphere reserves is an example of bringing people and communities together to address the biodiversity crisis, support sustainable economic development, and foster healthy relationships with nature. Quotes “Biosphere reserves are a model for how communities can connect with nature in healthier and more sustainable ways. They inspire and empower Canadians to work together to address global challenges such as biodiversity loss and climate change. By investing in Canadian biosphere reserves, we are advancing important conservation work in areas rich with cultural and biological diversity.” – The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change “This funding from Environment and Climate Change Canada demonstrates a pivotal chapter in the history of the network and of the Canadian Biosphere Reserves Association. To use the words from the biosphere reserves

Canada Invests $11.3 Million To Increase Biodiversity Conservation In UNESCO Biosphere Reserves, Including Riding Mountain Biosphere Reserve themselves, this is a chance to renew partnerships, enhance capacity within the organization, and create more biodiversity outcomes in Canada’s nineteen UNESCO biospheres.”

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There are currently 727 biosphere reserves in 131 countries that belong to the World Network of Biosphere Reserves. There are about 257 million people living in biosphere reserves worldwide. In Canada, over 2.5 million people live in biosphere reserves.

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Buffer zones are the areas surrounding or adjoining the core area(s) that encourage activities compatible with sound ecological practices and can reinforce scientific research, monitoring, training, and education.

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The Government of Canada has committed to conserving 25 percent of lands and inland waters in Canada by 2025, working toward 30 percent of each by 2030. Canada is also committed to working to halt and reverse nature loss by 2030 [in Canada] and to achieve a full recovery for nature by 2050.

– Kate Potter, Executive Director, Canadian Biosphere Reserves Association Quick facts •

Biodiversity encompasses the interconnection between all living things, including human beings, and their relationships with each other.

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Biosphere reserves are internationally designated areas that bring people together with nature in a sustainable and environmentally friendly way. They support the conservation of biodiversity and encourage people to learn about and take stewardship actions for sustainable development.

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Canada’s biosphere reserves are recognized by the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Programme. Each of the biosphere reserves in Canada has a variety of funding sources, including

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Biosphere reserves in Canada

Canada launches Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System to support a clean, green economy (June 8, 2022 Environment and Climate Change Canada News Release) Taking action to reduce

carbon pollution is critical as Canada builds a strong and resilient economy and a cleaner future. Today, the Government of Canada launched Canada’s Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System, a key measure outlined in Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan. The offset system will give municipalities, foresters, farmers, Indigenous communities, and others a market-based incentive to undertake innovative projects that reduce greenhouse gases (GHGs) by preventing emissions and removing GHGs from the atmosphere. Under the new system, registered participants can carry out projects following a federal offset protocol, which sets out a consistent approach for measuring GHG emissions reductions or removals for specific types of projects. These projects can generate one tradeable offset credit for every tonne of emissions they reduce or remove from the atmosphere. Once a credit is earned, it can be sold to others to help them meet their compliance obligations or emissions reduction goals under the carbon pollution pricing system. The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, today launched the first in a developing series of federal offset protocols. Under the new Landfill Methane Recovery and Destruction protocol, municipalities and other landfill operators will be able to generate offset credits for recovering landfill gas from their operations and destroying it or repurposing it into energy with technologies such as flares, boilers, turbines, and engines. Reducing greenhouse gases from

waste (responsible for 7 percent of Canada’s greenhouse gases) is a key component to achieving Canada’s emissions reduction targets. Four additional offset protocols are currently in development for activities such as advanced refrigeration, agriculture, and forest management. Environment and Climate Change Canada has also identified the next round of protocols for development, which will include a protocol for Direct Air Carbon Capture and Sequestration, technologies that directly remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and permanently store it underground. Canada’s Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System is aligned with the Pan-Canadian Greenhouse Gas Offsets Framework and incorporates expertise from across the country. Provinces including Alberta, British Columbia and Quebec have already demonstrated leadership in this area by launching provincial offset credit programs, and by sharing their experiences to help support the design of the federal system. The availability of offset credits is expected to help stimulate innovation and private sector investment in economic activities to reduce emissions, thus keeping Canada competitive in a decarbonizing economy. For more information on Canada’s Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System, eligible activities, and how to submit an application to register an offset project, please visit Canada.ca. Quotes “Establishing a federal carbon offset market is a win-win for the economy and the environment. Starting with landfills, we’re putting in place a market-based mechanism to incentivize

Canada launches Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System to support a clean, green economy businesses and municipalities to invest in the technologies and innovations that cut pollution. Over the coming year, we will roll out more offset protocols for activities in other sectors, such as forestry and agriculture.”

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Federal offset credits can also be used by individuals or organizations for other purposes, including corporate net-zero commitments and GHG emissions reduction goals.

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The Government of Canada will continue to work with provinces and territories that have their own offset systems, as well as other stakeholders, as it expands the array of project activities that are eligible under the system.

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Methane—formed when organic material decomposes—is a greenhouse gas that contributes eighty-six times more to global warming over a twenty-year period than carbon dioxide.

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The offset system has been designed to work with the current carbon pollution pricing system as a way to extend the price signal and incentivize companies to take actions that are above and beyond legal requirements or common practice, and that are not covered by the price on carbon pollution.

– The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change “Agricultural producers are committed to the fight against climate change, and have made significant gains in reducing the GHG emissions intensity of the sector in recent years. We look forward to the development of specific details on how the agriculture sector can benefit under the federal offset credit system. These will allow our farmers to take advantage of new economic opportunities, while helping meet Canada’s emissions reduction goals.” – The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Quick facts •

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The Government of Canada is taking steps to enable Indigenous Peoples to participate in Canada’s Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System. A discussion paper on how best to facilitate Indigenous participation in the Offset System is open for comment until June 30, 2022. Federal offset credits can be used by facilities regulated under the federal Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS) to compensate for emissions that exceed their limit. In this way, an offset credit is a substitute for direct emissions reduction, and helps reduce compliance costs and maintain business competitiveness. To generate credits, offset projects must go beyond common practices and legal requirements, and must not already be

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Modernization of the Migratory Birds Regulations

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Canada Gazette, Part II, Volume 156, Number 12: Migratory Birds Regulations, 2022

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Status update on modernization of Migratory Birds Regulations

Construction Begins on the South Perimeter Highway at Provincial Road (PR) 330 (June 8, 2022 Province of Manitoba News Release)

Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure reports construction activities begin today on Provincial Trunk Highway (PTH) 100, the South Perimeter Highway, at Provincial Road (PR) 330. Work on PTH 100 will require lane closures in both the eastbound and westbound directions. Lane width will be limited to 3.7 metres today and tomorrow. Speeds will be reduced to 60

kilometres an hour in the work zone. Motorists should expect delays. This work is anticipated to be complete by July 15. Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure will update impacts to traffic through the Manitoba 511 information system at www.manitoba511.ca/en/index.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 Transportation Drought Assistance Six Steps for Application

STEP 1

Application deadline:

July 30, 2022 for Livestock Transportation Drought Assistance

Application form and program guide Complete the form as instructed, declare that you meet all the program terms and conditions, and that the information you provide is complete and accurate. The terms and conditions are outlined in the AgriRecovery Drought Assistance for Farmers Program Guidebook. You can access the application form and the program guide by: downloading them at manitoba.ca/agriculture

In-person at your nearest Service Centre (see reverse for locations)

STEP 2

Declaration of eligible breeding animals

STEP 3

Self-haul declaration

STEP 4

calling 1-844-769-6224 to have a copy mailed to you

Extraordinary Expense Declaration

• Complete a Declaration with your first application • Declare the number of eligible breeding animals that will be maintained and overwintered

• Contact the program administrator (email: agaction@gov.mb.ca) if the number of eligible animals changes over time.

If you self-haul feed or livestock, complete the self-haul declaration form and provide invoices for feed purchases or accessing feed as outlined in the guidebook.

If you have extraordinary expenses for renting pasture or cropland, temporary fencing, hauling or pumping water, harvesting feed, or transporting self-produced feed, complete the one-time declaration as outlined in the guidebook.

Note: If your application is successful, you will receive a notification letter and cheque in the mail from the Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation (MASC).

STEP 5

Prepare your application After completing the necessary documents, check the boxes for all declarations on the forms. Ensure that you have included everything needed in your submission:

STEP 6

 application form  invoices for each feed and/or transportation purchase  proof of payment for each invoice (e.g., cleared cheques, bank statement, credit or debit card receipt)

 eligible breeding animal declaration (first application only)  self-haul declaration (only if you self-hauled feed or livestock)  declaration of extraordinary expenses (only one submission allowed)

Submit your application Email documents in step 5 to: agaction@gov.mb.ca

or mail to: Manitoba Agriculture AgriRecovery Drought Assistance 903-401 York Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0P8

Service Centre Contact Information Arborg Box 2000, 317 River Road Arborg MB R0C 0A0 1-833-206-0451 1-833-478-1304 arborg@masc.mb.ca

Headingley 1-5290 Monterey Road Headingley MB R4H 1J9 1-833-206-0465 1-833-478-1307 headingley@masc.mb.ca

Portage la Prairie Unit 400, 50-24th Street NW Portage la Prairie MB R1N 3V7 1-833-206-0470 1-833-478-1312 portagelaprairie@masc.mb.ca

Brandon Unit 100 - 1525 1st Street S Brandon MB R7A 7A1 1-833-206-0455 1-833-478-1305 brandon@masc.mb.ca

Killarney Box 190, 203 South Railway Street Killarney MB R0K 1G0 1-833-206-0466 1-833-478-1309 killarney@masc.mb.ca

Steinbach Unit C – 284 Reimer Avenue Steinbach MB R5G 0R5 1-833-206-0480 1-833-467-1059 steinbach@masc.mb.ca

Dauphin Room 209, 27-2nd Avenue SW Dauphin MB R7N 3E5 1-833-206-0459 1-833-478-1306 dauphin@masc.mb.ca

Morden 536 Stephen Street Morden MB R6M 1T7 1-833-206-0479 1-833-467-1056 morden@masc.mb.ca

Swan River Box 1108, 120-6th Avenue N Swan River MB R0L 1Z0 1-833-206-0476 1-833-478-1315 swanriver@masc.mb.ca

Neepawa Box 1179, 41 Main Street E Neepawa MB R0J 1H0 1-833-206-0469 1-833-478-1310 neepawa@masc.mb.ca

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E-Newsletter dsfsfa An update from MBP June 3, 2022

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FCC ready to work with customers affected by widespread flooding in Manitoba (May 25, 2022 FCC News Release) Farm Credit Canada (FCC)

is prepared to work with Manitoba customers concerned about financial hardship due to the flooding caused by torrential rainfall, snowmelt and waterway ice jams. “Widespread flooding along the Red River, combined with heavy rain that recently blanketed parts of western Manitoba, has not only forced the evacuation of some communities, but has also disrupted some farm operations during this critical planting season,” said Shannon Weatherall, senior vice-president of FCC’s Prairie operations. “We want to assure customers who find themselves financially vulnerable as a result of these circumstances that FCC will work with them to explore all options for addressing any short-term cash flow problems.” It has been an extremely challenging time for many producers across southern Manitoba, since many of the same areas also faced adverse growing conditions last year due to drought or a lack of moisture in some regions that reduced yields and created higher input and feed costs for livestock producers. FCC may consider additional short-term credit options, deferral of principal payments and/or other loan payment schedule amendments to reduce the financial pressures on producers affected by the flooding. FCC will also offer

flexibility and a combination of options based on the individual needs of its customers, since each farm financial situation is unique. “The risk of extreme weather is always top of mind for producers, but there are times when compounding circumstances can overwhelm even the strongest risk management plan,” Weatherall said. “FCC is here to provide the flexibility customers need to make it through these situations and get their businesses back on track.” Customers affected by flooding are encouraged to contact their FCC relationship manager or the FCC Customer Service Centre at 1-888-332-3301 as soon as possible to discuss their individual situation and options. FCC is Canada’s leading agriculture and food lender, with a healthy loan portfolio of more than $44 billion. Our employees are dedicated to the future of Canadian agriculture and food. We provide flexible, competitively priced financing, AgExpert management software, information and knowledge specifically designed for the agriculture and food industry. As a self-sustaining Crown corporation, we provide an appropriate return to our shareholder, and reinvest our profits back into the industry and communities we serve. For more information, visit fcc.ca.

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Emergency Measures Organization 1525 – 405 Broadway, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 3L6 T 204-945-3050 Toll free 1-888-267-8298 F 204-945-4929 www.manitobaemo.ca

Disaster Financial Assistance Virtual Information Webinars Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) will be offering virtual information webinars on the 2022 Spring Flood Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) program. Those with flood related impacts to their private residence, farm, small business or nonprofit organization are encouraged to attend an information session to learn more about the application, screening, inspection, evaluation and payment process. Manitoba EMO will offer a webinar on the following date:

June 8 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The presentation will be approximately 45 minutes with an opportunity for questions and answers at the end of each session. Please note that all webinars have the same information presented. If you would like to attend an information webinar, please email Manitoba EMO at dfa@gov.mb.ca and include in the email your name, municipality and the date you would like to attend. Manitoba EMO will reply with a link to the virtual information webinar. If you have any questions, please contact Manitoba EMO at 204-945-3050 or toll-free at 1-888-267-8298. Our business hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thank you Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization

tuesday, June 28th

Mulvihill AMCP Community Pasture

Pasture Manager: MBP Organizer:

Justin Hogue 204-214-0107 Ray Bittner 204-768-0010

MANITOBA BEEF PRODUCERS

Predation Management 2022 Field Days SPONSORED BY

Manitoba Beef Producers Livestock Predation Prevention Pilot Project TIME:

Manitoba Trappers Association (MTA) Trapper: Randy Sigurdson

10:00 AM to Noon

• Traps, techniques and tips required to remove predators in summer and out of pelt season.

DIRECTIONS:

• What you can do as a land owner to make the trapping process more successful

On PTH #6 go north to Mulvihill. Turn east on Road 133N and go 4.5 km east to Road 28 W, 2.5 km north. GPS 50.9851, -98.1159 SNACKS AND DRINKS WILL BE PROVIDED

MASC Adjustor: TBA • The process of making a successful claim for lost or injured livestock • How to determine what predator is responsible

Problem Predator Removal Program Details • Manitoba supports MTA trappers to come to your farm to remove predators that have caused property loss or risk.

For more information of the Livestock Predation Prevention Project and other Risk Mitigation Practices please visit https://mbbeef.ca/

CONTACT Raymond Bittner, Livestock Predation Lead Manitoba Beef Producers rbittner@mbbeef.ca | 204-768-0010

All livestock producers and trappers are

WELCOME. When predators take a bite out of your livestock,

Local Events Community Pastures

Note: Events are outdoors in field, so bring all-weather clothes.

Tuesday, June 21st

Ethelbert AMCP Community Pasture

Ukraina Corrals

Pasture Manager: Warren Jacobson 204-742-3295 MBP Organizer: Ray Bittner 204-768-0010

TIME:

Manitoba Trappers Association (MTA) Trapper: Gord Hannibal

Thursday, June 23rd pansy Community Pasture

Pasture Manager: MBP Organizer:

Dick Schroeder 204-427-3133 Ray Bittner 204-768-0010

TIME:

Manitoba Trappers Association (MTA) Trapper: Chris Lund

10:00 AM to Noon

• Traps, techniques and tips required to remove predators in summer and out of pelt season.

10:00 AM to Noon

• Traps, techniques and tips required to remove predators in summer and out of pelt season.

DIRECTIONS:

• What you can do as a land owner to make the trapping process more successful

DIRECTIONS:

• What you can do as a land owner to make the trapping process more successful

AMCP Corrals On PR# 273, 5 KM east of Hwy #10, South side OR AMCP Corrals on PR#273, 19km east of HWY #20 South side. GPS 51.4490, -100.2875 SNACKS AND DRINKS WILL BE PROVIDED

MASC Adjustor: TBA • The process of making a successful claim for lost or injured livestock

On Hwy 59 south of St Malo, 1 km south of Rosa Hall, Hall. Turn east on Road 16 N, go 5.5 km, corrals on north side. GPS 49.2370, 96.7473

• How to determine what predator is responsible

Problem Predator Removal Program Details • Manitoba supports MTA trappers to come to your farm to remove predators that have caused property loss or risk.

Livestock Producers attending will be registered to win a

$300 Vet Consultation and Assessment

MASC Adjustor: TBA • The process of making a successful claim for lost or injured livestock • How to determine what predator is responsible

SNACKS AND DRINKS WILL BE PROVIDED

Problem Predator Removal Program Details • Manitoba supports MTA trappers to come to your farm to remove predators that have caused property loss or risk.

Time to Complete the May Session of the Agroclimate Impact Reporter for 2022 Growing Season Help Inform Government of Weather Conditions Affecting Your Farm/Ranch (Information From Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada) The Agroclimate Impact Reporter (AIR)

is a tool to help connect Agriculture and AgriFood Canada (AAFC) with people in Canada's agricultural community. AAFC relies on its network of AIR volunteers to provide information regarding agroclimate impacts on farm operations across the country. The AIR network provides valuable and reliable data that are mapped and used in the assessment and development of policies and programs including AgriRecovery and the Livestock Tax Deferral Provision, which can provide assistance to the industry during extreme weather and climate conditions and events. The AIR network is an ever-growing database of agroclimate impacts, which enables better data analysis to help identify trends and anomalies. The AIR survey is open during the last week of the month April to October and is intended to collect weather and climate impacts on farm operations across Canada. Survey results are made into maps and published on the Drought Watch website the first week of every month during the growing season. AIR offers the public, media, and decision-makers a useful tool with which to support the agricultural industry. Links to the May surveys: English French To view previous Agroclimate Impact maps you can follow this link. Or see some of the other resources that we produce on the Drought Watch home page. If you have any questions or

comments about the survey, please do not hesitate to let us know by emailing aafc.droughtwatchguetterlasecheresse.aac@canada.ca. We will get back to you within two business days. Join the Network If you have not already joined the Network, to subscribe to the AIR email list, please send a blank email to aafc.droughtwatchguetterlasecheresse.aac@agr.gc.ca. Submit Impacts Survey responses inform scientists about conditions in a particular area, but once responses are compiled into a map, scientists have a better picture of conditions across Canada. The information provided by these monthly surveys can then be used to identify developing agroclimate trends as well as visualize the extent of agroclimate impacts to the sector. Other ways to complete the AIR survey: By phone Email aafc.droughtwatchguetterlasecheresse.aac@agr.gc.ca with your contact information and NAIS will call you to complete the report survey over the phone. By email Download an accessible PDF version of the AIR survey of the survey and email your response to aafc.droughtwatchguetterlasecheresse.aac@agr.gc.ca using the email button at the bottom of the form. https://agriculture.canada.ca/en/agriculture-andenvironment/drought-watch-andagroclimate/agroclimate-impact-reporter

Government of Canada invests in strengthening diversity in Canadian agriculture (May 31, 2022, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada news release)

Diversity and inclusion are integral to creating an economy that works for everyone. Today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced an investment of up to $734,806 to help five organizations increase the participation of under-represented groups in the Canadian agriculture and agri-food industry.

to address systemic barriers facing women trying to succeed in agriculture, local initiatives to empower Indigenous peoples to create business opportunities through traditional food and medicine, and national research to address gaps in mental health support for underrepresented groups working in agriculture.

With funding under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership’s AgriDiversity Program, the organizations will identify barriers and address issues to help more people from diverse backgrounds enter the industry and pursue careers as agricultural entrepreneurs.

The Government of Canada strongly believes that for the Canadian economy to reach its potential, everyone must have the opportunity to fully contribute. It is essential that Canadians in every region of the country see themselves reflected in the agriculture sector. Canada’s diverse population is a source of strength, and helps to make the sector more competitive and prosperous.

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The Fédération des Agricultrices du Québec will receive up to $315,301

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The Native Women’s Association of Canada will receive up to $136,954

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Indigenous Works will receive up to $123,406

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The Canadian Federation of Agriculture will receive up to $82,389

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The Do More Agriculture Foundation will receive up to $76,756

The projects being undertaken by these organizations will open doors for Canadians of diverse backgrounds, creating new opportunities in Canada’s agriculture and agrifood industry. The organizations will also help raise awareness in the sector of the barriers to starting and growing an agriculture or agri-food business. The work includes a national project

“Companies and organizations are most successful when they bring together skilled and talented people from different genders, generations, and cultures. The agriculture sector has everything to gain from growing its diversity at a time when career and business opportunities are multiplying, from the farm to the laboratory, and through new technologies.” - The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food “This funding will allow us to promote our Dimension E Program across Canada, develop new business partnerships and offer concrete services to French-speaking women farmers living outside Quebec and to English-speaking clients in our province. This project will strengthen the entrepreneurial capacities of 270 women farmers through training and professional workshops. These activities are perfectly aligned with our new organizational

Government of Canada invests in strengthening diversity in Canadian agriculture mission, which is to provide women working in agriculture and forestry with a network dedicated to the development of their full potential.” - Jeannine Messier, President, Fedération des Agricultrices du Québec “The Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC) is pleased to receive this funding. We are committed to empowering Métis, Inuit, and First Nations women, girls, two-spirit, transgender, and gender-diverse people to grow traditional food and medicine and this funding will help enable us to do that. NWAC is installing a rooftop greenhouse at its Gatineau location in order to explore urban horticultural possibilities. The produce we grow is used in the building’s state-of-the-art kitchen to make Indigenousbased meals for patrons, adding a new kind of cuisine to Gatineau’s urban culinary experience. As well, NWAC has two satellite rural growing areas that provide smart growth strategies for food security in small Indigenous towns and rural communities alike.” - Lynne Groulx, Chief Executive Officer, Native Women’s Association of Canada “The Indigenous Agriculture and Agrifood Sector holds so much promise for Indigenous people and communities, both for employment and business development. This project, to identify gaps, challenges and opportunities for Indigenous peoples and organizations participating in the agriculture and agri-food industry, comes at a time when issues pertaining to Indigenous food security and food sovereignty are paramount. Innovation will be important for the development of the sector.”

- Kelly J. Lendsay, President and CEO, Indigenous Works “The Canadian Federation of Agriculture is pleased to receive this funding to support our Engaging and Advancing Women in Agriculture project, which will help provide farm organizations across Canada with a framework to help systematically address the barriers women face in getting involved in agriculture and also to celebrate those women who have become leaders in our sector. I believe any person with an interest in a career in agriculture should be openly encouraged and welcomed to contribute to this industry that embodies so much potential and opportunity.” - Mary Robinson, President, Canadian Federation of Agriculture “We are very thankful for Minister Bibeau’s commitment to mental health in agriculture and are very excited to be moving forward with our research project through the AgriDiversity Program. While the needle has started to move in regards to talking about and supporting mental health in agriculture, we haven’t specifically looked into what support exists for minority groups within the industry. This research project will identify existing gaps in support and create collaborative next steps for how we, as an industry, move forward.” - Megz Reynolds, Executive Director, the Do More Agriculture Foundation Quick facts •

The AgriDiversity Program is a five year, $5million program under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership which helps underrepresented groups in Canadian agriculture, including youth, women, Indigenous

Government of Canada invests in strengthening diversity in Canadian agriculture Peoples, and persons with disabilities, to fully participate in the sector by helping these groups address the key issues and barriers they often face for sector participation. To date, $3.7 million has been approved for 20 projects. •

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The Canadian Agricultural Partnership is a five-year, $3-billion investment by federal, provincial and territorial governments to strengthen the agriculture and agri-food sector. In 2020, Canada’s farmers generated farm market receipts of $68.7 billion and the country’s food and processing sales totaled $122.1 billion. The sectors employ over 550,000 people.

Related products •

Backgrounder: Strengthening diversity in Canadian agriculture

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AgriDiversity Program

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Fédération des Agricultrices du Québec (in French only)

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Native Women’s Association of Canada

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Canadian Federation of Agriculture

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Indigenous Works

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The Do More Agriculture Foundation

Construction Begins on the South Perimeter Highway at St. Mary's Road

(May 30, 2022 Province of Manitoba News Release)

Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure reports construction activities will begin May 30 on Provincial Trunk Highway (PTH) 100, the South Perimeter Highway, at Provincial Road (PR) 200, St. Mary’s Road. Work on PTH 100 will require lane closures in both the eastbound and westbound directions for median work. Speeds will be reduced to 60

kilometres an hour in the work zone. There will be no impact on PR 200 or intersections at this time. This work is anticipated to be complete by the end of June. Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure will update impacts to traffic through the Manitoba 511 information system at www.manitoba511.ca/en/index.html.

Manitoba government introduces legislation to allow larger increases to provincial minimum wage Changes to Employment Standards Code Would Bring Affordability for More Manitobans: Helwer (May 30, 2022 Province of Manitoba news release)

The Manitoba government is introducing legislation that would allow larger increases to the provincial minimum wage, given current uncertain and challenging global economic conditions as employees and employers struggle to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, Labour, Consumer Protection and Government Services Minister Reg Helwer announced today. “Our government is committed to making life more affordable for Manitobans,” said Helwer. “This legislation would make critical changes to the Employment Standards Code to permit larger increases to the provincial minimum wage under certain economic conditions.” Bill 44, the Employment Standards Code amendment act (minimum wage), would allow cabinet to mandate a larger increase to the minimum wage when inflation in Manitoba, as measured by the Consumer Price Index, exceeds five per cent in the first quarter of a calendar year. Under current regulations of the Employment Standards Code, Manitoba’s minimum hourly wage is set to increase by 40 cents to $12.35 on Oct. 1. The proposed legislation would allow cabinet to authorize a larger increase. Any

increases authorized would continue to come into effect on or after Oct. 1. Currently, the Employment Standards Code regulates increases to Manitoba’s minimum wage rate. Annual increases are indexed to inflation as measured by the Consumer Price Index. Each year on Oct. 1, the minimum wage is adjusted in proportion to the change in the previous year’s inflation. While this approach to tying predictable increases to inflation works well under more normal economic conditions, the minister noted the government requires flexibility under extraordinary economic conditions to consider additional adjustments. “This change would provide much-needed support to hard-working Manitobans who have been burdened by soaring cost-of-living increases,” said Helwer. “Manitobans have worked tirelessly throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and this legislation would relieve some of the financial strain they are experiencing due to rising food and fuel prices.” This legislative amendment strikes an appropriate and workable balance for employers and employees in Manitoba who continue to struggle to recover from the challenging economic conditions brought about by the pandemic, the minister added.

Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan invest in research on carbon sequestration in pasture and forage lands (May 30, 2022 - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada news release)

Today, Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Marie-Claude Bibeau and Saskatchewan Minister of Agriculture David Marit announced $3.2 million in funding for research on carbon sequestration in perennial forage and pastures. The funding was approved under the Strategic Research Initiative (SRI) which advances research to address complex challenges faced by the agriculture and agri-food sectors. The project, jointly undertaken by Dr. Angela Bedard-Haughn of the University of Saskatchewan and Dr. Cameron Carlyle of the University of Alberta over the next five years, will examine soil carbon stocks in perennial forage systems across Saskatchewan, and investigate the link between producer management practices and carbon stores to identify practices that promote carbon sequestration. One of the outcomes of the project will be maps providing an accurate estimate of carbon in Saskatchewan’s pasture and rangelands. The application included 11 letters of support from different industry organizations, which reflects the importance of this work to the provincial agriculture sector, and the project is co-funded by the Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association which contributed $100,000 to the total amount and a $25,000 in-kind commitment. Quotes “Carbon sequestration is important to help mitigate the effects of climate change. This research will improve our understanding of the

best practices for managing our grazing systems, and ensure producers will be well positioned to further contribute to the sector’s long-term sustainability.” - The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food “Our agriculture industry is grounded in best practices, and this project will add to it by confirming how we can mitigate climate change by managing our grazing systems. This is the kind of ag-related research we continually encourage and prioritize in Saskatchewan to keep our producers competitive, sustainable and working toward a future we can count on.” - David Marit, Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister "The carbon economy must be built on a credible foundation. Despite a lot of activity, there still needs to be this baseline building on hay and grassland. This should help cattle producers credibly participate in whatever the carbon opportunity is. Meanwhile cattle producers will continue managing their land for productivity along with the biodiversity and carbon sequestration that are intrinsic to grazing cattle.” - Arnold Balicki, Chair, Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association “Creative, collaborative and co-operative research is how our institution strives to deliver long-term benefits and resources for Saskatchewan’s agriculture sectors. This project will contribute significantly to our understanding of a complex issue. A better understanding leads to better decision making and practices within the industry. Ultimately, that is the kind of discovery the world needs.”

Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan invest in research on carbon sequestration in pasture and forage lands - Baljit Singh, Vice-President of Research, University of Saskatchewan

programs that are designed and delivered by provinces and territories, including a $388-million investment in strategic initiatives for Saskatchewan agriculture.

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The SRI is funded through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership, a five-year, $3 billion investment by federal, provincial and territorial governments that supports Canada's agriculture, agri-food and agri-products sectors. This includes a $2-billion commitment that is costshared 60 per cent federally and 40 per cent provincially/territorially for

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Manitoba Youth Beef Round Up www.mbyouthbeefroundup.weebly.com

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WHO:

Any young cattle producers under the age of 25 years of age as of January 1, 2022. Whether you are a commercial, purebred, 4-H or new Junior, you are all welcome to attend.

WHAT: Manitoba Youth Beef Round Up All Breeds Junior Cattle Weekend

WHERE: Beautiful Plains Ag Society, Neepawa, Manitoba

WHEN: **New Dates** Saturday to Monday, July 30th to August 1st, 2022

WHY: To bring juniors of all ages, breeds and locations together for a fun, educational weekend for cattle and non cattle events.

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SATURDAY, JULY 30, 2022 8:00-11:30 AM Arrival of Cattle 1:00-1:30 PM Registration Workshop (Cattle Handling & Artificial Insemination) 1:30-4:30 PM 4:30 PM Chores 5:00 PM Supper 6:00 PM Ag Challenge SUNDAY, JULY 31, 2022 8:00-9:00 AM Breakfast & Cattle In Barns 9:00AM-12:00PM Judging Workshop & Competition, Nutrition Workshop 12:00-1:00 PM Lunch 1:00-2:00 PM Team Grooming 2:00-4:30 PM Team Judging, PeeWee & Junior Hands On Workshop 4:30 PM Chores 6:00 PM Cook Off 7:30 PM Slip & Slide and Games MONDAY, AUGUST 1, 2022 8:00-9:00 AM Breakfast & Cattle In Barns 10:00AM-12:00PM Showmanship 12:00-1:00 PM Lunch & Group Photo 1:00-5:00 PM Confirmation Classes & Parade of Champions 5:00 PM Supper & Awards Ceremony

ru le s 1. Manitoba Youth Beef Round-Up is open to all Canadian Juniors under the age of 25 as of January 1, 2022. 2. Entry fees are $60 per person plus $35 per conformation class. The $60 flat fee includes entry to all competitions (excluding conformation), show clothing and scheduled meals. Compulsory events are judging class with oral reasons, team grooming, cook off and Round Up Ag Challange. 3. 2022 calves are eligible to be entered in cow calf pair and calf classes. Entry fee for a cow calf pair is $55. All cattle must be halter broke and manageable or will be asked to leave. CCIA tags are required. Limit of 2 entries per participant per class. 4. A junior who does not have cattle may use another participants animal in showmanship. 5. AS THIS IS A JUNIOR EVENT, ALL ENTRIES MUST BE SHOWN AND LOOKED AFTER BY THE JUNIORS. ABSOLUTELY NO ADULT or non-entrant participation will be tolerated. Pee Wees may be assisted by a parent or guardian for safety reasons only. Mentors will be around to provide help for the participants and answer any questions. 6. Alcohol and drugs are prohibited in the barns and at the Roundup functions for the duration of the show. 7. Tampering with and any unethical fitting is prohibited. 8. Show apparel is to be worn for all the showmanship and conformation classes.

FOCUS ON JUDGING • • • •

Judging of beef cattle and other species Filling out judging cards Giving oral reasons Team Judigng

AGRIBITION JUDGING TEAM REQUIREMENTS • Ages 17-21 as of January 1, 2022 • Further rules to come

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COOK OFF - THE ULTIMATE STEAK - Compulsory Event

• Juniors will judge a class of four animals. • One of the team members will act as the ring person and the other one will act as the judge. • The participant acting as the judge must give oral reasons over the microphone in front of the audience. • All other teams must be out of the judging area and unable to hear the reasons. • Part of the selection for the Agribition Judging Team will be your participation in the Team Judging Event. • Please dress professional as a judge at a show would dress SCORE: 55% teamwork ability; 20% clarity of reasons; 20% logic of reasons 5% appearance.

• Team event, teams will be announced at Round-Up. • Teams will be provided with two steaks, barbecue and theme • Participants are encouraged to bring their own utensils and ingredients for marinades and garnishes and to provide a recipe to the judges. • Costumes are encouraged. • Participants are encouraged to add fixings to the steak and add one side dish and dessert. • 2022 THEME - Ranch Branding SCORE: 50% taste; 25% appearance; 15% presentation and 10% creativity.

TEAM GROOMING -

Compulsory Event

• Teams have 15 minutes to groom with power. • Animals must have no fitting prior to competition. • Once at the chute area you are not allowed to leave so bring all the equipment with you. SCORE 35% knowledge and skill; 25% teamwork; 20% use of equipme:nt; 15% final appearance; 5% presentation of animal.

STALL CARD • Pee Wees & Juniors create a stall card to be displayed with their animals in the stalls. • Stall cards must be made Saturday at Round-Up only SCORE: 35% clarity; 35% originality and 30% neatness

PHOTOGRAPHY • The photo must be taken by the junior exhibiting it and cannot be digitally enhanced and must be taken within the last year & dated • Photographs must be 4”x 6”, No Frame, Must be of listed theme • Please put name and age category on the back. SCORE: 40% clarity; 35% quality and 25% originality

ART • All work must be done at home by the junior in the last year & dated • Art cannot contain photos and should not be larger than 9”x14”. • You can use (pencil, paint, clay, wood, etc.). • All art is judged in the same category. One entry per person. • Please put name and age category on the back. SCORE: 40% originality; 40% creativity and 20% skill/quality.

GRAPHIC DESIGN • All work must be done at home by the junior created using computer technology. • The graphic design must be promoting a breed, industry or an individual herd. • 2022 THEME - Help us Celebrate 15 Years of Round Up • Please put name and age category on the back. SCORE: 30% creativity; 30% originality; 30% clear and concise message; 10% organization

SCRAPBOOK • Include photographs, newspaper and magazine clippings, for the 2021-2022 year. No Record Books. • Scrapbooks must be done by the junior exhibiting. • The scrapbook is to encourage junior members to record different cattle functions they have attended over the past years. • Scrapbooks should have a theme and begin with a title page, table of contents and numbered pages. SCORE: 25% cover; 25% creativity; 25% originality; 25% neatness and organization.

GROUP HERDSMAN COMPETITION • The purpose of this contest is to encourage cooperation, fellowship and teamwork among juniors in developing and maintaining a display of cattle and stall area. The competition begins on Saturday morning and ends after the confirmation classes. SCORE: 25% aisle and bedding, cleanliness and appearance; 25% animals, cleanliness and well groomed; 25% personnel attending cattle, knowledgeable, friendly and teamwork; 25% equipment, boxes, signs, well arranged and general appearance.

GRAND AGGREGATE • One participant from each division will be selected. SCORE: 1 point for every animal you bring, no matter where they place. All other non cattle classes will be scored 10 points for first place and down. Ex: 1st - 10pts, 2nd - 9 pts, 3rd - 8pts, etc. The grand aggregate competition encourages all juniors to participate in all the events.

YOUNG HANDLERS • Members will be judged throughout the day on Monday during the comfirmation classes on their showing ability. The individual that shows team work, sportmanship and developed showmanship skills will be awarded the Young Handlers Award.

DIGGER AWARD • The Digger Award will be awarded to the individual that is continuously working hard, helping others and overall having a good time throughout the weekend. This will be judged by the Round-Up Committee.

EMAIL ENTRIES TO:

ANIMAL NAME

ANIMAL D.O.B.

YOUTH

ADULT

ENTRIES DUE JULY 1ST, 2022

ANIMAL TATTOO

ANIMAL REG #

Please complete all information on entry form. 4-H Cattle will show in breed or commerical classes & parade on Monday night. SIRE NAME DAM NAME REG # REG #

Please circle one size and either youth or adult

2XL

C/O Dalyse Robertson Box 2458 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0

MB Youth Beef Roundup

MAIL ENTRIES TO:

Heifer Calf Female born in 2021 Female born in 2020 w/ nat calf at foot Female born in 2019 or earlier w/ nat calf at foot Bull Calf Fat Steer Showmanship (age groups)

Champion 4H Entry: $35 $________ Registration Fee: $60/participant $________ Cattle Fees: $35/class $________ Cow/Calf Fees: $55/pair $________ Adult Full Weekend Meal Fees $________ Extra Meal Fees $________ Late Fees: $20/person after July 1st $________ Round Up Hoodie: $40/hoodie $________ Total Fees: $________

Make cheques payable to Manitoba Youth Beef Round-Up or etransfer to mbyouthbeefroundup@gmail.com

Judging Team Grooming Cook Off Round Up AgriChallange Breed Quizzes for Simmental Exhibitors Workshops & Demonstrations

Adults full weekend of meals $125 ___ (Includes 2 Breakfast, 2 lunch and 3 supper) Sunday & Monday Breakfast $15 # of adults/guests (excluding junior) ___ Sunday & Monday Lunch $20 # of adults/guests (excluding junior) ___ Saturday Night Supper $20 # of adults/guests (excluding junior) ___ Sunday Night Steak Supper $25 # of adults/guests (excluding junior) ___ Monday Night Supper $25 # of adults/guests (excluding junior) ___

Meals:

Parent/Guardian Signature:______________________________________

Camping is also available onsite at the fair grounds for a nominal fee. Based on a first come first serve basis.

Accommodations: Bay Hill Inn & Suites - 1-888-476-8802 - Westway Inn - 1-800-448-0994 - Block of rooms held until June 30th.

Participant Signature:_________________________________

Waiver Claim: I hereby release the Manitoba Youth Beef Round-Up, their organizers, officials, volunteers, as well as the Beautiful Plains Ag Society in case of a loss of or damage property or injury. All forms must be signed.

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Compulsory Classes:

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Cattle Classes:

If you are showing purebred animals, you must be a member in your respective breed association we require 8 head in each breed or you will show in the mixed breed class.

Breeds: (If animal doesn’t have a registration number please list as a CO) A: Angus, CH: Charolais, H: Hereford, L:Limousin, S: Simmental, M: Mixed Breeds (Purebred breeds not listed); CO: Commercial, G: Gelbvieh; SH : Shorthorn

CLASS BREED #

Please complete all information below!

Show Apparel Size:

Full Address:______________________________________________________________________ Phone: __________________________ Email: __________________________________________

Age Groups (as of Jan 1, 2022): PW: 8 and Under; JR 9-12; INT: 13-16; SR: 17-25

Participant Name:__________________________________________________________________ mbyouthbeefroundup@gmail.com Birth Date:_______/_______/_______(DMY) Age Division:_________