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Canadian Beef Producers Call on Federal Government to Stand Up for Industry in Mercosur Negotiations
Ottawa, ON — As Canada approaches the final round of Mercosur trade negotiations, Canada’s beef producers are sending a clear and united message to the federal government: do not sacrifice Canadian beef in a rushed trade deal. The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) and the National Cattle Feeders’ Association (NCFA), together representing all beef producers in […]
May 6, 2026
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Canadian Beef Producers Concerned with the Government’s Direction in Spring Economic Update
Calgary, AB — The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is deeply concerned with the Federal Government’s approach to food security and trade diversification in the Spring Economic update. While there was recognition of the challenges the agriculture industry faces, including higher input costs, weather and market disruptions, the government’s emphasis to conclude negotiations with Mercosur as soon […]
April 30, 2026
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Draft Beef Cattle Code of Practice Released for Public Comment
The National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC) and Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) are pleased to announce the launch of the public comment period for the draft Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Beef Cattle. The public comment period allows stakeholders—including producers, consumers, and others with an interest in the welfare of beef […]
April 13, 2026
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CCA Statement on Advance Payments Program (APP) Interest-Free Limit Increase to $250,000
The Canadian Cattle Association welcomes the federal government’s announcement to maintain the interest-free portion of the Advance Payments Program (APP) at $250,000 for the 2026 program year, for all non-canola advances. Ongoing market volatility has heightened the risks producers face when marketing their products. The APP has a long history of providing flexibility to producers […]
April 1, 2026
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Joint Statement on the Emergency Registration of Strychnine
The Canadian Cattle Association, Alberta Beef Producers, and Saskatchewan Cattle Association welcome the decision by the Government of Canada to allow an Emergency Registration to Alberta and Saskatchewan to register Strychnine until November 2027. With no viable alternatives, beef producers in Alberta and Saskatchewan need Strychnine to manage Richardson Ground Squirrels, which are highly destructive […]
March 31, 2026
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CCA Statement on Proposed Federal Livestock Traceability Regulations
After extensive producer engagement and input from provincial beef organizations, the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) does not support proceeding with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) currently proposed amendments to Part XV of the Health of Animals Regulations (Identification and Traceability). The CCA supports livestock traceability as a core pillar of disease preparedness, market access […]
March 30, 2026
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Canadian Cattle Young Leaders recognizes 2025–2026 program mentors
Calgary, AB — Canadian Cattle Young Leaders is pleased to announce this program year’s industry-leading mentors who are kindly investing their expertise and time to offer guidance to the next generation of the Canadian beef industry. Each year, the Canadian Cattle Young Leaders (CYL) Program selects 16 participants ages 18–35 from across the country and offers […]
March 17, 2026
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Canadian Cattle Association Statement on Changes to AgriStability
“The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) welcomes the federal government’s announcement that pasture‑related feed costs will be recognized as allowable expenses under AgriStability beginning in the 2026 program year. This announcement confirms the commitments announced by the Minister last fall. “This improvement will make AgriStability more responsive for cattle producers who utilize rented pastureland. CCA will […]
February 25, 2026
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Canadian Beef Industry Statement on AAFC Research Cuts
The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) and the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) are concerned about Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) reductions affecting research farms, facilities, programs and research expertise at Nappan (Nova Scotia), Quebec City (Quebec) and Lacombe (Alberta). We recognize the fiscal pressures facing the federal government; however, the cuts will have far-reaching impacts […]
February 3, 2026
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Beef Producers Welcome Renewed Market Access into China
The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) welcomes the news that Canadian beef access to China has been restored after being wrongfully shut out in 2021. We will continue to work with government officials and industry stakeholders to learn more details, including potential safeguard measures. In addition, CCA was encouraged to see Prime Minister Carney placing a […]
January 19, 2026
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