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October 18, 2021
Les producteurs de boeuf canadiens encouragés par l'intérêt croissant pour le PTPGP
Calgary, AB – Les producteurs de boeuf canadiens sont encouragés par le récent intérêt pour l'expansion du commerce par le biais du PTPGP. Depuis l'entrée en vigueur du PTPGP le 30 décembre 2018, les exportations de boeuf canadien ont augmenté de 37 % en volume et de 35 % en valeur (2020 par rapport à 2018). De janvier à août 2021, les exportations continuent d'augmenter vers les pays du PTPCP et sont en hausse de 60 % en volume et de 66 % en valeur.
October 18, 2021
Canadian beef producers encouraged with expanding interest in CPTPP
Calgary, AB – Canadian beef producers are encouraged with the latest interest in trade expansion through the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Since CPTPP came into effect on December 30, 2018, Canadian beef exports have increased 37 per cent in volume and 35 per cent in value (2020 vs. 2018). From January to August 2021, exports continue to rise to CPTPP countries and are up 60 per cent in volume and 66 per cent in value.
October 18, 2021
New interactive learning resource to bring Guardians of the Grasslands to Canadian students
AITC-C launches Guardians of the Grasslands in the Classroom
Headingley, MB – Agriculture in the Classroom Canada (AITC-C), along with its 10 provincial members, is excited to launch a teaching guide with interactive resources for Guardians of the Grasslands, a documentary that explores the role that cattle play in the survival of Canada’s vanishing grasslands ecosystem.
Through a funding partnership with the Canadian Cattlemen’s Foundation (CCF), Guardians of the Grasslands in the Classroom complements the 12-minute documentary through viewing and reflection questions, an online scavenger hunt, and a student-developed board game based on their investigative research.
September 22, 2021
Les dirigeants Canadiens de la production agroalimentaire s’unissent pour célébrer les réalisations et s’engager à continuer de faire progresser la production d’aliments sûrs, durables et nutritifs à l’approche du SNUSA
Ottawa, ON - Le Sommet des Nations Unies sur les systèmes alimentaires (SNUSA) qui aura lieu le 23 septembre 2021 est un dialogue crucial pour les gens du monde entier afin d'assurer l'avenir des systèmes alimentaires durables et la réalisation des objectifs de développement durable. Les signataires de cette déclaration, les agriculteurs, les éleveurs, les fournisseurs d'intrants et les producteurs d'aliments et de boissons canadiens, jouent un rôle important pour façonner l'avenir de nos systèmes alimentaires nationaux et mondiaux et faire progresser les objectifs mondiaux.
September 22, 2021
Canadian agri-food production leaders unite to celebrate achievements and commit to continue to advance Canada’s leadership role in the production of safe, sustainable and nutritious food ahead of the United Nations Food Systems Summit
Ottawa, ON - The United Nations Food Systems Summit (UNFSS) taking place on September 23, 2021 is a critical dialogue for people around the world to ensure the future of sustainable food systems and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. The signatories to this statement, Canadian farmers, ranchers, input providers and food and beverage producers, play an important role in shaping the future of our national and global food systems and advancing global goals.
September 7, 2021
Cattlemen’s Young Leaders (CYL) Mentorship Program announces 2021 finalists
Calgary, AB – The Cattlemen’s Young Leaders (CYL) Mentorship Program, a national youth initiative of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA), is pleased to announce the 16 finalists for the 2021-2022 program year. The final selection took place through a virtual competition held on August 30, 2021 where 23 impressive semi-finalists from across Canada competed for a spot in the CYL Program through judged discussions. The finalists will be awarded a $2,000 travel budget and be paired with a hand-picked industry leader for a nine-month mentorship in their specific area of interest.
September 1, 2021
Annonce du bénéficiaire du PIE pour 2021 : Ferme familiale Manning – Maritimes
Calgary (Alberta) – L’Association canadienne des éleveurs de bovins (ACEB) est heureuse d’annoncer que la Ferme familiale Manning, située à Falmouth, en Nouvelle-Écosse, recevra le Prix de l’intendance environnementale (PIE) pour 2021.
La ferme appartient et est exploitée par Dean et Catherine Manning. Ils ont quitté leur carrière hors ferme il y a environ 25 ans pour retourner à la ferme familiale de deuxième génération où Dean a été élevé.
September 1, 2021
2021 TESA recipient announced: Manning Family Farm – Maritimes
Calgary, AB - The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) is pleased to announce the Manning Family Farm, in Falmouth, Nova Scotia, as the recipient of The Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA) for 2021.
The farm is owned and operated by Dean and Catherine Manning. They left their off-farm careers about 25 years ago to return to the second-generation family farm where Dean was raised. They've carried on and expanded the conservation practices that Dean's parents, Malcolm and Gail, put in place, creating an efficient and profitable mixed farming operation that works very much in harmony with the environment.
