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Questions and Answers: Bovine TB investigation
Posted By: CFIA Dec 13, 2016

Questions and Answers: Bovine Tuberculosis investigation – Southeast Alberta and Southwest Saskatchewan
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TB investigation – Southeast AB and Southwest SK
Posted By: CFIA Nov 22, 2016

In late September, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) notified the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) that a case of Bovine TB had been detected in a cow from Alberta when it was slaughtered in the United States. The CFIA has initiated an investigation into the case and is working with provincial agriculture and health authorities.
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Financial support for producers affected TB
Posted By: AFSC Nov 08, 2016

Bovine tuberculosis (TB) was detected in a cow that originated in southern Alberta. For producers affected by the CFIA investigation and quarantines, there is an existing suite of financial programs that may provide support.
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Canadian beef industry ‘Puts It Together…’
Posted By: CBIC Aug 12, 2016

The rising momentum toward a fresh era of national connectivity, teamwork and success for Canada’s beef industry took a major step forward with the successful delivery of a sold-out, progress packed inaugural Canadian Beef Industry Conference, August 9 – 11 in Calgary.
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Ranchers applaud Earls president's apology
Posted By: Calgary Sun Aug 11, 2016

The president of Earls restaurant chain is apologizing to Canadian beef ranchers, taking to the stage at an industry conference in Calgary to disavow the company’s “dumb” strategy last spring to only buy beef raised in the United States.
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VIDEO: Livestock ID group eyes new technology
Posted By: Ag Week Jul 26, 2016

FARGO, N.D. — New technology is likely to help prevent cattle theft in coming years, speakers at a recent event said. The International Livestock Identification Association held its annual conference July 17 to 20 in Fargo, N.D., hosted by the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association.
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At branding time, a tradition continues
Posted By: Leah Hennel Jul 12, 2016

As our city celebrates its western heritage at the Calgary Stampede, Postmedia photographers and videographers are taking a look at life behind the scenes of the modern west, where the cowboy way is still alive and well in southern Alberta.
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Cattle identification: Branding is back
Posted By: Debbie Furber May 20, 2016

Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia are the only provinces in Canada with cattle brand registries and associated brand inspection services, all of which have reported a surge in new brand registrations with the rising prices for cattle last year.
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Earls backtracking on move away from Canadian beef
Posted By: Calgary Herald May 04, 2016

After taking a lashing on social media, restaurant chain Earls announced Wednesday it will bring Canadian beef back to its eateries.
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Notice to Producers re levy increase
Posted By: Adrienne Waller Sep 30, 2014

Under section 69 of the Livestock Identification and Commerce Act the Livestock Assurance Funds Tribunal (the Tribunal) is required to conduct an annual review to determine if the levies charged are appropriate, considering past and anticipated future claims on the assurance funds.
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LIS Appoints General Manager
Posted By: Phil Rowland Aug 21, 2014

Livestock Identification Services Ltd (LIS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Shawn McLean as General Manager of LIS effective August 21, 2014. With the appointment of a General Manager,
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Alberta Registers its 50,000th Lifetime Brand
Posted By: Cam Camden May 31, 2013

Livestock Identification Services Ltd. (LIS) is proud to announce that it has registered its 50,000th livestock brand.
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Alberta applauds World Trade Organization
Posted By: Alberta Government Nov 18, 2011

Alberta applauds World Trade Organization ruling on U.S. Country of Origin Labeling. WTO decision will benefit Alberta's livestock and meat industry
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Improved livestock identification and tracking
Posted By: ALMA Sep 15, 2011

devices will benefit livestock industry Edmonton... The livestock industry may have a new tool to help with the accuracy, environmental and financial challenges of tracking cattle.
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Pillars of Biosecurity
Posted By: ARD Jul 25, 2011

Many livestock industries have developed or are in the process of developing industry specific biosecurity practices. All are based on three main pillars: managing access to farms; animal health management; managing day-to-day production.
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Technical Agreement with South Korea
Posted By: Canadian Cattlemen's Association Jul 04, 2011

It's been a week since Canada announced the science-based technical agreement with South Korea toward restoring market access for Canadian beef.
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Government and industry reach agreement
Posted By: David Moss Oct 29, 2010

Government and industry reach agreement on livestock traceability principles. Guiding principles provide foundation for traceability in Alberta.
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Import of Restricted Feeder Cattle From the US
Posted By: David Moss Oct 29, 2010

Import of Restricted Feeder Cattle From the United States to a Terminal Feedlot
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CFIA Import Policies - Live Animal
Posted By: David Moss Oct 15, 2010

CFIA Import Policies - Live Animal
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