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Government of Canada fails to meet Canadian beef industry needs with CPTPP accession deal
Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is disappointed the Government of Canada announced yesterday that Canada has reached a market access agreement that will form the basis for the United Kingdom (UK) to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) without achieving viable access for Canadian beef to the UK. […]
March 31, 2023
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Canadian Cattle Association welcomes Budget 2023 investment in animal health emergency preparedness
Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) welcomes today’s announcement by Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland of the proposed creation of a Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccine bank with an investment of $57.5 million over five years to develop emergency response plans and establish the vaccine bank. With the threat […]
March 28, 2023
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Canadian cattle producers welcome increased beef access into Japan
Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is pleased to see the full restoration of market access into Japan with the Government of Canada announcing today the opening of processed beef into this important market. In 2022, the beef industry exported C$518 million in beef and beef products, an increase of 18.4 per cent […]
March 27, 2023
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CCA elects new leadership team, sets course for the coming year
Ottawa, ON – Last week saw the election of a new leadership team, essential discussions on important issues to Canadian cattle producers, and the setting of priorities for the coming year at the 2023 Canadian Cattle Association’s (CCA) annual general meeting (AGM). Nathan Phinney and Tyler Fulton were acclaimed President and Vice-President, respectively for 2023-24. […]
March 27, 2023
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Industry Partners Announce the Completion of Wholesale Beef Reporting Feasibility Assessment
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP), Alberta Cattle Feeders Association (ACFA), and the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) are pleased to announce the completion of a feasibility assessment of wholesale beef price reporting as Part B of the Alberta Beef Competitiveness Study. The report was prepared for ABP by Lee Schulz, an associate professor in the Department of […]
March 14, 2023
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Industry Partners Announce the Completion of Report on Resiliency in Alberta’s Beef Processing Industry
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP), Alberta Cattle Feeders Association (ACFA), and the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) are pleased to announce the completion of a resiliency report for Alberta’s meat processing sector as Part A of the Alberta Beef Competitiveness Study. “Building Resiliency in Alberta’s Beef Processing Industry,” inspired by growing interest in diversifying and building capacity […]
March 14, 2023
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Collaboration is key in conserving and enhancing biodiversity on lands managed by beef producers
Calgary, AB – As the global policy conversations come to a close at COP15, the important connection between raising cattle in Canada and collaboration between industry, government and conservation partners, were underscored as critical elements to protecting nature and enhancing biodiversity. Together with our conservation partners, the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) and the Canadian Roundtable […]
December 21, 2022
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Canadian cattle producers mourn the loss of Reg Schellenberg
*Updated on December 5, 2022 Calgary, AB – It is with tremendous sorrow that the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) shares the news of the sudden passing of our President, Reg Schellenberg, on December 2, 2022. “Reg’s legacy and impact on the Canadian cattle industry will be felt for years to come. His gentle demeanor and […]
December 3, 2022
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Canadian cattle sector shows leadership at climate focused COP27 by unveiling actions to meet ambitious goals
Calgary, AB – As COP27 wraps up, the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is pleased to see livestock management systems recognized for many environmental benefits and its role in helping achieve long-term climate objectives. CCA’s Bob Lowe and Mitchell Zoratti participated in COP27 as official observers and as part of Canada’s official delegation and were on […]
November 21, 2022
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Canadian cattle producers welcome investments in Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy
Ottawa, Ontario – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is pleased to see Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy details released, which includes our priority trade recommendations and will be key to further increasing market access for Canadian beef. The Indo-Pacific region holds the greatest potential for market growth and diversification, with a growing middle class, GDP, and food […]
November 18, 2022
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