Canadian Cattle Association ‘cautiously optimistic’ about 2024 Federal Budget
The Canadian Cattle Association says they are cautiously optimistic about the 2024 federal budget. The CCA expressed their optimism, attributing it to the federal government’s recognition of the Livestock Tax Deferral’s pivotal role in providing relief for producers, a significant inclusion in the 2024 federal…
Agribition sees report revenue, sponsorships, and rodeo attendance
Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) finances were in the green for the second year in a row. Last year’s net profit was $75,000, down slightly from last year’s profit of $83,450. Agribition’s CEO, Shaun Kindopp, said the organization is in a…
Manufacturing sales to slightly decline, margins improve this year, according to FCC Food & Beverage Report
A change in consumer spending habits, lower commodity prices, and inflation all factor into Farm Credit Canada’s outlook for Food & Beverage manufacturers. In their annual Food & Beverage Report, FCC is forecasting a slight drop of 1.4 percent in…
Few Agriculture Commitments in Federal Budget Disappoint Farm Groups
The Federal Budget, released Tuesday, contained very few commitments for the agriculture sector, which farm groups say is disappointing on several fronts. The Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) said it missed “an extension to the extended rail interswitching pilot, investments…
Saskatchewan Invests $13.2 Million For Veterinary Medicine Training
The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $13.2 million to the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) in 2024-25, representing a $667,000 increase over last year. This funding will support high-quality veterinary medicine education in the province as well as government’s…