Calgary (Rural Roots Canada) – The Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is withdrawing its membership from the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA).

It says the board of directors made the decision after extensive deliberation and strategic review.

In a statement, ABP Chair Doug Roxburgh says membership in a national organization like the CCA must deliver clear value to Alberta’s cattle producers, which it says the ABP wasn’t getting.

“ABP holds high standards for fiscal transparency, governance, and communications, and we expect the same from the organizations we support. The CCA does not meet those standards. After seeing no meaningful progress or willingness to change, we’ve made the decision to withdraw our membership. We have a duty to Alberta producers to ensure their dollars are invested in organizations that reflect and advance our industry’s values.”

Currently, ABP funds over 50 per cent of the CCA budget through the $2.00 Alberta Service Charge. It says the decision will not affect funding to the Canadian Beef Cattle Check-Off Agency ($2.50 National Levy) or its service providers – Canada Beef, Public and Stakeholder Engagement, and Beef Cattle Research Council.

The organization says it remains committed to representing Alberta producers at the provincial and federal levels.

“We are focused on delivering strong, strategic representation for Alberta’s beef industry,” said Brad Dubeau, General Manager of ABP. “In light of the Board’s decision, we have mapped a strong path forward to ensure Alberta’s voice continues to be heard — provincially, nationally, and internationally.” 

ABP will fulfill its financial commitment in the current agreement with the CCA through to June 30, 2026.

More to come….