Attn Researchers and Extension Agents: BCRC Opens Two Calls for Letters of Intent
The Beef Cattle Research Council invites letters of intent (LOIs) for research projects as well as…
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BCRC: Hormone Hearsay
When it comes to the use of hormones in beef cattle, sometimes there are more questions…
VIDEO: Building a relationship with your veterinarian key in coming prescription – antibiotic changes
Changes are coming on December 1st that will require livestock producers to have a prescription to…
BCRC: Bov-Innovation set for August 15th in London, ON
The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) is proud to co-host Bov-Innovation, an interactive, producer-oriented session that…
BCRC: Attention researchers: Genome Canada and AAFC funding
Genome Canada in partnership with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) has recently launched the 2018 Large-Scale…
BCRC: Pain, Pain, Go Away
Beef producers are busy in the spring and summer months processing cattle, performing common procedures such…
BCRC: Eight beef producers share their recent changes
Canadian beef producers appear to be keeping up with the often heard axiom “the only constant…
BCRC: Costs of siring calves: artificial insemination compared to natural service
As the breeding season approaches, some producers will consider using artificial insemination (AI) and estrous synchronization…
BCRC: A few key practices can reduce internal parasite resistance
Resistance is something we currently hear a lot about in agriculture, including the issue of parasite…
BCRC: Planting corn this spring for your cattle to graze later? Here are 10 corn planting tips
It will soon be time to start thinking about next year’s winter feed. If you plan…
Reigning Calgary Stampede livestock auctioneering champ ‘talking up’ 2018 event
Auctioneers are the kings of tongue twisters. So it's only fitting that Dean Edge from Rimbey,…
VIDEO: Canadian Beef Industry Conference ‘Driving Demand’
The Canadian Beef Industry Conference will be held August 14 - 16 in London, Ontario. This…
RRC – CanFax Market Drivers Report – February
CanFax Manager and Senior Analyst Brian Perillat talks about the strong cattle prices, profitability in the…
BCRC: This December, you’ll need a prescription to buy virtually any livestock antibiotic
Starting late in 2018, Health Canada is introducing a couple of important changes affecting the way…
VIDEO: Alberta Beef Producers 2017 Year In Review
Alberta Beef Producers Executive Director Rich Smith discusses the issues in 2017 including the struggle against…
BCRC progress and activity in 2017
On average nationally, the BCRC receives approximately 18% of the Canadian Beef Cattle Check-off, and plays…
BCRC: The Canadian beef industry’s water footprint is shrinking
A Beef Cluster study led by the University of Manitoba’s Dr. Getahun Legesse Gizaw is measuring…
BCRC: New video: What beef producers need to know about environmental footprint
More than most livestock, beef cattle production takes place in the natural environment. Those who live…
BCRC: Don’t miss these upcoming beef events and deadlines
Organizations across the country are continually hosting events to give you an inside look at important…
BCRC: Different approaches/same goal for winter management of heifers
Recognizing replacement and first calf heifers need extra management, producers take different paths to get to…