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Feds Provide $14 Million for Canadian Beef Research

Feds Provide $14 Million for Canadian Beef Research

By Amanda Brodhagen, Farms.com

The federal government announced that it will provide $14 million to benefit Canadian beef cattle producers over the next five years. Federal agriculture minister Gerry Ritz made the announcement at Soderglen Ranches near Airdrie, AB Aug. 20.

"Working with industry and academia our Government is making strategic investments to help the sector meet the growing global demand for high quality, safe beef and to ensure the Canadian cattle industry remains competitive and sustainable for the future,” touted Ritz.

The Beef Cattle Industry Science Cluster will manage the funds to improve areas such as beef quality, feed utilization and enhancing food safety. The Canadian beef industry is the second largest source of farm cash receipts in agriculture, generating over $6.5 billion to the farm gate.
 


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Exploring Precision Data in Swine Production - Dr. Janice Siegford

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In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Janice Siegford from Michigan State University discusses how precision livestock farming data can support pig health, welfare, transparency, and decision making. She explains why data ownership, privacy, consumer perception, and cost sharing must be addressed as technology becomes more common on farms. Listen now on all major platforms.

“Precision livestock farming data can support producers, veterinarians, certifiers, and consumers by enabling improved monitoring, prediction, and decision-making across the entire production system.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Janice Siegford / janice-siegford-24318839 is a Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Animal Science at Michigan State University. Her expertise in animal welfare, neuroscience, and zoology supports research on pig behavior, stress resilience, and precision livestock farming. Her work explores early weaning, genetics, and stakeholder perspectives on technology adoption to improve pig care, health, and productivity. Learn more from Dr. Janice Siegford on The Swine it Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.