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Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Sheep

The update to the Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Sheep is well underway, and we want to ensure you have easy access to the latest developments.

Whether you’re a Canadian Sheep Federation member or not, you can follow the progress and stay informed through regular updates published by the National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC).

👉 Bookmark this page for updates:
🔗 nfacc.ca/sheep-code-of-practice-progress-update-

On this page, you’ll find:

  • Milestones and timelines for the Code update process

  • Sheep Scientific Committee updates

  • A list of those involved in drafting the new Code

  • Opportunities to participate in consultations

  • Status of public comment periods and next steps

Your engagement is essential to ensuring the updated Code reflects both industry realities and high standards of animal care. We encourage all producers, industry professionals, and interested members of the public to follow along and contribute when opportunities arise.

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Crop scouting is a vital part of Integrated Pest Management (IPM), helping identify pests, optimize input use, and protect yields. Scouts act as the grower’s field observers, offering timely insights.

In this webinar, Liz Gartman, UW–Madison Extension regional crops educator, provides an introduction to crop scouting, covering everything from pre-field preparation to in-field tools, resources, and best practices.

Preparation includes understanding field history, gathering tools, and setting communication expectations. In the field, scouts assess plant health, pest presence, and environmental stress using systematic patterns. Accurate documentation and clear reporting are essential. Tools like soil surveys, weather data, and pest calendars support decision-making. Ultimately, crop scouting builds trust, supports sustainability, and ensures informed, timely responses to field conditions.