Western Feedlots Winds Down Cattle Operations

Sep 23, 2016

There’s more big news for the agriculture sector, this time for the cattle industry.

Western Feedlots in Alberta says shareholders have decided to voluntarily wind down their cattle operations.

In making the announcement they cited the high risk/low return environment in cattle ownership, as well as a poor political and economic environment in Alberta.

Golden West contacted Highwood MLA Wayne Anderson - one of Western’s three feedlots is in High River.

He says things like Bill C-6 didn’t help:

"The increase in corporate taxes had another layer of impact, then minimum wage as well.

Now, with the carbon tax coming out January 1st, I guess the shareholders felt that now was the time to get out before any more damage is done," he said.

Source : Discoverestevan

Video: Shearing Delay Leads To Kingston 4H Sheep Show!

What started as a disappointment turned into a day full of surprises, fun, and celebration as we leave Ewetopia Farms behind and head out to the Kingston Fair to watch the 4H sheep show

Today’s vlog was supposed to be another sheep shearing day here at Ewetopia Farms, but when our shearer had to cancel, we suddenly found ourselves with an unexpected free day. Lucky for us, the Kingston Fair was happening — and some of our own sheep (and friends) were competing!

We brought along our shearing helper and headed to the fairgrounds to cheer on the 4H kids and see how our sheep did in the show. From last-minute preparations and sheep showmanship to market lamb competitions and ewe classes, we take you behind the scenes of what it’s really like at a country fair.

We couldn’t be prouder — our girls walked away with wins in both showmanship and breeding ewe classes! Afterwards, we toured the fair, met a beekeeper with fascinating insights, admired other livestock shows, and wrapped up the evening with motocross stunts and a demolition derby!

Sometimes farm life throws curveballs — but today, it gave us the chance to celebrate community, our sheep, and the next generation of shepherds.