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Canada's beef cattle producers believe in the power of innovation. Every time a beef animal is sold in Canada, the Canadian Beef Cattle Check-Off is collected, and a portion of it funds research and extension through the Beef Cattle Research Council. Check out our latest video explaining how these research investments by producers are supporting growth in beef demand, increasing productivity and earning public trust.

May is a month of many celebrations and observances—Mother’s Day, graduations and Memorial Day. What better way to observe these events than by celebrating with beef?  Modern cattle are descended from a now-extinct wild bovine called the aurochs (pronounced OR-ox). Humans domesticated the aurochs about 10,000 years ago and raised it for both meat and dairy. Christopher Columbus brought Spanish cattle to Santo Domingo (now the Dominican Republic) on his second voyage in 1493. The Spanish explorer Cortez transported some of the stock to Mexico in 1519, and Ponce de Leon brought Spanish cattle to Florida two years later. These were the first cattle brought to what is now the United States. Descendants of Cortez’s cattle entered what is now Texas in 1690, and would eventually become the breed known as Texas Longhorns. Fun Facts about the Beef Industry 1.  It takes 18 months to 3 years to bring beef from the pasture to your plate! 2.  In Kansas, cattle outnumber people two to one 3.  The first cattle in North America were brought to Florida in 1521 by Juan Ponce de Leon. 4.  Beef is the #1 food source for Protein, Vitamin B12 and Zinc. Beef is also the #3 food source of iron behind fortified cereal and grains. 5.  Estimates are between 970 million and 1.4 billion cattle on the planet. India has the largest cattle inventory in the world, followed by Brazil and China. Those three countries are home to roughly 64% of the world’s cattle. 6.  It takes 3,000 cow hides to supply the NFL for an entire year! #NationalBeefMonth #eatmeat #beefiswhatfordinner #mayisbeefmonth #eatmorebeef #ThankaRancher #ThankaFarmer #agriculture #meetindustry #GlobexInternational #wefeedtheglobe #togetherwefeedtheworld #GlobalFoodSupply #GlobalFoodExport #GlobalFoodDistribution 

This recent posting on my website, KevinGrier.com, outlines the performance of beef demand and how consumer demand is connected to cattle prices. This attached was drawn from my bi-weekly report, Canadian Cattle Market Report. If you are interested in a free three month trial to that report send me an email, kevin@kevingrier.com

Industry Commentary – Global Pricing of Sheep and Lamb Australian and New Zealand lamb and sheep meat producers are at a crucial juncture. The significant price differences between our markets and those in countries like Jordan, Sweden, and the UK highlight the need for urgent action. We must rally behind advocacy groups like Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) and Beef and Lamb New Zealand to enhance our global presence. By crafting compelling marketing narratives, diversifying into new markets, and engaging in favorable trade negotiations, we can ensure our high-quality products receive the recognition and pricing they deserve. It’s time to make our collective voice heard and elevate our industry worldwide. 🌐🐑 #LambMeat #SheepProducers #GlobalMarket #SupportLocal #FairPricing #RamageRural

7 QUESTIONS WITH SEFTONS - #BEEF2024 > David 'DJ' Jochinke, President of National Farmers' Federation. DJ is a Victorian grain and livestock producer and was elected president of National Farmers’ Federation in October 2023. Here’s what DJ had to say when we caught up with him at Beef Australia this week! . . . . #seftons #australianagriculture #regionalcommunications #beefaustralia #regionaladvisory

A chopper shredder It's a small machine suited for #smallholder farmers. It's a 2-in-1 machine for making animal feeds and poultry feeds (#livestockfeeds) Chops and shreds maize stalks into fine animal feeds, also chops nappies grass. Those mixed grains for feeding poultry can be crushed with this machine. We are sorting any losses that occur on the farms to turn them into valuables. Follow us and make any enquiries. #valuechain #dairyvaluechain #farmlosses.

Beefmaster: The Sustainable Choice According to a recent feeding and carcass trial with Beefmaster cattle, the breed makes economical sense for producers and feeders and excels in terms of carcass merit. *All data in the picture below is according to a recent trial with Beefmaster cattle*

Looking for the perfect cow at a price that won’t break the bank? 🐄 We know the best markets to get high-quality livestock at unbeatable prices! Whether you’re preparing for Christmas or any special occasion, let us connect you to the best deals. 💯 Start planning your feast today! Follow us for more details! Cow price from - 1.2M - 2M Shop online with Morrow Food Market and save yourself the stress of jumping busses to get the things you need! #market #morrowmarket #lagos #lagosmarketsquare

Transforming Backyard Cattle into Premium Beef: Our Journey Discover how we turned backyard cattle into a lucrative beef source inspired by the TenSeventeen project. Join us as we share our experiences in the retail beef industry and how we approached this innovative idea. #CattleRanching #BackyardBeef #TenSeventeenProject #SustainableFarming #BeefProduction #AgricultureInnovation #CattleFarming #MeatIndustry #FarmToTable #RaisingCattle

Rearing premium beef requires careful attention to various factors to ensure the highest quality product. Here are some essential tips for top-notch quality and happy, healthy cattle. #PremiumBeef #OngoleBeef #CattleCare #QualityMatters