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Alberta’s cattle era and the move toward feeder operations
A longtime advocate argues Alberta’s diverse prairie and abundant water make it suited for beef cattle and dairy, but markets lie in London. He cites Brandon farm tests showing seven dollars profit per steer from outdoor feeding of hay straw and grain, noting feeders at High River achieved strong returns.
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National Stock Growers Association
Prince Edward Island
British Columbia
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Great Britain
Asia
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Canada
Brandon Farm
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High River
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Westholm
Corral
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