Processing infrastructure becomes focus for livestock industry
Calgary Observer reports that after the BSE finding in Alberta last May, Saskatchewan and other provinces confront export losses and discuss boosting processing capacity. Brad Wildeman of Poundmaker Adventures argues Canada needs 17 percent more processing capacity at about 30 million dollars, with tax funding debated. Florian Possberg of Big Sky Park warns that 6.5 million live hogs head south annually and a border closure would devastate prices. calls for infrastructure and Canadian Prairie Lamb Inc. to spur processing and marketing.
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Manitoba Amendments Tighten Livestock Manure Rules
Conservation Minister Stan Struthers announced amendments to the Livestock Manure and Mortalities Management Regulation to promote sustainable farming. The changes require testing for operations with 300 or more animal units, ban winter spreading for 300–400 units, register older storage, and mandate certified applicators and professional consultants.
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Oday
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