Border reopening to ease Canadian cattle backlog faces years
Analysts warn border reopening to U S sources could take two to five years to relieve a backlog of several hundred thousand cattle. Producers cite weak prices and high imports while market shifts and WTO rules complicate recovery as May 20 import levels exceed norms.
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Japanese BSE finding seen as not affecting U S border reopening
Alberta Beef Producers say the November 6 discovery of BSE in a 23 month old bull in Japan is rare but not surprising. Public affairs manager Ron Glaser notes signals from OIE guidelines guide U S trade talks and that cattle under 30 months have minimal risk. He stresses the Japan case won’t alter U S reopening plans.
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Handibus budget clash sparks call for quick fix
Rozendaal warns ticket hikes risk upsetting seniors and special needs residents after a 100 percent increase two years ago. Mayor Duggan cites short term funding gaps while council agrees handibus remains vital and schedules budget talks with Mundy and Rozendaal.
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