Canadian Sheep Federation

Here's a snapshot of January prices, processing, imports and exports.

Similar to its proposed re-evaluation of Pyrethrins, Health Canada is proposing changes to the use of Piperonyl butoxide, a synergist that is always co-formulat...ed with an insecticide. The proposed changes will limit application methods, amounts and frequency for livestock species. A copy of the proposed re-evaluation is attached and we encourage your feedback on the document. You can email us your comments at [email protected] See more

Health Canada has issued a proposed re-evaluation decision for Pyrethrins and associated end-use products. Pyrethrins are insecticides registered for use on a ...wide range of commercial and domestic sites including crops, livestock and companion animals. The proposed decision will see limitations on application methods, amounts and frequency for livestock. A copy of the decision is attached and we would like to hear your feedback on the proposal. Send your comments to [email protected] See more

Hot off the press, the August CSF Executive Directors Report!

We have put together a CSF news group as one of the easiest ways to share reports with you through Facebook. We just posted our July ED report, with the August report on its way. Join the group to stay up to date with news from the CSF and our partners.

All cattle, sheep and bison producers should be familiar with their CCIA / CLTS account. Here is a quick fact sheet.

Government of Canadas Checklist for the control of COVID-19 in agricultural facilities https://www.agr.gc.ca//checklist-for-the-control-of-covi/

Maritime Central Ram Performance & Genetic Evaluation Program Producer Survey Program Details The Sheep Producers Association of Nova Scotia (SPANS) in cooperation with the Maritime Beef Test Society, AgSights and provincial sheep associations have teamed to offer a 2021 Central Ram Evaluation to be hosted in Nappan, Nova Scotia. This Central Ram Test is designed to provide Canadian purebred and commercial sheep producers with the necessary tools to evaluate the genetic pot...ential of their performance-tested ram(s) as breeding stock, while offering important information used to evaluate their own flocks genetic improvement program. The information generated in a Central Ram Evaluation can improve the marketability of rams and provide valuable information used as a selection tools to increase a sheep flocks productivity and profitability. AgSights is looking for your feedback on the program. Please take a moment to visit the survey and let them know what you think. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/N7NC9YH

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On August 31st, the Government of Canada announced greater flexibility and extension of the application deadline for the Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA). Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, announced that the application deadline for the CEBA program is extended from August 31 to October 31, 2020. In addition, the government indicated that they are working closely with financial institutions to make the CEBA program availa...ble to those with qualifying payroll or non-deferrable expenses that have so far been unable to apply due to not operating from a business banking account. Further details on these changes will be released in coming days, including a new business account opening process through which qualifying businesses will be able to apply. In addition, Minister Freeland also announced that the Business Credit Availability Program (BCAP) has been extended to June 2021. For more information, please see the News release on the Department of Finance Canada

Earlier this year, the Canadian Sheep Federation and Canadian Food Inspection Agency partnered in creating the CSF-CFIA Humane Transport Working Group. The group is addressing the implementation of humane transport regulations and creating tools for industry to help navigate new requirements. The Working Group helped pull together the following Questions & Answers document that helps users navigate the regulation. https://www.cansheep.ca//CFIA_ACIA-12728187-v9-HT-Regulati

Happy Monday to everyone from all of us at CCWG! Hard to believe it is the last day of August already...

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Advanced Sheep Production Course is scheduled for Nov 13-14, 2020. To be held at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites East-University 1838 College Drive; Saskatoon; Building #2

The new and improved CLT online training platform is up and running! The program has been restructured to (1) poultry and (2) livestock species including cattle, sheep, horses, hogs, bison and elk. All training materials reflect the February 2020 regulatory changes to the humane transportation requirements under the Health of Animals Regulations. ... Focus of the new program is online training, please direct anyone who is inquiring about training to the new system. Follow this link www.livestocktransport.ca/en/training/online/ for more information. As part of the CLT Working Group, the CSF is pleased to have helped the Canadian Livestock Transport Certification Program find a new home, a new look and a new future.

A little more Friday fun.

Former Federated Farmers Meat and Wool Chairman explains why wool should be used in all our homes. Wool has a natural synergy with timber. The fibres of wool d...raw out moisture, which conditions the wood and protects the buildings materials. Do we still have the leaky homes problem in NZ? See more

A little early for Friday funnies, but hard to resist sharing. Theres always that one!

The Animal Health Emergency Management project (AHEM) is hosting a series of Serious Animal Disease Emergencies Awareness Webinars The free and informative hour-long webinar introduces livestock producers, association staff and others in the livestock industry to the general stages of a serious animal disease event response and the animal health emergency management resources that will help you understand, prepare for, and respond to a major emergency event. The webinar is de...signed to heighten awareness and proactive action at the farm level. Schedule all webinars (Zoom) start at 1 p.m. local time. Click on the webinar link that you would like to register for: TUES JUL 28 1 pm (Pacific) BC TUES AUG 04 1 pm (Mountain) Alberta TUES AUG 11 1 pm (Central) Saskatchewan TUES AUG 18 1 pm (Central) Manitoba TUES AUG 25 1 pm (Eastern) Ontario TUES SEPT 01 1 pm (Atlantic) Atlantic Canada TUES SEPT 08 1 pm (Eastern) Qubec To register for a webinar, or for more information about the AHEM project, visit their website: https://animalhealth.ca/ahem/workshops/

CSBA Job Opportunity The CSBAs board of directors unfortunately must announce that Linda Brandes will be resigning from the position of the CSBAs general mana...ger. The board of directors will find a replacement during the upcoming months. Linda will support the new general manager to ensure a smooth and productive transition. For anyone interested in filling the role of CSBA general manager, please see more information on our website. See more

The Gordanier family has been heavily involved in the sheep industry. Now they could use a little help.

Congratulations to Ila Matheson, a young lady from PEI involved with Canadas sheep industry, on her appointment to the Canadian Agricultural Youth Council! https://www.agr.gc.ca//the-canadian-agricultural-youth-c/

"Animal agriculture, unlike any other sector, can not only reduce its GHG output, but it can also create a net cooling effect on the atmosphere (i.e. actively reduce global warming)."