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Defining the future

Date posted: March 8, 2012

2012 Livestock Care Conference

Farm animal care has emerged as a defining issue that will determine the future competitiveness and market success of livestock industries around the globe.

One of the best places to learn about the latest developments – including what they mean for producers and industry - is the 2012 Livestock Care Conference, March 21-22 in Red Deer, Alberta, Canada. The conference is hosted by Alberta Farm Animal Care (AFAC).

Click here to view a special LCC News Blog that provides a range of highlights leading up to, during and out of the conference, along with links to additional reports and information on the AFAC LCC web page.


2012 Banff Pork Seminar

Date posted: October 19, 2011

Top issues. Latest knowledge. Fresh perspectives on an evolving industry.

All will be showcased at the Banff Pork Seminar, Jan. 17 – 20, 2012, themed "Feeding Tomorrow's World." Get a preview of what's coming in a Special Meeting Report on the Seminar. The report will include items developed before, during and after the event, including blog items, news releases, articles and more.

View a Special Meeting Report on the Seminar.


Time to reboot thinking on trans fats

Date posted: September 7, 2011

Scientific review shows good news for dairy and beef products. “The body of evidence clearly points to a change needed in how nutrition labels are handled,” says Dr. Spencer Proctor.  More Go to Report




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