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How do you lead a billion-dollar industry while feeding cattle on the weekend? Meet Doug Roxburgh, the newly elected Chair of Alberta Beef Producers.
From his humble beginnings as a first-generation cattle producer to his deep dive into the world of "cattle politics," Doug shares his passion for the beef industry, the challenges ahead, and his bold vision for Alberta's producers.
Host Kara Mastel guides us through a wide-ranging conversation on everything from tariffs and trade to weather outlooks, business risk management, and the importance of strong communication.
Whether you're deep in the industry or just beef-curious, this episode offers a rare inside look at leadership on the frontlines of Alberta agriculture.
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07:15 – Fixing the communication gap
15:04 – Wildlife and regional farming realities
20:48 – Navigating tariffs and global uncertainty
22:46 – Weather warnings and risk management tools
26:15 – Doug’s message to producers: Get involved and stay informed
GUEST: Doug Roxburgh
Doug Roxburgh is the Chair on the Board of Directors for Alberta Beef Producers. He resides near Rimbey, Alberta, with his wife, where they manage a first-generation cattle farm. They are involved in backgrounding their calves, marketing bulls and females, and raising commercial bread heifers. Doug also works as a senior nutrition consultant, assisting producers in creating year-round nutritional plans.
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What’s been happening in the Alberta cattle industry?
Kara Mastel gives us a front-row seat to Alberta Beef Producers' (ABP) 2024 Year in Review.
Featuring key ABP staff—this discussion covers the pressing issues, research initiatives, and policy efforts shaping the future of beef production in Alberta.
From risk management and conservation to disease preparedness and marketing, this episode dives deep into the work happening behind the scenes to support Alberta’s beef producers.
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04:19 – Investing in Research: Big Impact, Small Budget
12:51 – The Policies That Could Change Beef Production
27:39 – Living Labs: Research in Real-World Conditions
33:35 – The Power of Producer Involvement & ResolutionsGUESTS:
Brad Dubeau, General Manager
Debra Murphy, Stakeholder Relations Manager
Mark Lyseng, Government Relations and Policy
Kaley Edge, VBP Coordinator and ABP Stewardship Lead
Karin Schmid, Beef Production and Extension Lead
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When it comes to choosing the right herd bull, should you prioritize size, milk production, or fertility?
In this episode of The Bovine, Kara Mastel sits down with Dr. Carling Matejka, a veterinarian with Agri Health Services, to break down the science and strategy behind herd bull selection.
Carling explains why optimization—not maximization—is the key to a profitable and sustainable herd, highlighting factors like mature cow body weight, expected progeny differences (EPDs), and scrotal circumference.
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04:26 EPDs 101: Predicting a bull’s genetic potential
11:28 How breed associations help with bull selection
17:18 Lessons from the dairy industry on milk vs. fertility
26:16 Why breeding soundness exams are crucial
30:02 Expert tips for bull sale dayGUEST: Carling Matejka, DVM
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How do extreme temperature swings impact cattle health, and what can producers do to manage these challenges?
In this episode Kara Mastel sits down with Dr. Brittany Smith, a consulting ruminant nutritionist, to discuss the effects of rapid temperature fluctuations on cattle well-being, feed intake, and immune function.
They break down practical strategies to mitigate stress, from adjusting feeding plans and providing windbreaks to monitoring body condition scores and ensuring water availability.
Dr. Smith also shares insights on how these fluctuations influence calf health, milk production, and long-term herd performance.
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2:08 | The physiological impact of cold stress on cattle
4:11 | How cold weather changes cattle behaviour and feeding
14:24 | A simple snow trick to assess body condition
26:16 | Innovating producer strategies for dealing with extreme cold
CONNECT WITH GUEST: Dr Brittany Smith, Beef Smart Consulting
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Are looming U.S. tariffs about to shake up the cattle industry?
Kara Mastel sits down with Brenna Grant, Executive Director of Canfax Research Services, to explore the potential impacts of a proposed 25 per cent U.S. tariff on Canadian goods.They discuss the deep integration of the beef trade between the two countries, potential market shifts, and strategies producers can use to navigate uncertain times.
From fluctuating exchange rates to exploring alternative markets like Japan and Korea, Brenna provides insightful analysis on what cattle producers can expect and how they can prepare.
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2:19 | The deep integration of the U.S.-Canada beef trade
5:11 | Exchange rates and their ripple effect on producers
10:40 | The complex web of U.S.-Canada beef processing
14:34 | Canfax resources to support producersGUEST: BRENNA GRANT
Brenna Grant is the Executive Director of Canfax Research Services, where she monitors data from national statistics; oversees the development of new economic models to make annual outlooks and evaluate the impact of management decisions on cost of production. Brenna grew up in SW Saskatchewan on a cow/calf , yearling grasser operation where her family still operates. She holds a BA in Agricultural Economics from the University of Saskatchewan and a Masters in Applied Economics from Montana State University.
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For this episode of The Bovine, Kara Mastel sits down with father-daughter duo, John and Maria Duynisveld, who own and operate Holdcana Farms, located near Wallace Bay, Nova Scotia.
The Duynisveld's discuss the experience of receiving the 2024 Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA), and dive into more about their operation.Have ideas for future shows? Drop us a note, on social media or via email.
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For this episode of The Bovine, Kara Mastel sits down with Jenna Sarich, Stakeholder Engagement Technical Consultant with Public and Stakeholder Engagement (PSE).
The duo discuss the ins and outs of PSE, results from a recent national sustainability survey, the importance of telling the story from the farm, and more.Have ideas for future shows? Drop us a note, on social media or via email.
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For this episode of The Bovine, Kara Mastel sits down with Todd Ormann, Vice President of Development at Olds College of Agriculture and Technology.
The duo discuss the recent AgSmart educational expo, upcoming trends in agriculture, changes within the college, and more.Have ideas for future shows? Drop us a note, on social media or via email.
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For this episode of The Bovine, Kara Mastel went behind-the-scenes with two of the 2024 Environmental Stewardship Award recipients: Courtney and Clayton Taylor, of Taylor Ranches.
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For this episode of The Bovine, Kara Oosterhuis attended the Beef Research Showcase held in Olds, Alta.
Oosterhuis is joined by:
Karin Schmid, of Alberta Beef Producers, on the Beef Research Showcase and how it came to be;Dr. Bart Lardner, of the University of Saskatchewan, on challenges and opportunities managing novel forage mixtures;Dr. Cheryl Waldner, of the University of Saskatchewan, on the Canadian Cow-Calf Surveillance Network; andDr. Kim Stanford, of the University of Lethbridge, on all things ergot.Have ideas for future shows? Drop us a note, on social media or via email.
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For this episode of The Bovine, Kara Oosterhuis attended the Alberta Beef Industry Conference held in Calgary, Alta.
Jack Bobo, director of the Food Systems Institute at the University of Nottingham in the UK, on navigating the future of food;Lance Zimmerman, senior animal protein analyst at RaboResearch Food & Agribusiness, with a global cattle market update; andDr. Tammy Nemeth, on lessons learned from the oil and gas industry.
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For this episode of The Bovine, host Kara Oosterhuis attended the CrossRoads Conference held in Calgary, Alta.
Walter Schwabe, entrepreneur and tech guru, on the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on agriculture;Drew Lerner, founder, president, and senior agricultural meteorologist at World Weather Inc., with a weather outlook for 2024 in Alberta;Dr. Rebecca Purc-Stephenson, professor of psychology at the Augustana Campus of the University of Alberta, on the importance of mental health literacy, breaking stigmas, and new resources you may not be aware of.
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After a brief pause, The Bovine is back!
We’re switching gears a bit with a new voice as host, while continuing to cover the dynamic content covering all facets of your operation into the podcast.
Let’s call it Season 2, Episode 1. We’re starting fresh, but not over.
We can’t give away too much of what we’re talking about … it is a podcast, after all.
Tune in, or, download to listen later on your favourite podcast platform!Have ideas for future shows? Drop us a note, on social media or via email.
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When it comes to transition planning for your family's operation, where do you begin?
Annessa Good, business advisor with Farm Credit Canada, joined The Bovine to share what a transition plan is comprised of, as well as useful tips to get started and make this a positive experience for your family and business.
This episode was recorded at the 2023 Canadian Beef Industry Conference in Calgary this August.Have ideas for future shows? Drop us a note, on social media or via email.
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Declining cow numbers, shrinking packer margins, and market volatility—the cattle market certainly isn’t boring at the moment. There’s a lot going on, and Ryan Copithorne is here to give producers a glimpse into what may be coming.
Ryan, the president and owner of Cows In Control, joined us on The Bovine during the 2023 Canadian Beef Industry Conference in Calgary this summer to talk about his outlook for the fall and some cautions and opportunities to keep an eye on.
Producers looking for assistance on marketing and getting the best value on their calves can contact Ryan through his website.
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Recorded at the 2023 Canadian Beef Industry Conference in Calgary, Brenna Grant, executive director of Canfax Research Services, shares her three favourite recommendations for new beef producers, coming from the Canadian Cow-Calf Cost of Production Network.
The full list of recommendations is now available on the Canfax website, along with other resources coming out of the Network's results and analysis.Have ideas for future shows? Drop us a note, on social media or via email.
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Do you use the same password for everything? Skip multi-factor authentication? Prefer to keep your p4ssw0rds easy?
Well, you may want to listen to this discussion for some inspiration on mitigating your risk of experiencing a cyber security incident.Have ideas for future shows? Drop us a note, on social media or via email.
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Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) General Manager, Ryder Lee, joined Alberta Beef Producers for our January/February Producer Meetings and our March 1 Annual General Meeting.
Industry partners publish Alberta Beef Competitiveness StudyABP announces 2023 Board of DirectorsCCA advocacy and youth efforts
And he joins us again here for updates from the CCA.
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This year, Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) brought a new format to their coffee sponsorship at ABP's Producer Meetings.
AFSC announces changes to 2023 insurance programsContinued high crop prices major factor pushing premiums higherUpcoming AFSC DeadlinesAFSC Contact Form
Using digital technology, AFSC speakers polled audiences for their thoughts on everything from LPI to moisture deficiency insurance.
What did they find out, and what will they do with the data?
Brenda Hagen, Product Owner LPI, Product Innovation, and Jackie Sanden, Product Coordinator, Product Innovation, join The Bovine to discuss their findings and their next steps.
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In this special episode of The Bovine, live from the Alberta Beef Industry Conference, host Debra Murphy talks to Kajal Devani, Beef Improvement Federation board member.
This year's Beef Improvement Federation's research symposium and conference will be held in Calgary, Alberta, July 3-6. Kajal discusses the purpose of the federation and why this conference is valuable for beef producers.
Early bird registration is available until February 28, and students can register for a discounted rate. Learn more at beefimprovement.org/symposium.Have ideas for future shows? Drop us a note, on social media or via email.
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