MEDIA ADVISORY
Animal Expert Dr. Temple Grandin to Speak with Farmers and Public
NFACC BEEF CODE OF PRACTICE SURVEY
Beef cattle owners and others with an interest in animal care and welfare have an opportunity to provide their input into the redevelopment of Canada’s beef cattle Code of Practice through an online survey. The National Farm Animal Care Council is conducting the survey to gain stakeholder insights on the Codes of Practice, and views on the care and handling of beef cattle. Your participation is important. To complete this confidential 10-minute survey, go to www.nfacc.ca and click on survey.
MBP BURSARIES – APPLY TODAY!
*Completed applications must be submitted by June 1, 2012.*
MBP is offering four $500 bursaries for MBP members or their children attending university, college or other post-secondary institution or pursuing trades training. Preference will be given to those students pursuing a field of study related to agriculture or to those acquiring a skilled trade that would be beneficial to the rural economy. For more information, please contact MBP at 1-800-772-0458. Click for 2012 Application
Beef cattle owners and others with an interest in animal care and welfare have an opportunity to provide their input into the redevelopment of Canada’s beef cattle Code of Practice through an online survey. The National Farm Animal Care Council is conducting the survey to gain stakeholder insights on the Codes of Practice, and views on the care and handling of beef cattle. Your participation is important. To complete this confidential 10-minute survey, go to www.nfacc.ca/codes-of-practice/beef-cattle and click on survey.
MBP BURSARIES – APPLY TODAY!
*Completed applications must be submitted by June 1, 2012.*
MBP is offering four $500 bursaries for MBP members or their children attending university, college or other post-secondary institution or pursuing trades training. Preference will be given to those students pursuing a field of study related to agriculture or to those acquiring a skilled trade that would be beneficial to the rural economy. For more information, please contact MBP at 1-800-772-0458. Click for 2012 Application
Check out our foodManitoba post on the Aroma of Summer! We posted links to delicious recipes and great grilling tips to enjoy and share with friends. It’s barbeque season!

*Completed applications must be submitted by June 1, 2012.*
MBP is offering four $500 bursaries for MBP members or their children attending university, college or other post-secondary institution or pursuing trades training. Preference will be given to those students pursuing a field of study related to agriculture or to those acquiring a skilled trade that would be beneficial to the rural economy. For more information, please contact MBP at 1-800-772-0458. Click for 2012 Application
Former MBP President Major Jay Fox, who passed away in December, was acknowledged in the Manitoba Legislature yesterday by Stu Briese, MLA for Agassiz. ~We are forever grateful for his contribution to MBP and the beef industry in Canada.~ READ FULL STATEMENT HERE
Beef producers and industry partners are invited to join MBP for our 34th annual general meeting on February 7 & 8, 2013 at the Victoria Inn in Brandon, MB. Participate in the AGM to learn more about what MBP is doing for you! The event includes MBP business, sessions on timely and relevant beef topics, policy setting sessions, and updates from our national organizations. Don’t miss the MBP Banquet on February 7! Check back soon for registration and sponsorship information.