CBBC Activity Update

Canadian Beef Breeds Council participates in third annual Cattle Trail “From pasture to plate, the Cattle Trail tells the story of beef” Canadian Beef Breeds Council together with Livestock Gentec participated in another successful year at the Calgary Stampede Cattle Trail. In spite of the overwhelming obstacles presented by the recent flooding disasters that have wrecked havoc on not only the City of Calgary but surrounding areas, and more specifically the entire Calgary Stampede Park, the staff and volunteers were able to join forces and restore the facilities including the agricultural barns to house the annual Cattle Trail educational exhibits. “We are very pleased with the attendance results of 88,241 which although down from last year’s 100th birthday celebration, were very favorable and encouraging”, said Executive Director, Doug Fee. CBBC recorded international guests from countries including Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Colombia, France, Germany, Guatemala, Ireland, Mexico, New Zealand, Norway, Scotland, UK and USA. “We thank all the breed associations for their participation and Livestock Gentec for their enthusiastic support and commitment to this worthwhile endeavor.” CBBC congratulates the Canadian Simmental Association on the hosting of the Beef Innovations 2013 Symposium in Calgary. CBBC was a Platinum Sponsor of the event which focused on providing information on research projects and included several international speakers. CBBC continues to finalize its search for the position of Executive Director and expects to finalize interviews next week.