Entries by ACFA Communications

Advocating for Agriculture Considering Proposed U.S. Tariffs

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Alberta agriculture associations wrote a letter to Premier Danielle Smith emphasizing the vital role agriculture plays in Alberta’s economy and the challenges posed by the anticipated tariffs from President-elect Donald Trump. The Government of Alberta and the Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, RJ Sigurdson, responded stating their shared concerns. Alberta’s government is committed to the […]

Beef sector caught in the crossfire of Trump tariff threats

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CBC article featuring ACFA Chair, Keith Gregory. Ahead of the U.S. president-elect’s rapidly approaching inauguration, many Canadians are anxiously awaiting what could be a turbulent start to a second Donald Trump term, as threats of sweeping tariffs continue to dominate headlines. For a dynamic industry like agriculture, a sector that’s used to planning ahead and […]

Written Submission for Pre-Budget Consultations for The Government of Alberta

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The Alberta Cattle Feeders’ Association submitted recommendations to the Government of Alberta ahead of the 2025 provincial budget. These recommendations aim to uphold Alberta’s beef sector as a vital economic and employment contributor in rural Alberta while ensuring affordable food for consumers. Our recommendations also support our vital trading relationships with the US, increase productivity […]

Advocating for Agriculture considering proposed U.S. Tariffs

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ACFA, along with other industry partners, wrote a letter the Premier Danielle Smith emphasizing the vital role agriculture plays in Alberta’s economy and the challenges posed by the anticipated tariffs from President-elect Donald Trump. With Alberta’s strong trade relationships, particularly with the United States, these proposed measures would significantly affect our agricultural producers and the […]

What is Regenerative Agriculture? And Why it Makes Economic Sense

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ACFA members Chad and Stacey Meunier joined the Scotiabank “Perspectives” podcast. They visit the green pastures of Paul Meunier & Sons Farms Ltd., Chad and Stacey’s cattle farm located just outside of Edmonton. They not only walk you through their unique way of farming, but also their unique way of running a business. Listen Here