Agriculture committee  I think generally the beef value chain round table has functioned well and effectively. I think it's most effective, particularly when dealing with regulatory issues or issues of CFIA—that we have the right people in the room for those meetings. And obviously, we make the most pr

Agriculture committee  Thank you for that question. I think it's a very appropriate question for the cattle industry at this point in time. As you've noted, we did experience a serious setback in 2003 when we lost all of our market access due to the discovery of BSE. I don't think the losses to the i

Agriculture committee  Thank you, Mr. Chairman. For those who don't know me, my wife, family, and I own and operate a cow-calf and yearling operation out of Grande Prairie, Alberta. I appreciate this opportunity to present on behalf of the beef value chain round table. The Canadian beef industry is a