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Weekly livestock market review [2024]

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Presents weekly livestock market information for cattle, hogs and sheep.

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Monthly livestock slaughter summary [2024]

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Tables in this monthly publication provide a summary of Canadian and U.S. livestock slaughter by month, quarter, and cumulative year-to-date for the current year, with comparisons to the previous year. More ≫

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Tables in this monthly publication provide a summary of Canadian and U.S. livestock slaughter by month, quarter, and cumulative year-to-date for the current year, with comparisons to the previous year.

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On-farm slaughter operation technical guide : Meat Inspection Regulation

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A technical guide of regulatory requirements for parties interested in conducting an on-farm slaughter operation.

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On-farm slaughter operation : potable water testing

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Offers information for on-farm slaughter operations on potable water and water sources, laboratory testing and results, and water sampling and testing information, to help operators ensure they... More ≫

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Offers information for on-farm slaughter operations on potable water and water sources, laboratory testing and results, and water sampling and testing information, to help operators ensure they are using safe and potable water in their processing facilities. This information sheet is one of seven information sheets which are required reading for on-farm slaughter operation applicants planning on conducting slaughtering and/or processing of uninspected meat products.

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Technical guideline listing

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This document lists technical guidelines prepared by the Technical Advisory Group to provide guidance on practical and technical aspects of the Agricultural Operation Practices Act and its... More ≫

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This document lists technical guidelines prepared by the Technical Advisory Group to provide guidance on practical and technical aspects of the Agricultural Operation Practices Act and its regulations. The Technical Advisory Group is a partnership between Agriculture and Irrigation and the Natural Resources Conservation Board, with representation from the livestock industry. Guidelines are reviewed and updated as needed every five years.

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Closure of manure storage facilities and manure collection areas

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The purpose of this technical guideline is to provide guidance on the closure of manure storage facilities and manure collection areas, and protect groundwater and surface water from contamination.

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Temporary suspension of manure storage facilities

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This guideline outlines procedures for temporary suspension of a manure storage facility. Emphasis is given to temporary suspension of earthen liquid manure storage facilities because of the... More ≫

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This guideline outlines procedures for temporary suspension of a manure storage facility. Emphasis is given to temporary suspension of earthen liquid manure storage facilities because of the increased risk posed by liquid manure.

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On-farm slaughter operation : processing, storing and transporting waste and meat products

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Identifies best practices for handling and storing of meat processing waste, safely storing final meat products and food-safe shipping and receiving practices for on-farm slaughter operations.... More ≫

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Identifies best practices for handling and storing of meat processing waste, safely storing final meat products and food-safe shipping and receiving practices for on-farm slaughter operations. This information sheet is one of seven information sheets which are required reading for on-farm slaughter operation applicants planning on conducting slaughtering and/or processing of uninspected meat products.

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On-farm slaughter operation : planning and designing a processing facility

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Provides information to help on-farm slaughter operators to design a processing facility that supports the hygienic production, handling and storage of meat, including guidance on materials used... More ≫

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Provides information to help on-farm slaughter operators to design a processing facility that supports the hygienic production, handling and storage of meat, including guidance on materials used for floors, walls, ceiling, doors and food contact surfaces. This information sheet is one of seven information sheets which are required reading for on-farm slaughter operation applicants planning on conducting slaughtering and/or processing of uninspected meat products.

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On-farm slaughter operation : water and ice safety

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Describes the risks to water safety and the importance of reliable, potable and safe water and ice used in meat processing to prevent contamination of product or the processing facility. This... More ≫

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Describes the risks to water safety and the importance of reliable, potable and safe water and ice used in meat processing to prevent contamination of product or the processing facility. This information sheet is one of seven information sheets which are required reading for on-farm slaughter operation applicants planning on conducting slaughtering and/or processing of uninspected meat products.

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