Canada: GRAIN-FED BEEF SUPPLIER
Canada: GRAIN-FED BEEF SUPPLIER

Canada: GRAIN-FED BEEF SUPPLIER

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  • Canada is the third largest exporter of grain-fed beef in the world.

    • Seventh largest beef and cattle exporter in the world (2019).
    • Canadian beef production volumes have been increasing since 2015 to meet the global demand for high quality grain-fed beef.
    • 40% of our production is exported to more than 45 countries annually.

     

    FARM-TO-MARKET QUALITY ASSURANCE SYSTEMS

     

    CANADIAN BEEF ADVANTAGE

    • Canada’s cooler climate and vast open spaces provide one of the best environments for beef production in the world.
    • Plentiful sources of fresh water combined with wide-open grazing ranges and natural grasslands.
    • Abundant supplies of locally grown high-energy feed grains that contribute to the distinctive taste, texture and aroma of Canadian beef.

    BREEDING

    • Canadian producers utilize a selection of Bos taurus breeds of cattle, perfectly suited to thrive in cooler climates.
    • Bos taurus breeds consistently produce well-marbled, high yield and flavourful beef in high demand at the world’s table.
    • Major breeds used in Canada include Angus, Simmental, Charolais and Hereford cross.
    • Over 2/3 of Canada’s herd is based on Angus and Hereford breeds.

    FEEDING

    • Canada is one of the largest grain producers in the world.
    • Barley, corn and wheat in feed contribute to well-marbled, firm textured beef with fine white coloured fat.
    • Canadian feeding practices enable more than 85% of beef cattle to reach optimum market weights between 16 – 24 months.

    ANIMAL CARE & ENVIROMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

    • Healthy, well-cared for animals are the foundation of Canadian livestock production practices.
    • Soil and water quality are monitored and protected by provincial and federal laws to support sustainable and responsible beef production in Canada.
    • Environmental stewardship and animal care are a mindset, sustainability the practice.

    IDENTIFICATION AND TRACEABILITY

    • Mandatory national cattle identification.
    • First of its type in North America.
    • Enforced under federal regulation.
    • Approved Radio Frequency Identification tags (RFID technology).
    • Unique identification numbers are maintained to the point of export or carcass inspection for traceability.

    HARVESTING

    Consumers around the world recognize Canadian food as among the safest in the world.

    • The Canadian beef industry is committed to ongoing enhancement of food safety assurance systems through partnerships between industry, government and our customers in the marketplace.
    • Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) food safety systems are mandatory in all federally inspected meat processing establishments.

    CANADIAN BEEF QUALITY

    • Quality grading is conducted by evaluating the exposed cross-section of the ribeye muscle between the 12th
      and 13th
    • Canada and the USA use the same marbling thresholds to define high-quality grades and the same carcass grading site.
    • Canadian high quality grades are selected for youthful maturity, marbling, meat/fat colour, texture, and fat cover standards.