The government and industry have come together to assist Alberta producers to manage the challenges they face due to BSE. This section provides contact information for some of the organizations that play a role in both addressing the situation and helping the industry move forward.

Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development

www.agric.gov.ab.ca
For general information contact Alberta Ag-Info Centre at 1-866-882-7677

"To enable the growth of a globally competitive, sustainable agriculture and food industry through essential policy, legislation, information and services." The functions of the Ministry are aligned with government core businesses through three Ministry core businesses:

Facilitate industry growth
Enhance rural sustainability
Provide safety nets

For the latest information about the BSE disease situation in Alberta see the webpage for the Chief Provincial Veteriarian.

Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC)

www.afsc.ca
Toll-Free: 1-800-396-0215

AFSC is a provincial crown corporation that provides farmers, agribusinesses and other small businesses loans, crop insurance and whole farm income stabilization programs.

Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)

www.inspection.gc.ca/english/anima/heasan/disemala/bseesb/bseesbindexe.shtml
Toll Free: 1-800-442-2342

CFIA delivers all federal inspection services related to food, animal health, and plant protection.

Alberta Beef Producers (ABP)

www.albertabeef.org
Telephone: 403-275-4400

ABP's mission is, "To strengthen the sustainability and competitiveness of the Alberta beef industry."

Canadian Cattleman's Association (CCA)

www.cattle.ca
Telephone: 403-275-8558 (Alberta office)

CCA is the only national association representing the interests of Canada’s 100,000 beef producers. The CCA provides the leadership and unity necessary to speak as one voice for the beef industry.

Canada Beef Export Federation (CBEF)

www.cbef.com
Telephone: 403-274-0005 (Alberta office)

An independent, non-profit organization committed to improving export results for the Canadian cattle and beef industry.

Beef Information Centre (BIC)

www.beefinfo.org
Telephone: 403-275-5890 (Alberta office)

BIC is the marketing division of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association. BIC uses an integrated approach, focusing programs on five key areas - improving the quality and consistency of beef; increasing beef’s convenience; expanding the use and value of all cuts; improving food safety; and improving consumers’ perceptions about beef’s healthfulness and wholesomeness.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)

http://www.agr.gc.ca/
Telephone: 613-759-1000

AAFC provides information, research and technology, and policies and programs to achieve security of the food system, health of the environment and innovation for growth.

Alberta Cattle Feeders Association (ACFA)

www.cattlefeeder.ca
Telephone: 403-250-2509

The ACFA website covers a variety of topics including market management, herd management, environmental management, the Alberta Beef Industry Business Directory, and news and updates. The ACFA mission is, "To provide a forum for the exchange of ideas to act on those issues important to Alberta’s cattle feeding industry."

CanFax

www.canfax.ca
Telephone: 403-275-5110

CanFax provides market analysis on the North American beef industry.

The Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (CCIA)

www.canadaid.com

The Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (CCIA) is a non-profit industry-led agency incorporated to establish a national cattle identification program in Canada and is designed to promote beef consumption through assurance and efficient traceback and containment of serious animal health and food safety problems.

BSE: Managing the Challenges - Key Contacts

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