| Project Title | Objective | Commitment($) | Program | Organization | Species | Fiscal Year |
Effects of Nitric Oxide intervention in a lethal synergistic viral-bacterial Bovine
Respiratory Disease complex (BRDc) model | Providing detailed insight into how Nitric Oxide (NO) disrupts the lethal viral-bacterial synergism that causes insidious respiratory disease called BRDc in cattle. NO, when administered to cattle arriving at the feedlot, reduces the incidence of BRDc and, as a new class of antimicrobial, is a naturally occurring molecule produced by mammals to protect themselves against bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. | $ 191,600 | Research & Development | University of British Columbia | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Performance validation of RFI selected cattle under extensive cow/calf production systems | Extending genetic selection research to investigate the relationship between feed efficiency and cow/calf production under extensive open-range production systems. Existing programs measure efficiency (and its relationship with greenhouse gas production), largely in drylots, and thus the development of new tools for identifying cattle on range will lead to a more profitable cow herd. | $ 245,000 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Investigating factors associated with the pathogenesis of toe tip necrosis in Alberta feedlot cattle | Toe Tip Necrosis Syndrome is a condition of recently arrived feedlot cattle wherein bacteria infect the bone and soft tissues of the hoof, leading to lameness. Advanced cases are extremely difficult to treat, therefore prevention is critical to controlling this disease. ALMA-funded research into the role of micronutrients such as copper and zinc play in the development of this disease. Funding was also used to assess the biomechanical properties (hardness and elasticity) of the hoof. | $ 51,100 | Research & Development | University of Saskatchewan | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Predicting feeder lamb performance – a validation of SheepBytes® feeding recommendation | SheepBytes is a web based ration-formulating computer program based on the 2007 NRC nutrient recommendations which include dynamic variables like environment and animal body condition. The accuracy of the predicted versus the actual dry matter intake and average daily gain will be evaluated at two locations over two years using GrowSafe systems individual feed intake technology to determine feeder lamb performance, carcass quality and costs of production on barley based rations. | $ 63,280 | Research & Development | Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development | Sheep | 2014-15 |
| Welfare assessment of alternates to electric prods | Determining the most humane handling aids for cattle on farm and at the packing plant. Even though the use of electric prods for handling beef cattle is very common, little scientific information exists on the effects of electrical stimuli on the behaviour and stress-related responses of cattle. | $ 188,956 | Research & Development | Agriculture and Agri-Food
Canada | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Automated, rapid detection and identification or rule-out of high priority influenza viruses | Delivering user-friendly and cost-effective diagnostic tests that can streamline detection and characterization of influenza viruses in the laboratory. These tools can enhance disease surveillance and rapid detection of high priority influenza subtypes and improve our ability to respond to influenza threats. | $ 196,000 | Research & Development | University of Lethbridge | | 2014-15 |
| Enzymatic modification of egg lecithin and canola lecithin for Functional Food Development | Developing processes for the enzymatic modification of egg and crude canola lecithin to impart desirable physical properties plus dietary choline and omega-3 fatty acids. Lecithin is a widely used food emulsifier but most commercial food lecithin is sourced from soybeans. Exploring ways to create commercial opportunities for lecithin derived from Alberta grown eggs and canola. | $ 56,500 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Eggs | 2014-15 |
| Identifying functional SNPs to enhance genomic prediction accuracy for feed efficiency and carcass merit traits in beef cattle | Employing an integrated approach to develop genomic tools that can accurately predict efficient cattle with desirable carcass traits at birth based on their DNA markers. The genomic prediction tools will be made available to the industry to produce beef more efficiently. | $ 416,000 | Research & Development | Agriculture and Agri-Food
Canada | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Effect of commercial housing type on laying hen welfare and bone characteristics in Alberta | Providing information on the welfare and bone density of hens in various housing systems used in Alberta. The Egg Farmers of Alberta have committed to not allowing the installation of new conventional cages after December 31, 2014. However, producers need reliable and unbiased evaluations of potential advantages/disadvantages of alternative housing systems available. | $ 103,000 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Poultry, Eggs | 2014-15 |
| Application of laboratory assays for product efficacy studies focusing on treatment and control of Digital Dermatitis in cattle to improve animal welfare | Developing laboratory assays to evaluate new products for prevention of Digital Dermatitis before testing in the field. With new treatment options, cows are more likely to be cured, thereby breaking the chain of new infections in dairy herds. Lameness is a common disorder in cows, often caused by infectious agents causing Digital Dermatitis, which is painful and difficult to treat. | $ 92,082 | Research & Development | University of Calgary | | 2014-15 |
| Whole Genome Mapping (WGM) as a high resolution genotyping tool for traceback investigation of foodborne disease outbreaks | Developing a new technology to detect and quickly trace the contaminants of Listeria and E. coli to source to mitigate the effect on public health. Recent incidents cost the meat processing industry millions of dollars including the loss of 23 lives with the Listeria outbreak. | $ 105,000 | Research & Development | Canadian Food
Inspection Agency | | 2014-15 |
| Development of single shot vaccines for swine | Developing a novel vaccine platform against Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus (PRRSV), the economically most important disease of pigs. | $ 160,000 | Research & Development | University of Saskatchewan | Pork | 2014-15 |
| The use of infrared thermography at a processing abattoir to identify meat quality aberrations in live animals | Demonstrating the cost-effective use of live animal infrared scans at an abattoir for the purpose of identifying animals likely to produce meat quality aberrations. Demonstrating the nutritional therapy treatment of these identified animals which will reduce the incidence of dark cutting beef and the subsequent beef quality discounts endured by producers. | $ 129,720 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Improving foot pad quality in commercial broilers: Benchmarking and practical strategies | Benchmarking litter management philosophies in Alberta broiler barns, the evaluation of methods available for assessing foot pad quality at different levels of the production chain, and investigating new developments in bedding blends and poultry flooring for the purpose of improving overall broiler well-being and foot pad health. | $ 126,542 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Poultry | 2014-15 |
| Control of poultry contamination by aerotolerant Campylobacter | Investigating the effect of aertotolerant Campylobacter jejuni on poultry contamination and develop measures to control C. jejuni contamination by interfering with the aerotolerance of C. jejuni. C. jejuni is a major bacterial cause of gastrointestinal diseases in humans, most frequently transmitted via contaminated poultry. | $ 118,500 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Poultry | 2014-15 |
| A novel therapy for controlling Shiga toxin-producing E. coli in livestock and human medicine | Evaluating non-pathogenic E. coli for their ability to outcompete Shiga-toxin producing E. coli (STEC) causing human disease. Once highly competitive, non-pathogenic E. coli (White Knights) are characterized, mechanisms they use to eliminate STEC will be investigated for future applications in human medicine and livestock production. | $ 207,000 | Research & Development | Agriculture & Rural
Development | | 2014-15 |
| Generation of novel vaccines for the livestock sector via reverse immunology technology | Identifying peptides representing neutralizing epitopes of Porcine Circovirus 2 (PCV2) . The peptides will serve as lead candidates for highly efficacious vaccines. Several veterinary vaccines induce only partial protective immunity resulting in mitigation of disease but not elimination of viral infection and transmission. A vaccine capable of strong induction of neutralizing antibodies against PCV2 will lead to prevention of viral infection, disease and shedding. | $ 266,000 | Research & Development | University of Calgary | Pork | 2014-15 |
| A potential effective and targeted methane mitigation technology for beef and dairy industry – a proof of principal study | Inventing a novel method to mitigate methane production from ruminants by targeting rumen methanogens specifically in vitro. The long-term goal is to convert this new technology to regular feeding process, to help farmers improve animal production through sustainable management. | $ 80,900 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | | 2014-15 |
| Introduction of bloat-free legumes into existing pastures for high performance cattle grazing in western Canada | Developing a pasture management strategy for rapid improvement of high performance grazing in different eco-climatic zones of Alberta. Improving profitability of cattle production in the area while generating information on economics and soil property dynamics of such a production system for determination of its sustainability. | $ 150,000 | Research & Development | Agriculture and Agri-Food
Canada | | 2014-15 |
| Effect of rumen-protected B vitamins on dairy calf growth and health | Examining the effects of supplementation of rumen-protected and unprotected B vitamins on pre- and post-weaning growth and disease incidence and severity in dairy calves. | $ 243,454 | Research & Development | University of Calgary | Dairy | 2014-15 |
| Relationship between beef quality grade and collagen biochemistry | Examining if the connective tissue of highly marbled beef has fewer heat stable crosslinks than connective tissue from lean beef. Supporting Canadian beef branding based upon muscle composition. | $ 58,000 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Surveillance and characterization of Influenza A viruses from western Canadian swine | Determining which strain types of flu viruses are circulating in pigs within the provinces of western Canada and working with producers and veterinarians to provide insights into the evolution of the virus within the herd and developing more effective control strategies. | $ 54,476 | Research & Development | University of Saskatchewan | Pork | 2014-15 |
| Informed design and validation of inhibitors against Clostridium perfringens mucolytic enzymes to migrate colonization and necrotic enteritis | Mitigating infection and developing unique compounds that will prevent C. perfringens from colonizing the intestine of chickens, thereby disrupting the onset of disease and transmission to humans. | $ 308,154 | Research & Development | Agriculture and Agri-Food
Canada | Poultry | 2014-15 |
| Investigations on survival of Staphylococcus aureus and Clostridium perfringens during bacon processing | Providing scientific validation of cooling processes so that processors can meet CFIA and USA requirements for cooked meats. Cooling processes for cooked meat products require validation to ensure product safety. With new guidelines for cooling from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, processors need scientific data to ensure that their cooling regimes control the growth of Staphylococcus aureus and Clostridium perfringens. | $ 98,500 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Pork | 2014-15 |
| M. bovis genetic variances among geographical regions | Comparing 700-800 sequenced genomes to see if there is a genetic variance in M. bovis between geographical regions. If genetic variances are identified then the study will look to see whether these changes are conserved among geographically distinct isolates and then determine if these genetic changes are sufficient to alter the structure of the proteins. If so it will look to design new ELISA antigens with increased sensitivity for the diagnosis of M. bovis infection. | $ 30,000 | Research & Development | Canadian Cattlemen's
Association | | 2014-15 |
| Strategic vaccination of young calves to reduce respiratory disease in weaned beef calves | Developing effective vaccination strategies that begin early during the life of a calf and provide protective immunity against BRD during the weaning period. The key to this new vaccination strategy is to change the route of vaccine delivery from an injection under the skin (SC) to an intranasal (IN) injection. | $ 65,000 | Research & Development | University of Saskatchewan | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Pilot study to test the efficacy of a vaccine for laminitis in feedlot cattle | Streptococcal exotoxin vaccination offers protection from induced laminitis in 80% of horses. Given the similarity of the disease in cattle, it is reasonable to expect that the same vaccination protocol might produce similar protection in feedlot cattle | $ 212,720 | Research & Development | University of
Saskatchewan | Horse | 2014-15 |
| Development of host defense peptides as a novel antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory therapeutic to mitigate intestinal diseases in livestock | Developing natural peptides secreted by animals (i.e. host defense peptides) as a novel therapeutic for important intestinal diseases in livestock. An overarching goal is to advance these peptides as a cost-effective, safe, and non-antibiotic innovation for Alberta producers (i.e. to reduce direct and indirect losses from intestinal disease in livestock). | $ 150,000 | Research & Development | University of Calgary | | 2014-15 |
| Evaluation of functional glycans and glycopeptides in swine | Building on previous success in identifying feed ingredients and functional glycans with activity against enteric pathogens. The swine industry will benefit from this project by access to an improved toolset for control of enteric disease and provides an alternative to antibiotic use in swine production. | $ 280,000 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Pork | 2014-15 |
| Development of a novel delivery platform for immune modulators based on biodegradable nanoparticles | Developing a treatment with immune modulators, CpG ODN and/or poly(I:C) incorporated in cellulose nanoparticles to achieve this and reduce losses due to Bovine respiratory disease (BRD) at feedlot entry and/or a BRD outbreak at later times. Induction of early, innate immune responses would bridge the susceptible period between vaccination and development of specific immunity and provide protection from infection. | $ 140,000 | Research & Development | University of
Saskatchewan | | 2014-15 |
| Development and optimization of a novel Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus vaccine by transdermal needle-free delivery and antigen sparing | Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVDV) is a pathogen of major importance in beef and dairy herds worldwide. We developed a novel experimental BVDV vaccine, which elicits complete protection from BVDV-2 infection. We intend to further develop this vaccine candidate to make it commercially viable by using needle-free delivery, reducing the antigen dose and showing long-term duration of immunity. | $ 150,000 | Research & Development | University of
Saskatchewan | | 2014-15 |
| Effect of colostrum feeding on gut microbial colonization, development and health of dairy calves | Determining how colostrum feeding strategies impact gut microbial colonization and gastrointestinal health and development. Microbial communities and gastrointestinal development will be examined using techniques in microscopy, physiology and DNA sequencing to characterize the impact of colostrum feeding schemes. | $ 246,000 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Dairy | 2014-15 |
| Genetic basis of susceptibility and resistance of pig lymphocytes to Porcine Circovirus type 2 infection | Identifying target cells for PCV2 infection, analyzing PCV2- induced cellular defects, and identifying pig genes that interfere with PCV2 replication. Developing new screening tools for selecting pigs more resistant to and excluding those highly susceptible for infections with PCV2. | $ 165,000 | Research & Development | University of Calgary | Pork | 2014-15 |
| Development and evaluation of "all-in-one" RFID, DNA collection, and management tags to improve efficiencies and traceability in livestock production | Developing and evaluating new tag technologies for optimizing herd management decisions while improving on industry traceability standards by combining Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) technology and DNA trait analysis for on-farm production improvements. UHF has the potential to increase efficiencies in cattle management, movement and tracking. Tissue tags are the first step in DNA trait analysis for herd improvement, diagnostics and DNA traceability. | $ 244,500 | Research & Development | SAIT Polytechnic | | 2014-15 |
| Mitigation of Campylobacter jejuni in chickens: a biorationale-based approach to advance the sustainability of the Alberta poultry sector | Delivering essential information to develop a novel innovation (i.e. designer nanobodies and delivery systems) to achieve a safe, effective, and economically viable on farm strategy to mitigate Campylobacter jejuni , and thereby preserve Alberta’s reputation as a producer of safe and environmentally sustainable foods. C. jejuni is the most prevalent cause of bacterial foodborne illness in Alberta. | $ 150,000 | Research & Development | Agriculture and Agri-Food
Canada | Poultry | 2014-15 |
| Reactive nitrogen and greenhouse gases at cattle feedlots | Measuring greenhouse gases and the fate of ammonia at cattle feedlots, seeking opportunities to reduce both production costs and environmental effects. | $ 132,000 | Research & Development | Agriculture and Agri-Food
Canada | | 2014-15 |
| Use of probiotics to improve production efficiency and health of cattle | Developing probiotics to reduce the use of antibiotics and testing their potential to improve feed efficiency, modulate the immune system and improve the health of cattle. The addition of in-feed antibiotics as growth-promoting feed additives in beef cattle diets has been shown to improve feed efficiency but concerns over the use of antibiotics in livestock production continue to grow. | $ 190,000 | Research & Development | Agriculture and Agri-Food
Canada | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Are grazing impacts on greenhouse gas fluxes in Alberta’s rangelands mediated by the soil microbial community? | Quantifying the greenhouse gasses (GHG) flux in rangelands and examining how cattle grazing alters the microbial community and associated GHG emissions. Rangelands provide ecosystem goods and services that benefit all Albertans, including carbon storage. Soil micro-organisms, which vastly out-weigh cattle in these systems, regulate carbon storage and GHG. | $ 316,844 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | | 2014-15 |
| Precision feeding layers for improved uniformity, production and sustainability | Tailoring the type of and the amount of feed provided to individual free-run birds based on their individual body weights, measured at the time feed is provided; giving entirely new performance and behaviour insights. Precision feeding, or feeding the right feed to the right bird at the right time, can improve layer uniformity, egg production efficiency, and shell quality. This project is the first ever to pay attention to the nutritional needs of individual birds. | $ 190,000 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Eggs | 2014-15 |
| Integrating surveillance & research to address emerging threats from antimicrobial resistance to the sustainability of livestock production and human health | Integrating antimicrobial use and resistance data from several existing surveillance programs and research projects involving humans, animals and the environment. | $ 125,000 | Research & Development | University of Calgary | | 2014-15 |
| Developing equipment for quick and efficient temporary fencing for crop residue grazing of ruminant livestock | Developing innovative equipment to efficiently erect temporary fencing that is suitable for a variety of terrains and weather conditions. Temporary fencing will help livestock producers take advantage of alternative grazing options which have been shown to reduce winter feeding costs and provide for a more sustainable method of grazing management. | $ 32,580 | Research & Development | Prairie Agricultural
Machinery Institute | | 2014-15 |
| Evaluation of purple prairie clover as a novel forage for the sustainable growth of cattle industry | Determining the yield, nutrient composition and basic agronomic characteristics of purple prairie clover as a novel and high nutritive forage by conducting field growing experiments and laboratory analysis. | $ 120,000 | Research & Development | Agriculture and Agri-Food
Canada | | 2014-15 |
| Advancing animal welfare management and communication in Canada | In collaboration with Alberta Farm and Animal Care (AFAC), developing alternative strategies for managing and communicating beef industry Farm Animal Welfare values and practices that are in line with the needs and demands of Canadian consumer and industry stakeholders. | $ 148,000 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | | 2014-15 |
| Development of decision making tools for sustainable beef production in Canada | Developing a data-based decision making system (targeted heifer replacement/cow breeding and feeder cattle sorting tools) as a joint effort between AAFC, UofA, Livestock Gentec, Agriculture and Forestry and CCHMS. Users will be able to compare different scenarios for their herd thanks to research generated prediction values for animal performance, carcass merit traits, GHG emissions and profitability. This system will help to solidify Canada’s leadership in sustainable beef production. | $ 149,987 | Research & Development | Agriculture and Agri-Food
Canada / University of
Alberta | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Development of information and science to support the provision of Ecosystem Services (ES) on agricultural lands | Prototyping an integrated decision support system for enabling the development of innovative ES programs and markets in agriculture. | $ 349,500 | Research & Development | Alberta Innovates
Technology Futures | | 2014-15 |
| Bovine colostrum-derived immune and stem cells to boost immunity and general health of beef and dairy cattle | Developing a new method to enhance protection against disease and health of animals without using antibiotics, thereby enhancing economic viability of farms and sustainability of animal agriculture. | $ 120,000 | Research & Development | MySteM
Biotechnologies | Beef, Dairy | 2014-15 |
| Improving feed efficiency and reducing methane emissions from dairy cows using milk Mid-infrared spectroscopy to support "green Alberta milk" | Bringing together an international consortium to develop tools to improve feed efficiency and reduce methane emissions in dairy cattle based on simple analysis of routine milk samples. | $ 318,626 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Dairy | 2014-15 |
| Biodiversity assessment of Alberta’s beef industry: Filling gaps and identifying opportunities | Developing a rigorous and practical methodology for assessing the positive and negative impacts of the beef production life cycle. Using existing and new biodiversity data to contribute scientifically credible information to life cycle analysis practitioners and others seeking reliable information on the relationship between biodiversity and beef production. | $ 427,000 | Research & Development | Alberta Biodiversity
Monitoring Institute | Beef | 2014-15 |
| McDonald’s sustainable beef strategy Canadian pilot project | Identifying specific indicators for recognizing sustainable beef production practices and include a mechanism to verify and trace sustainable beef operations throughout the supply chain. The Pilot aims to recognize current sustainable practices and provide a foundation for continuous improvement, as well as inform the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef's sustainable beef journey. | $ 310,542 | Research & Development | Cargill Limited | Beef | 2014-15 |
| The impact of pathogen prevalence and antimicrobial resistance on Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD) in feedlot cattle | Characterizing BRD pathogens in morbid and healthy feedlot cattle and evaluating microbial risk factors for the development and outcome of BRD. BRD is a significant animal health issue facing the beef industry and accounts for economic losses greater than all other diseases of cattle. Despite the importance of BRD, there is limited information on the prevalence of BRD pathogens in Albertan feedlots and the outcome of cattle treated for BRD. | $ 317,890 | Research & Development | Agriculture and Agri-Food
Canada | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Validating the stage of maturity at harvest for barley and oat for swath grazing | The objective of this proposal is to conduct a field trial to determine the effect of differing maturity at harvest for swath-grazing of barley, oat and triticale on animal intake and performance. The proposed approach will be to seed paddocks of all three cereals and to swath them at the recommended stage (soft dough for barley and triticale; and late milk for oat) as well as at hard dough stage (~ 20 d later); swathed cereals will be grazed by beef cows over winter to determine animal performance and system economics. The expected outcome is development of new recommendations for the stage of maturity at harvest for oat, barley and triticale that maximizes the yield of digestible nutrients without negatively affecting cow performance or profitability. | $ 54,995 | Research & Development | Prairie Agricultural
Machinery Institute | Beef | 2014-15 |
| An economic assessment of greenhouse gases and production efficiency for Alberta dairy farms | Evaluating the relationship between green-house gas (GHG) emissions and productive efficiency for Alberta dairy farms. Factors affecting trade-offs between economic viability and GHG emissions are assessed using historical production data for a sample of Alberta dairy farms. | $ 100,400 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Dairy | 2014-15 |
| Assessment of beef toughness using polarized Near-Infra-Red (NIR) spectroscopy | Examining the use of polarized NIR light to predict cooked beef toughness from the raw product. Methods commonly used to measure meat toughness are time consuming and destructive; consequently, meat toughness is rarely assessed in industry because sacrificing of valuable product is seen as untenable. Invention of a non-invasive method of assessing meat toughness will allow for classification of carcasses or cuts into quality categories and facilitate product differentiation. | $ 260,000 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Mucosal delivery of oligodeoxynucleotides containing CpG motifs (CpGODN) to broiler chickens as an alternative to antibiotics | Studying the utility of oligodeoxynucleotides containing CpG motifs (CpG-ODN) in neonatal chickens at poultry hatcheries. The use of antibiotics to control early broiler chick mortality was discontinued from May, 2014 in all Canadian broiler hatcheries. Alternatives to antibiotics are priority in the broiler chicken industry. There is a significant protective effect of immunostimulatory CpG-ODN against lethal bacterial infections in chickens. | $ 230,000 | Research & Development | University of
Saskatchewan | Poultry | 2014-15 |
| Development of a novel bioreactor technology for the production of drop-in platform chemicals from agricultural by-product | Demonstrating a novel technology to transform low-value materials from dairy processing facilities, into high-value prebiotic non-digestible food ingredients. The successful implementation of this technology will provide producers in Alberta and in Canada with a flexible tool to target the rapidly growing international market of functional health foods while reducing their operating costs. | $ 100,000 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | | 2014-15 |
| Using predicted and residual rumen volatile fatty acid production to predict feed efficiency, carcass yield, and carcass composition in beef cattle | Applying a mathematical model to identify rumen markers that are able to enhance nutrition models used for formulating diets and predicting animal performance by incorporating variables that account for genetic merit, thereby enhancing the ability of producers to sustainably manage feeding programs and improve production efficiency. | $ 249,416 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Beef | 2014-15 |
| The versatile amino-sugar: glucosamine as a possible new curing and preservative agent in meat products | Developing an innovative glucosamine-based ingredient that can help increase the quality of processed meat products. Some non-meat ingredients (i.e. nitrites) used in the preparation of processed meat products have been associated with negative health image. In light of this, the meat industry is constantly looking for new "natural" ingredients to replace nitrites. Glucosamine, a natural molecule found in animal tissues, appears to be a valuable candidate in this regard. | $ 127,500 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | | 2014-15 |
| Development of a western Canadian forage NIRS database for use by industry and research communities | Developing Near-Infra-Red Spectroscopy (NIRS) capability for the rapid and accurate prediction of moisture, protein, fibers (ADF, NDF, lignin), fiber digestibility starch, fat, and macro minerals in intact undried forage and total mixed rations. These NIRS calibrations will be distributed throughout the Alberta Feed NIRS Network. | $ 202,950 | Research & Development | Hi-Pro Feeds | | 2014-15 |
| Development of whey protein and fiber combinations that sustain weight loss and improve diabetic control | Determining whether whey protein, and its components, synergize with fiber to produce greater reduction in food intake and body weight with improvements in glucose control than either intervention alone. The project may lead to the development of novel nutraceutical or functional food products for weight loss and diabetic control. | $ 157,575 | Research & Development | University of Calgary | | 2014-15 |
| Identification and functional characterization of advanced glycation end products and meat protein-derived peptides as novel bitter taste blockers | Demonstrating additional beneficial properties of ovotransferrin peptides against metabolic syndrome to further increase its application and marketability. Metabolic syndrome afflicts ~20% Canadian adults. As hypertension is a classical feature of metabolic syndrome, an antihypertensive agent with additional benefits on metabolic syndrome is highly desirable. | $ 164,000 | Research & Development | University of Manitoba | | 2014-15 |
| Production and testing of PUFABHP in beef II: optimizing diets, NIRS predictions, rumen bacterial profiles, and human health implications | The second phase of a collaboration designed to enable development of beef and beef products enriched with healthy polyunsaturated fatty acid biohydrogenation products (PUFABHP). This involves a multidisciplinary approach covering beef cattle nutrition, genomic testing, rumen microbiology, the use of NIRS to rapidly measure PUFA-BHP’s, and studies to examine health effects of PUFA-BHP’s and their modes of action. | $ 409,614 | Research & Development | Agriculture and Agri-Food
Canada | | 2014-15 |
| Systematic study on the relationship among rumen microbial lipid metabolism, meat beneficial fatty acids, and meat quality in beef cattle | Identifying the rumen microbial fatty acid (FA) metabolism and host tissue FA synthesis pathways, to determine their impact on meat FA profiles and quality. The long-term goal is to differentiate meat products through marker assisted breeding in combination with desired nutritional regimes to improve beef FA composition, ultimately leading to higher profitability. | $ 359,340 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Alternative strategies for horse meat harvest to ensure product quality and safety for export markets | Providing data on alternative chilling strategies and the impact that they have on the microbiological quality and eating quality of horse meat. Ensuring market access for Alberta horse meat and providing the basis for policy changes for cooling of horse meat. | $ 239,925 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Horse | 2014-15 |
| Optimum dose rate of a methane inhibitor for beef cattle | Exploring the dose response of cattle to a new feed additive designed to reduce methane emissions from feedlot cattle. Using this new additive to lower methane production could lower the carbon footprint of beef production in a cost effective manner if animal performance is also increased. | $ 190,000 | Research & Development | Agriculture & Agri-Food
Canada | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Development of a topical anesthetic/analgesic for the control of pain and inflammation in piglets undergoing castration and tail docking | Conducting research required for registration of a product that can be used topically for short term and long term pain in castration and tail docking of piglets in Canada. The product was developed by Alberta Veterinary Laboratories. Industry is looking for an analgesic/anesthetic to address pain associated with these procedures where currently no registered product exists. | $ 248,000 | Research & Development | Bow Valley Research | Pork | 2014-15 |
| Refining recommendations for grazing whole plant corn in Saskatchewan | Focusing on grazing whole plant corn with an emphasis on evaluating methods to mitigate digestive upset, minimize feed wastage, and maximize profit for livestock producers. Generating new information for beef cattle producers with respect to recommended grazing techniques to reduce rumen acidosis and maximize forage utilization when grazing whole plant corn during winter months. | $ 106,020 | Research & Development | University of
Saskatchewan | Beef | 2014-15 |
| The effects of antibiotic use on ICE-associated antimicrobial resistance (AMR) transfer in livestock production | Investigating integrative conjugative elements (ICEs) in the development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and evaluate the effect of antibiotic use on ICE-mediated AMR transfer in the Alberta beef and poultry industries, particularly related to antimicrobials with relevance to human and animal health. | $ 595,500 | Research & Development | Agriculture and Agri-
Food Canada /
University of Calgary | Beef, Poultry | 2014-15 |
| Ovum pick-up and in vitro production of embryos for dissemination of cattle genetics | Piloting an efficient procedure for in vitro production of embryos from live cattle and establishing this technology in Alberta for improving genetic selection and productivity of cattle. Reproductive technologies are critical for increasing the number of progeny from genetically superior cattle. In that regard, repeated collection of eggs from elite cattle by an ultrasound-guided approach and its use for laboratory (in vitro ) production of embryos is highly innovative. | $ 180,960 | Research & Development | University of Calgary | | 2014-15 |
| Investigating and mitigating the emergence of Haemonchus contortus as a major pathogen of western Canadian sheep | Investigating parasite prevalence, developing new faster methods to detect drug resistant parasites and enabling producers to make informed decisions regarding if drug treatments are required and which drug to use as part of their parasite control programs. | $ 421,000 | Research & Development | University of Calgary | Sheep | 2014-15 |
| Development of a feeding program for young pigs using solely human-non-edible feedstuffs to control gut health and growth | Developing new highly digestible feed ingredients and feeds is required to overcome the loss of plasma protein as a feed ingredient for young pigs. Feed intake following weaning is the most critical factor for a successful swine feed program and plasma protein provided a required boost. However, plasma protein has also been associated with a new infectious disease in Canada; hence, replacement ingredients and complete feeds are required. | $ 200,000 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Pork | 2014-15 |
| Using a swine (Landrace) model of early insulin resistance to investigate the therapeutic potential of vaccenic acid in intestinal inflammatory bowel disease | Using a pre-clinical swine model to study the benefits of vaccenic acid (VA) in early and established conditions of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). A newly discovered natural trans fat called VA found in beef and dairy is known to reduce inflammation in the intestine and may be beneficial for IBD. | $ 206,100 | Research & Development | University of Alberta | Pork | 2014-15 |
| The Bos Farm automated goat rotary project | Building the most automated and user friendly goat rotary in the world thereby revolutionizing the goat milking industry in Alberta by allowing farms to manage more animals per person and achieve higher returns. | $ 176,164 | Research & Development | Bos Farms | Goat | 2014-15 |
| Use of Biological Simulator Technology | Creating a biological simulation system for personnel training, competency certification and verification of effectiveness of stunning procedures utilized during the slaughter of livestock. | $ 125,000 | Industry & Market Development | Veterinary Simulator Industry Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Market Access to South India and China for Swine Genetics Sales | Attendance and participation in agricultural/livestock shows in India and China to meet government officials, industry companies, and independent producers relative to frozen semen and live pigs products. | $ 83,000 | Industry & Market Development | Alberta Animal Genetics
Consulting Group Ltd. | Pork | 2014-15 |
| Agri‐food Procurement Review ‐ Phase 1 | Implementing human resource consultation, market studies, waste management, group buying, and the consolidation of freights. This follows upon a procurement study the FPLRC undertook in 2013. | $ 25,200 | Industry & Market Development | Food Processors Logistics Research Council (FPLRC) | | 2014-15 |
| International Agriculture Program | Connecting Alberta industry stakeholders with highly qualified buyers to source Alberta cattle, genetics, and other agricultural goods and services. The Northlands International Program consists of a highly integrated set of programs designed to seek out and attract qualified buyers and facilitate business between domestic and international stakeholders. | $ 41,225 | Industry & Market Development | Edmonton Northlands | | 2014-15 |
| Framework for a Competitive and Sustainable PRC | The Poultry Research Centre (PRC) Advisory Board has determined that it is important to set a strategic direction in order to position itself as a leader in the poultry industry. Developing a strategic framework through which the PRC can maintain financial sustainability and capitalize on future research, technology transfer and learning opportunities. | $ 20,400 | Industry & Market Development | University of Alberta | Poultry | 2014-15 |
| Carcass 101 | An annual two day forum held in June with a theme of how to improve consistency and quality in a carcass to ultimately add value to that product. The event is hosted in conjunction with Certified Angus Beef. | $ 43,655 | Industry & Market Development | Canadian Aberdeen Angus Association | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Evaluation and development of an end lay and emergency poultry depopulation to create value from poultry by‐products | Evaluating the use of the Low Atmospheric Pressure System (LAPS) as part of a self‐sufficient long term business to provide routine and emergency depopulation for the Alberta poultry industry. The collaborators recognize that in order for this service to be viable and self‐sufficient, a valuable use for the end product (spent hen/fowl) needs to be established. | $ 222,700 | Industry & Market Development | The Institute for Applied Poultry Technologies | Poultry | 2014-15 |
| Customer Beef School and Camp | Bringing a 1 week training session to Alberta key account managers from distribution and sales to sell the story of our ranchers, feedlots, packing plant and beef production. Heritage Angus Beef provides what health‐conscience consumers are demanding in beef: a safe, wholesome food that can be savoured and trusted. | $ 50,225 | Industry & Market Development | Prairie Heritage Producers Inc. | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Development and demonstration of genetic selection for female traits in Canadian cattle | The development and demonstration of new selection tools that will enhance the longevity and sustainability of the Canadian cow herd. Optimal value is only realized with maximum producer up take, and an extensive producer engagement campaign will be undertaken by all partners. | $ 100,500 | Industry & Market Development | Canadian Aberdeen Angus Association | | 2014-15 |
| Adaptation of herd management software and creation of a new mobile app for Canadian cow-calf producers with integration into Canadian breed association performance data | Pursuing a modernized, Canadian, industry‐specific herd management software‐ incorporating mobile functionality‐ that will facilitate broader adoption of data collection and analysis and enhance information exchange along the supply chain. | $ 45,825 | Industry & Market Development | Canadian Hereford Association | | 2014-15 |
| Strategic Planning, Communication, Collaboration & Leadership | Creating a strategic plan to reflect current industry situations and provide benefit to members within the resources available. Contracting a facilitator to provide a one day joint workshop for board directors of the Canadian Sheep Federation and Alberta Lamb Producers and senior staff of the member organisations. | $ 9,900 | Industry & Market Development | Alberta Lamb Producers | Sheep | 2014-15 |
| 2014 Asian Trade and Relationship Enhancement Project | The Alberta Elk Commission (AEC) has taken a lead role working through the Canadian Cervid Alliance (CCA) in a coordinated effort with the Canadian Trade Secretariat to develop a clear plan of action to move towards achieving market access into China. AEC and CCA are both invested in a common goal of improved market access for our products. | $ 19,934 | Industry & Market Development | Alberta Elk Commission | Elk | 2014-15 |
| #FarmVoices Gallery Project | Creating a portable gallery for the purpose of educating the public about family farming, by sharing powerful #FarmVoices stories and information that illustrate its importance to the food system. The #FarmVoices stories will be organized into various themes and professionally designed to fit within 8 portable pop‐up banners. | $ 23,500 | Industry & Market Development | International Farm
On Foundation | | 2014-15 |
| Agri‐Food Trade Mission | Supporting Genome Alberta to participate in a federal agri‐food trade mission to China to increase awareness and open up markets for Alberta and Canadian seed stock genetics and quality meat products. | $ 5,000 | Industry & Market Development | Genome Alberta | | 2014-15 |
| Canadian Bull Congress School Education Program | This is a unique marketing opportunity for purebred cattle producers ‐ with several components ‐ Marketing‐ (private treaty sales), Purebred Cattle Show, 4‐H Judging Clinic, Taste of Beef Banquet and Steak Challenge, Ag. Based Trade Show and School Education Program. In 2014 the Canadian Bull Congress revamped it's school program to include more informative and hands‐on based station. | $ 52,500 | Industry & Market Development | Camrose Regional Exhibition and Agricultural Society | Beef | 2014-15 |
| SIAL Paris | A partnership between Canada Beef Inc., ALMA, and Alberta companies to jointly promote Alberta meat proteins at SIAL Paris. | $ 62,500 | Industry & Market Development | Canadian Beef Cattle Research Market Development and Promotional Agency | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Competitiveness Benchmarking for Canadian Beef | Developing a five year National Strategy showing how various organizations can work together to best position the industry to compete for a larger share of the world market and to become the high quality beef product of choice in the world. The strategy is being developed by the National Beef Strategy Planning Group (NBSPG) which includes all the provincial associations, the Canadian Cattlemen's Association, National Cattle Feeders' Association, Canadian Beef Breeds Council, Canada Beef Inc. and the Beef Cattle Research Council. | $ 44,586 | Industry & Market Development | Canadian Cattlemen’s Association | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Livestock Innovation Showcase | The showcase will consist of a combination of static and interactive displays. Booth space will be allocated to participating groups, which could include live animals. Product marketing was permitted in the showcase area, which is an important program component for showcasing value‐added products and generating show sales for specific participants. | $ 37,125 | Industry & Market Development | Edmonton Northlands | | 2014-15 |
| Pilot Training for 3rd Party Facility | Training through classroom teaching and hands‐on application by participants. At the same time, under the training opportunity supported by the National Meat Training Centre at Olds College in corroboration with Cargill’s resources as a meat packing plant, the partnership will be able to design a program that will fulfill the needs and meet the gaps of labour force shortage in the meat packing industry. | $ 52,282 | Industry & Market Development | Cargill Limited | | 2014-15 |
| Porkapalooza | The Porkapalooza BBQ Festival focuses on creating a unique pork experience for Albertans; increasing consumer awareness of Alberta pork products; providing a platform for local food vendors to showcase their talent and Alberta meat products; integrating other Alberta proteins into the festival; and creating an event where the consumer can interact with the producer. | $ 92,500 | Industry & Market Development | Alberta Pork | Pork | 2014-15 |
| Recruitment Campaign | Developing a Recruitment Campaign, tailored toward the specific needs of ACFA, and the beef industry. The success of the initiative hinges on showing people what the industry looks like instead of telling them with the use of social media channels. | $ 115,800 | Industry & Market Development | Alberta Cattle Feeders' Association | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Preserving Genetic Material for the Canadian Beef Breeds | Evaluating and prioritizing current stored tissue, blood, hair, and extracted DNA cattle samples currently being stored in labs across Canada, for the beef breed associations. Transitioning viable and priority samples to Delta Genomics’ biobank in Edmonton, AB, or the lab of choice for the beef breed associations. Developing a long‐term biobanking and sample pulling strategy for the breed associations. Developing an Information Management System for easy and cost effective access to individual samples, ID’s, and animal trait data. | $ 525,000 | Industry & Market Development | The Canadian Beef Breeds Council | Beef | 2014-15 |
| FAA Convention and Youth Day | An annual convention to update members on industry issues and developments and to take advantage of learning opportunities that benefit themselves and their families. The youth delegates are free to attend the whole convention as an opportunity to network with experienced members who have been feeding livestock for many years. | $ 25,604 | Industry & Market Development | Feeder Associations of Alberta | | 2014-15 |
| Board Governance Workshop | A 2-day workshop on the essentials of board governance to the FAA Board and Directors from our 48 local Feeder Associations. | $ 14,350 | Industry & Market Development | Feeder Associations of Alberta | | 2014-15 |
| Business Risk Management Education | Creating an agriculture business management program within the post-secondary system. Business risk management will be one of the first initiatives to be developed and launched in close collaboration with industry. Lethbridge College and the Alberta Cattle Feeders' Association have partnered on the Business Risk Management Project and would like to be considered co-applicants. | $ 215,570 | Industry & Market Development | Lethbridge College | | 2014-15 |
| Stakeholder Project | Stakeholder engagement is a critical means for EFA to maintain and enhance its social license to operate. It begins with the understanding that stakeholder issues are not external issues that the organization must react to, but instead they are forces that can influence the organization’s future. If properly addressed through formal stakeholder engagement, these issues can provide valuable insights into future strategic risks, which can be transformed early on into strategic opportunities. | $ 55,950 | Industry & Market Development | Egg Farmers of Alberta | Eggs | 2014-15 |
| 2015 Korean Trade and Relationship enhancement Project | Advancing market access objectives specific to South Korea, following the advice of trade specialists in the Canadian Trade Secretariat and our own contacts both domestically and internationally, as well as at the invitation of Honourable Ed Fast, Minister of International Trade. | $ 8,812 | Industry & Market Development | Alberta Elk Commission | Elk | 2014-15 |
| International Agriculture Committee Projects | Bringing Alberta producers together, along with industry leaders & government dignitaries in a non‐formal setting to foster relationships that will benefit Alberta & Canadian agriculture businesses and livestock producers. | $ 20,000 | Industry & Market Development | Calgary Exhibition and Stampede Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| 2014 UCVM Beef Cattle Conference | An annual University of Calgary Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) Beef Cattle Conference to address pertinent animal health and well‐being issues for the beef industry that have direct effects on productivity and financial returns to the producer, bridging the gap between research and the community. | $ 14,180 | Industry & Market Development | University of Calgary | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Chinese Master Chef Gold Medal Dinner | A culinary celebration of the 6th annual Chinese Restaurants Awards. This is an international collaboration of Chinese Master Chefs that are working together to create an exclusive “once in a lifetime” Chinese dining experience for 300 guests. The award‐winning Chefs are from Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Shanghai. The international Chinese Master Chefs will be joined by four award-winning Canadian Chinese Master Chefs to orchestrate an unforgettable dinner. | $ 11,500 | Industry & Market Development | Think X Blink
Communications | | 2014-15 |
| Peace County Sheep Conference 2014 | Providing information and guidance to sheep and goat producers, a conference with 5 speakers discussing topics related to sheep and goat production. | $ 3,100 | Industry & Market Development | Peace River Lamb Association | Sheep | 2014-15 |
| Big on Beef | A forum connecting consumers, industry stakeholders and the retail sector to build a better understanding of Alberta's cattle and beef production practices and standards. | $ 20,000 | Industry & Market Development | Alberta Cattle Feeders' Association | Beef | 2014-15 |
| 2014 Annual CSAS Meeting | Graduate students from the University of Alberta, and researchers from Alberta will present and discuss their research at this meeting, gain new knowledge generated around the world, and network to strengthen current collaboration and establish new collaborations with colleagues from Canada, the US and from around the world. | $ 2,500 | Industry & Market Development | Canadian Society of Animal Science | | 2014-15 |
| CANFAX Cattle Market Forum 2014 | Providing cow‐calf operators, feedlot managers , cattle producers and industry stakeholders with up‐to‐date information on the global economy and how this affects the beef industry, currency trends and how they affect the beef industry. | $ 10,000 | Industry & Market Development | Canadian Cattlemen's Association | | 2014-15 |
| ABIC 2014 Conference and Speaker Support | "Global Leadership in a Changing World" with speakers on the global impact of recent technologies, vaccines, and research that is going on in the livestock industry. | $ 10,000 | Industry & Market Development | Ag‐West Bio Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| 2014 Western Nutrition Conference | The conference normally starts with a pre‐conference symposium entirely sponsored and organized by industry, a plenary session that focuses on current issues (nutrition & health in livestock), a breakout session for either ruminant or monogastric nutrition with more detailed nutrition information, and finally a plenary session with topics on consumers and market perspectives on nutritional management. | $ 23,000 | Industry & Market Development | University of Alberta | | 2014-15 |
| Pasture Walk with Jim Gerrish and Low Stress Cattle Handling with Curt Pate | A one day pasture walk with emphasis on grazing management and livestock handling in a field learning setting. There will be a focus on beef production, profitability and animal welfare. | $ 3,494 | Industry & Market Development | Gateway Research Organization | | 2014-15 |
| Labour Summit: 2014 National Labour Action Plan | The Agriculture Industry Labour Council of Alberta (AILCA) held a labour summit and focused on the new released 2014 National Labour Action Plan to assist agriculture employers in their labour issues. | $ 7,500 | Industry & Market Development | Alberta Milk | | 2014-15 |
| Canadian Bison Association Convention | An Annual Convention and Show and Sale ‐ “Building Blocks for Success”. For the bison industry to grow producers must understand the world around them, be able to develop business plans to achieve their goals, understand the importance of leadership and succession in agriculture, understand the nutritional attributes of bison meat, learn from producers who are leaders in the industry and listen to marketers in order to understand current market realities. | $ 10,000 | Industry & Market Development | Canadian Bison Association Corp. | Bison | 2014-15 |
| Advancing Women Conference | Bringing together over 500 participants and about 12 speakers to discuss, share and collaborate on women's opportunities and focus on 4 main pillars of leadership. | $ 12,000 | Industry & Market Development | Iris Meck Communications Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| 2014 Alberta Goat Breeders Association AGM | An annual conference to participate in discussions that will shape the future of the goat breeding organization and industry. Traceability, biosecurity, marketing skills and animal health, were on the agenda. | $ 10,000 | Industry & Market Development | Alberta Goat Breeders Association | Goat | 2014-15 |
| Pure Prairie Eating Plan | The event will feature Canadian cuisine crafted from exclusively local ingredients. The event will include a presentation of the Pure Prairie Eating Plan by one of the authors while enjoying a multi‐course meal of locally sourced ingredients. | $ 1,000 | Industry & Market Development | Dietitians of
Alberta | | 2014-15 |
| 2014 Ag for Life Harvest Gala | Celebrating the harvest and showcasing foods grown and raised in Alberta, providing networking opportunities for agricultural producer groups, corporate Alberta, government and primary producers and informing guests of the programs in which Ag for Life invests. | $ 10,000 | Industry & Market Development | Agriculture for Life Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| Alberta Chicken Producers Platinum Brooding Workshop | Delivery of a Platinum Brooding® Workshop to Alberta Chicken Producers on sound brooding practices for implementation within Alberta broiler producer's facilities to limit the challenges associated with changing genetics, nutrition and health management as well as to enhance antimicrobial stewardship throughout the poultry supply chain in Alberta. | $ 6,740 | Industry & Market Development | Alberta Chicken Producers | Poultry | 2014-15 |
| 2014 Western Canadian Grazing Conference | “Going Beyond Sustainability” to address future challenges and understand the opportunities facing ruminant livestock producers and stewards of the land. The focus is on creating soil, increasing carbon capture, improving soil‐water‐air quality and addressing the profitability and quality of life needed for young people to choose to be part of our future beef industry. | $ 10,000 | Industry & Market Development | Agricultural Research and
Extension Council of Alberta | | 2014-15 |
| Tiffin Conference | This conference is aimed at progressive primary producers, agri‐business, agricultural entrepreneurs, and post‐secondary agriculture students. It is organized by a volunteer committee of people from a wide cross‐section of the agricultural industry in Southern Alberta. | $ 3,800 | Industry & Market Development | Lethbridge College | | 2014-15 |
| Banff Pork Seminar | Addressing the major issues facing the pork industry such as increasing exports, increasing domestic processing, increasing domestic consumption, reducing feed costs, improving production efficiency, reducing disease risks, improving animal nutrition, retrofitting existing farm facilities to meet new animal welfare guidelines, improving industry communication and management, supporting research and technology transfer, and training of highly qualified personnel. | $ 30,000 | Industry & Market Development | University of Alberta | Pork | 2014-15 |
| Advances in Protein Nutrition Across Lifespan | A one‐day conference on “Advances in Protein Nutrition Across the Lifespan.” While our knowledge of dietary protein continues to grow, so too does confusion surrounding the latest scientific discoveries. This meeting is geared towards all health professionals including physicians, dietitians and researchers. | $ 3,000 | Industry & Market Development | Canadian Nutrition Society | | 2014-15 |
| 24th Annual Conference | "SHOW ME THE MONEY" focused on how new technologies and discoveries within in the field of veterinary medicine can help producers maximize returns on their beef and dairy operations. | $ 10,000 | Industry & Market Development | Western Canadian Association of
Bovine Practitioners | Beef, Dairy | 2014-15 |
| Alberta Beef Industry Conference | PlaniT Beef‐ Make it Canadian ‐ fulfilling a strategy to grow the business around a unique and differentiated Canadian beef offering. Bringing our differentiated Canadian product to the world. Session topics focus on ways individuals can plan for the future, give insight into consumer demands, upcoming global trends, and how your industry leaders are working for them to move Canada's superior beef products overseas. | $ 19,150 | Industry & Market Development | Alberta Cattle Feeders' Association | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Annual 4‐H Alberta Provincial Leaders Conference | An annual institution in the fabric of the 4‐H organization. Approximately 300 4‐H leaders and staff from across Alberta, along with guests from across Canada and Montana, gather for three days of intense learning, invaluable networking and a whole lot of fun. This event has occurred for 71 years! | $ 20,000 | Industry & Market Development | 4‐H Foundation of Alberta | | 2014-15 |
| 1st International Bison Health Symposium | A symposium following a traditional format for veterinary continuing education conferences. That is, a welcoming reception allowing participants to engage each other, followed by a program of invited speakers presenting information in their particular area of expertise | $ 2,500 | Industry & Market Development | Universty of Saskatchewan | Bison | 2014-15 |
| 2015 Nutrition File Seminar | A series of professional nutrition education events hosted annually by Alberta Milk. The seminar is dedicated to health professionals and educators. Dietitians, public health nurses, pharmacists and some physicians attend as well as home economists, teachers, wellness coordinators and fitness instructors. | $ 10,000 | Industry & Market Development | Alberta Milk | Dairy | 2014-15 |
| 2015 Livestock Care Conference | An annual Livestock Care Conference in partnership with Alberta Veterinary Medicine Association (ABVMA). This conference provides an opportunity for researchers, industry, students, government and the public to address challenges and trends in animal care. | $ 12,500 | Industry & Market Development | Alberta Farm Animal Care | | 2014-15 |
| Bison Producers of Alberta (BPA) Sustainable Revenue Development Plan | Exploring options for funding opportunities and generation of sustainable income for the BPA. This will be facilitated through the hire of a business advisor/consultant to help establish viable options for a diverse base for program funding and support that will ensure long‐term success for the BPA. | $ 12,629 | Industry & Market Development | Bison Producers of Alberta | Bison | 2014-15 |
| ANUGA 2015 | The bison industry's presence at ANUGA is very important recognizing the future potential in Europe. A trade booth represented by the Canadian Bison Association and Canadian Rangeland Bison and Elk will share with the Canadian elk industry as represented by AWAPCO. | $ 5,558 | Industry & Market Development | Canadian Bison Association | Bison | 2014-15 |
| Development of a Bovine Leukemia Virus Control Program | Developing a producer‐driven and evaluated program that has a low entry level aim to improve production, longevity and welfare of cows. Enzootic Bovine Leukosis (EBL) caused by bovine leukemia virus (BLV) has long been considered as a production limiting disease, and its impact on production has recently become more clear. This is associated with decreased milk production, an increased risk of being culled and the potential development of leukosis. | $ 93,486 | Industry & Market Development | University of Calgary | | 2014-15 |
| Alberta Beef Community Engagement Campaign | Growing an in‐store retail / food service presence through developing more labeling and collateral programs, as well as an integrated marketing and communications plan that delivers key messages of taste and superior production methods, and pursuit of increased product sales and long‐term investment in the brand. | $ 376,250 | Industry & Market Development | Alberta Beef Producers | Beef | 2014-15 |
| The Genomics of Profitability | 2014 conference, with focus on how to transfer new research insights including those from genomic research into tangible results for the Albertan and Canadian livestock industries. This year’s topics include sessions on feed efficiency and forage as well as emerging evidence on the cost / benefit of genomics and (GE‐EPDs) as applied to commercial (as opposed to purebred) cattle. | $ 15,000 | Industry & Market Development | University of Alberta | | 2014-15 |
| An organic waste inventory for Alberta | Addressing major deficiencies Alberta’s organic waste: i. Waste composition; ii. Seasonal variation; iii. Geographic distribution by creating an Alberta organic waste inventory. | $ 75,000 | Strategic Initiatives | Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development | | 2014-15 |
| Modernization of livestock carcass grade standards | Facilitating in the development of a proposal for modernization of the regulations, standards and architecture of a standards authority. | $ 23,800 | Strategic Initiatives | Canadian Beef Grading Agency | Beef | 2014-15 |
| E. coli O157 research and education strategy: Phase II | Developing an executive summary brochure as a resource for packers, food service and retail trade partners in Canada. In collaboration with Health Canada the findings will be incorporated into consumer resources to be developed and distributed by Canada Beef Inc. | $ 109,000 | Strategic Initiatives | Canadian Cattlemen's Association | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Electronic livestock trading solution with physical clearing | AgriClear (ACR) is an electronic trading platform combined with physical clearing. ACR’s vision is to aid both buyers and sellers with a transformational and mutually beneficial means of transacting business which will reduce transaction costs; develop a transparent and highly dynamic market-based pricing mechanism for livestock; establish failsafe transactional security and build trust between industry sectors. | $ 450,600 | Strategic Initiatives | AgriClear Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| Canada West: Developing a delivery model for veterinary laboratory testing and disease surveillance in western Canada | Providing detailed strategic and financial analysis and a decision document for the partners as knowledge regarding the required outcomes, the current state of the services, and collaborative opportunities to stakeholders in animal health services in western Canada. | $ 240,000 | Strategic Initiatives | Prairie Diagnostic
Services Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| Pathways to the Chinese food retailer and consumer: Enabling Canadian exports to China: Opportunities & challenges | CAPI reported on China's market for high-quality food and beverage ingredients and products from Alberta and Canada. A mission focused on connecting with senior-levels of leading Chinese retailers, identified key barriers and opportunities and CAPI summarized and published its learnings and their policy implications for the benefit of agri-food stakeholders overall. | $ 15,000 | Strategic Initiatives | Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute (CAPI) | | 2014-15 |
| Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (CRSB) Development Project | The CRSB is a multi-stakeholder organization that works to advance continuous improvement in sustainability of the Canadian beef industry. The CRSB will ensure that the beef industry moves ahead in a coordinated, acceptable and relevant direction. | $ 439,450 | Strategic Initiatives | Canadian Cattlemen's Association | Beef | 2014-15 |
| National Retail Meat Case Benchmark Study | The National Meat Case Study will achieve logistical efficiencies and enhanced opportunities for knowledge acquisition by being conducted in parallel with the retail portion of the National Beef Quality Audit (NBQA). | $ 81,643 | Strategic Initiatives | Canadian Cattlemen's Association | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Targeted Forage Research Call | The targeted call for proposals focuses on forage research priority areas benefiting Alberta’s cattle producers. | $ 950,000 | Strategic Initiatives | Alberta Beef Producers | Beef | 2014-15 |
| WMS Project | Implementing a warehouse management system to improve the physical warehouse infrastructure, tracking systems, and wireless communication between product stations. | $ 120,816 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | High Noon Investment Corportation | | 2014-15 |
| New Production Installation ‐ Phase 1 | Installation of a new boiler, mixer, grinder to increase steam capacity for perogy products that require bacon, eggs, and dairy. | $ 156,081 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Heritage Frozen Foods Ltd. | Pork, Eggs, Dairy | 2014-15 |
| Productivity and Plant Efficiency Improvement Project | Improving production efficiency, consistency and output with the purchasing of new equipment (dicers and thermoforming packaging machine) to fill an immediate opportunity with Loblaws and Federated COOP. | $ 67,590 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Mountain Top Foods Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| ICP Building Expansion | Facility expansion and increased production capacity. | $ 142,900 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Intercity Packers Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Infrastructure Project | Upgrading infrastructure at the Northern Alberta Processing Co. plant with new blood and feather air condenser; a rail winch; and new lighting fixtures. | $ 91,100 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | West Coast Reduction Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Value Added Pastry Line | Enhancing preparation, production and process for pastry line. | $ 39,297 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Nossack Gourmet Foods Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Automated Equipment and Scale Equipment | Improving poultry processing efficiency, labelling and traceability. | $ 7,800 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Hutterian Brethren Church of Ridge Valley | Poultry | 2014-15 |
| Meat Processing Expansion | Increasing production with an additional smokehouse. | $ 8,971 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Medicine Hat Meat Traders Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| High Compression Conversion Project | Upgrading shaft presses into high compression presses. | $ 20,000 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | West Coast Reduction Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Meat Processing | Enhanced value‐added capacity with vacuum pack equipment, new scales and bar‐code printing and tracking software. | $ 7,220 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Lone Pine Farming Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| Overall Plant Revenue Enhancement Cost Reduction and Efficiency Improvements | Efficiency improvements with the purchase of boilers, dearator and softeners, and v‐mag machines for improved quality and safe operations in the plant. | $ 422,338 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | JBS Food Canada Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| Increase Production and Efficiency | Purchasing packaging equipment to improve efficiency and productivity and increase capacity. | $ 29,260 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Old Country Sausage Shop | | 2014-15 |
| Improving Traceability and Increasing Capacity for Free Range Pork Products | Automating inventory tracking to meet increased demand of free range pork products. Equipment additions include scales, a rail system within the coolers, and a vacuum filler. | $ 30,284 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Spragg's Meat Shop Ltd. | Pork | 2014-15 |
| Automatic Splitting Saws | Purchasing and installing two automatic splitting saws into a modified line for increased efficiency. | $ 272,603 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Olymel S.E.C. | | 2014-15 |
| Automated Organic Poultry Processing Facility | Installing automated poultry processing equipment for the new, state of the art organic poultry processing facility to increase capacity by 200,000 birds/year. | $ 432,209 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Sunworks Farm (2013) Ltd. | Poultry | 2014-15 |
| Nanton Production ‐ Equipment Selection, Product Testing and Planning | Developing a functional plan for the expansion of the facility and developing a process that increases overall capacity and productivity. | $ 1,794,250 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Mountain Top Foods Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Packaging Machine Upgrade ‐ Equipment and Process | Improving the efficiency of a multi‐species, federally inspected slaughter and boning facility with the installation of a new vacuum packaging machine in the boning and pack‐off operation. | $ 74,666 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Bouvry Exports Calgary Ltd. | Horse | 2014-15 |
| Fabrication and Refrigeration Upgrade | Upgrading the fabrication and refrigeration equipment. | $ 1,000,000 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Harmony Beef Company Ltd. | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Red Deer Facility Dairy Products Processing | A significant overhaul of the Red Deer facility to enable processing of milk solids non‐fat into higher valued products. | $ 2,000,000 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Saputo Dairy Products G.P. | Dairy | 2014-15 |
| Southern Alberta Processing Co. Hide Chain | Installing a hide chain to improve the efficiency of the hide processing operation. | $ 24,500 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | West Coast Reduction Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Enhanced Capacity for Portion Control Packaging | Expanding operations with a double chamber vacuum machine that will be utilized for packaging portion cut steaks for newly developed wholesale markets. | $ 4,810 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Foothills Custom Meat Processors Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Automation of Beef Patty Line | Automating the beef patty line with the addition of in‐line grinders, conveyors and a high throughput automatic forming machine to compete into the wholesale and foodservice markets. | $ 9,555 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Family Meats 2011 Ltd. | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Kitchen 1 Capital Upgrade Project | Implementing a new system to eliminate the drawbacks of outdated designs while dramatically improving convenience, safety and cleanliness. Additionally installing a dry ingredient mixer and micro system to improve process automation, process improvement and technology upgrades. | $ 579,271 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Champion Petfoods (GP) Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Smokehouse Replacement, Addition and Reconfiguration | Improving efficiency with a new smokehouse. | $ 100,320 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Nossack Fine Meats Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Food Safety and Machinery Update for Di Latte Cheese | Purchasing production equipment that will allow increased capacity and meet customer demand. | $ 17,920 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | White Gold Cheese Factory Ltd. | Dairy | 2014-15 |
| Sausage Cutter Replacement | Increasing capacity with a new sausage cutter to maximize production and increase capacity. | $ 41,960 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Nossack Fine Meats Ltd. | Pork | 2014-15 |
| Improving Supply Chain Productivity and Enhanced Meat Processing Capacity | Increasing capacity with semi‐automated, high output equipment, refrigeration upgrades, and facility design. | $ 55,600 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Hutterian Brethren Church of Pine Haven | | 2014-15 |
| Hog Slaughter Annex | Augmenting beef slaughter capacity with hog slaughtering operations. | $ 10,002 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Country Quality Meat Cutting Ltd. | Pork | 2014-15 |
| New Egg Grading Machine | New egg grading machine with future traceability capacity. | $ 16,210 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | GV Colony Farming Co. Ltd. | Eggs | 2014-15 |
| Automation of Bison Processing to Increase Productivity | Installing a meat slicer and vacuum packaging machine to improve the processing capacity and efficiency. | $ 6,489 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Olson's High Country Bison Company | Bison | 2014-15 |
| 2014 Plant Upgrades for Cost and Energy Efficiencies and Food Safety | Upgrading for cost and processing efficiencies, food safety and ergonomics. | $ 22,430 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | SunGold Specialty Meats Ltd. | Sheep | 2014-15 |
| Addition of Fry Line | Installing a complete fry line including batter breading and automatic kebab forming/stick inserting machine. | $ 138,083 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Siwin Foods Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Pilot Plant | Designing, building and equipping a product development pilot plant. | $ 45,365 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Siwin Foods Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Value‐Added Processing Capacity Expansion | Acquiring value‐added processing equipment for an enhanced sausage processing line to facilitate the transition to marketing products into wholesale and food service markets. | $ 16,032 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Copperfield Farms Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| EPIC Liquid Egg Expansion | Installing raw product and blended product storage systems for a liquid egg processing facility to improve compliance with product temperature requirements. | $ 65,252 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Egg Processing Innovation Cooperation | Eggs | 2014-15 |
| Packing Equipment Upgrades | Upgrading packaging to improve pack size options and labeling enhancements for multiproduct daily runs. Purchasing of a metal detection device also increases product safety and security. | $ 43,628 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Mountain Dog Enterprises Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| Camrose Colony Slaughter Facility | Purchasing cooling equipment to make the red meat facility more efficient and add value within the local market and farm store. | $ 4,899 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Hutterian Brethren Church of Camrose | | 2014-15 |
| Expansion Automation and Efficiency Project 2014 | Upgrading automated systems to increase productivity and reduce cost, as well as improve traceability. | $ 6,885 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | McLane's Meats Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Japan Sausage Processing | Enhanced fresh sausage processing to meet the demand of a new customer in Japan. | $ 13,060 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Trochu Meat Processors Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Upgrade to Cow's Milk Cheese Production | Upgrading of a sheep cheese making facility to include cow milk cheese production. | $ 934 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | The Cheesiry F. Incorporated | Dairy | 2014-15 |
| BHJ Canada Meat Products Inc. | Investigating expansion opportunities at the Foothills site with order of magnitude cost estimates for construction. | $ 8,950 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | BHJ Canada Meat Products Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| Calgary Distribution Improvement Project | Setting up a refrigerated distribution hub to enable better quality practices, expansion and control of the All Asia Fresh Foods product line. | $ 8,000 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | All Asia Fresh Foods Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| Vacuum Filling Machine | Purchasing a continuous vacuum filling machine suitable for filling, portion and linking sausage. | $ 8,524 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Bashaw Meats and Sausage Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Ben's Meats and Deli ‐ Smoker | Replacing a smoker for greater efficiency, safety and productivity. | $ 9,800 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | 847552 Alberta Ltd. o/a Ben's Meats and Deli | | 2014-15 |
| Protein and Fat Recovery Project | Recovering proteins and fats from the process condensate, through the use of Dissolved Air Flotation ("DAF") systems. | $ 225,128 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | West Coast Reduction Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| New Equipment | Purchasing food processing equipment and training employees to enhance efficiency and value‐added capacity at a red meat facility with production into local markets and farm store. | $ 15,050 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Hutterian Brethren Church of Camrose | | 2014-15 |
| Filling Portioner for Meat Based Cannelloni | Purchasing a patty former machine to replace the manual scooping of portions for meat based cannelloni. | $ 3,400 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Troika Foods | | 2014-15 |
| Batch Pasteurizer Walk‐in Cooler and Ricotta Machine | Purchasing a batch pasteurizer, walk‐in cooler, and Ricotta making machine to meet a growing demand. | $ 21,178 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | White Gold Cheese Factory | Dairy | 2014-15 |
| Equipment Purchase | Installing a new Poly‐Clip machine and food slicer to ensure Rollover dog food rolls are sealed correctly, as well as reduce waste, improve product quality and increase productivity. | $ 49,472 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Rollover Premium Pet Food | | 2014-15 |
| Wonton Automation | Reducing labour cost and increasing wonton output. | $ 3,500 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | All Asia Fresh Foods Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| Shrink Wrapper Training | Purchasing a shrink tunnel system training. | $ 3,009 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Bles‐Wold Yogurt Inc. | Dairy | 2014-15 |
| Box Erector | Purchasing fully automated carton erectors for improved labour efficiency and safety. | $ 76,587 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Maple Leaf Foods Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| 2014 Valbella Upgrade and Addition | Implementing a new combined cold smoke/liquid smoke smokehouse and steam boiler for increased capacity. | $ 37,620 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Pioneer Meats Ltd | | 2014-15 |
| Calgary Phase IV | Increasing plant capacity with new equipment and process automation which will permit moving current production from other provinces to Calgary. | $ 545,041 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Cargill Limited | | 2014-15 |
| ICP Building Expansion II | Expansion of capacity. | $ 391,014 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Intercity Packers | | 2014-15 |
| 2015 Project | Purchasing a new filler packaging machine to make a new product called Burrata. | $ 98,375 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Alberta Cheese Company Ltd. | Dairy | 2014-15 |
| Automatic Grader and Packer | Installing an automatic egg grader and packer for improved efficiency. | $ 24,800 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Britestone Farming Co. Ltd. | Eggs | 2014-15 |
| Shrink Wrapper | Purchasing a shrink tunnel system to replace a corrugated boxes system for improved efficiency and environmental stewardship. | $ 11,525 | Agri-Processing Automation and Efficiency Program | Bles‐Wold Yogurt Inc. | Dairy | 2014-15 |
| New Product Development and Continuation of Recipe Formulation | Reformulating 20 existing products and developing 6 new meat products to improve costs, incorporate antimicrobial and anti‐allergens ingredients and reduce sodium content to meet CFIA requirements. | $ 59,246 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | Capital Packers Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| Halal Pepperoni Sticks | Providing the market with new pepperoni offerings. | $ 17,708 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | El Nour Deli Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| Website and Label Design | Establishing a website to market products and supporting retail efforts with Co‐op in Red Deer and Calgary. | $ 2,000 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | Lone Pine Farming Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| WRA International Market Development | Generating interest for a premium beef brand, Western Royal Angus (WRA), in domestic markets and through distribution partnerships with international companies. | $ 38,700 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | Western Feedlots Ltd. | Beef | 2014-15 |
| Elk Antlers and Pet Chews | Developing, producing and selling elk antler, pet chews for dogs, to be sold in a retail store chain. | $ 5,544 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | Riverbend Elk Farm Ltd. | Elk | 2014-15 |
| Sales Development | Launching three new products and developing a website, sales and conference materials to penetrate food service channel and select food manufacturers. | $ 27,273 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | Egg Processing Innovations Cooperative | Eggs | 2014-15 |
| Myers Eastern Packaging Development | Developing a new name brand "Meyer's" for Eastern Canada Retail Frozen Department. | $ 38,420 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | 710769 Alberta Limited o/a Royal Food Products | | 2014-15 |
| Torta Project | Introducing a cream cheese base torta, farm fresh cream cheese blended and layered with herbs, fruits and nuts. A food entertainment item for parties and at home celebrations. | $ 24,800 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | Bles‐Wold Yogurt Inc. | Dairy | 2014-15 |
| Market Development | Travel to SIAL in Paris to understand market potential, make customer contacts, and view product innovations for product development both in Canada and abroad. | $ 2,200 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | Top Grass Cattle Co. Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Launching a New Marketing Campaign | Developing and launching a new website in order to target new customers with rebranded Meadow Creek. | $ 2,275 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | Meadow Creek Sausage and Meat Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Latin Foods Business Plan. A strategy for increasing production capacity | Developing a new plan to increase capacity and solving production bottle necks. | $ 1,500 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | Latin Foods Inc. | | 2014-15 |
| Stuffed Antler Chews | Developing a line of stuffed antler chews for sale through pet stores throughout Canada. | $ 32,592 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | Rollover Premium Pet Foods | | 2014-15 |
| Value‐ Added Meat Processing Facility Development and Feasibility Assessment | Assessing costs and implementation requirements to retrofit a building for value‐added processing and increase capacity. | $ 27,500 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | TK Ranch at Inverlake Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Product Development of Value‐Added Meats | Developing a business performance strategy/plan for expanding value‐added processing capacity while developing 10 new products complete with nutritional analysis and marketing labels. | $ 4,340 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | Bauer Meats Ltd. | | 2014-15 |
| Marketing in Japan and Korea | Gaining export access to the Japanese and South Korean markets through visits with buyers, building relations, and providing product samples. | $ 43,742 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | Siwin Foods | | 2014-15 |
| Federated Co‐op Private Label Wagyu Burger | Developing and launching a retail packaged private label burger for all Federated Co‐op stores including Calgary Co‐op and other stores. | $ 13,051 | Agri-Processing Product and Market Development Program | Brant Lake Cattle Co. Ltd. | Beef | 2014-15 |