Date: May, 2007
Abstract: In the wake of the discovery of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) in May 2003 which created market access disturbances, the Canadian beef sector has attempted to implement structural changes in order to improve efficiencies and optimize profitability. Canada has superior cattle traceability and monitoring programs, as well as developed communication channels from farmer to retailer, aiding in disease outbreak control and co-ordination, which in turn boosts consumer confidence. This was the ...
Research Type: Ag Focus