Alberta Beef Producers announces withdrawal from Canadian Cattle Association

Glacier FarmMedia—On August 12, 2025, the Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) introduced their determination to withdraw their membership from the Canadian Cattle Affiliation, efficient July 1, 2026.

The choice was made following in depth determination and strategic overview by the board of ABP.

In a press launch, Doug Roxburgh, chair of ABP, stated nationwide organizations just like the CCA should ship worth to Alberta’s cattle producers.

He stated ABP has excessive requirements for fiscal transparency, governance and communications, and so they count on the identical from the organizations they’re concerned with.

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“The CCA doesn’t meet these requirements,” stated Roxburgh, who raises cattle close to Bentley.

“After seeing no significant progress or willingness to vary, we’ve made the choice to withdraw our membership,” he stated.

Roxburgh stated ABP has an obligation to Albertan producers to verify their {dollars} are invested in organizations that replicate and advance the beef industry’s values.

ABP will proceed to be absolutely dedicated to representing Alberta’s cattle producers and be sure that their pursuits are advocated for on the provincial and federal ranges.

Brad Dubeau, Common Supervisor of ABP, stated the group will proceed to ship robust illustration for Alberta’s beef trade.

“In gentle of the Board’s determination, we’ve mapped a powerful path ahead to make sure Alberta’s voice continues to be heard- provincially, nationally and internationally,” he stated.

ABP will fulfill all its monetary obligations to the CCA till the conclusion of the settlement on June 30, 2026.

ABP at the moment funds over 50 per cent of the CCA funds by the two-dollar Alberta service cost. ABP’s determination to withdraw from CCA won’t have an effect on funding to the Canadian Beef Check-off Agency, or its service suppliers, which embody Canada Beef, Public and Stakeholder Engagement, and the Beef Cattle Analysis Council.

ABP stated its objective is to prioritize the long-term power and viability of its provincial operations, a call that may proceed to construct a resilient, clear and producer-driven group that may meet the evolving nature of Alberta’s cattle trade.