Bison Link Apr 2010

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Bringing industry news to the membership
Spring 2010
PRESIDENTS MESSAGE
In this Issue:
President’s Message…....1
Executive Director’s
Report…………… ….…2
Cash advance program…3
CBA news…………........4
MBA news…....…..........5
SBA news…...……........6
BPA news…………..…..7
Market report……….8&9
Benchmarking project..10
Photo Contest………....10
Directory Update…......11
CBA Board /Staff…......12
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would appreciate it if the members and
regions could regularly contribute content to the news letter. Regional developments in this issue are an excellent
start.
I would like to congratulate the Bison
Producers of Alberta, the Saskatchewan Bison Association and the Manitoba Bison Association for their successful events in March and April. This
success has generated interest in the
potential of holding a summer field day
in July. Tentatively, Manitoba is planning such an event for July 23rd and 24th
and Alberta has agreed to plan a summer field day at a similar time in 2011.
Of course, the following year we will
have IBC 2012. In the past, summer
field days proved to be excellent opportunities to learn and network in a ranch
environment. More information will be
available shortly.
Although the prices of bison have been
strong, looming shortages are of concern in terms of our ability to meet the
needs of our client base – a client base
that the industry has worked hard to
establish. The appreciation of the Canadian dollar is worrisome and the devaluation of the EURO is also cause for
concern as the EU marketplace is important to Canadian bison producers
and marketers. The Canadian government and the EU are presently in talks
to strengthen our economic relationship
by dealing with the present trade constraints. Removing the 20% tariff from
high quality meat being exported to
the EU would be beneficial to EU consumers and the Canadian bison industry. To this end I have been involved in
exploratory talks with EU officials and
will keep the industry informed as information becomes available.
In addition to the EU and U.S. markets,
it is great to see that other markets are
also being developed. The presence of
bison at the 2010 winter Olympics gave
many international guests a “taste of
bison”, an experience that may lead
them to becoming bison consumers.
The increased activity in the United
Arab Emirates is also a positive sign.
Despite the present shortages of some
bison products, it is important to use
cost effective tools to highlight the profile of bison, domestically and internationally.
Over the summer CBA staff will continue to work on traceability projects.
These projects are very important to
ensure that the traceability requirements of the bison industry are met.
Work will also be done on gathering
data to establish production benchmarks and other standards for the industry. This type of information will be
valuable to the industry and allow us to
better understand related costs. In order for these projects to succeed and
the industry to benefit from them, we
require the participation of producers.
Planning will also continue on IBC
2012. With your participation and support we will host a world class event
that will help to raise the level of awareness of the industry and the fantastic
products that flow from it.
LIVESTOCK AND POULTRY TRACEABILITY –
A PRIORITY FOR FEDERAL AND PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENTS
Terry Kremeniuk, Executive Director CBA
The vision is for a secure National Agriculture and
Food Traceability System to better serve citizens,
industry and Government. The system will provide
timely, accurate, and relevant information management, market access, industry competitiveness and
consumer confidence.
Because of the priority placed on poultry and livestock traceability, over the next two years there will
be regular reports on traceability developments in
Canada and the possible impact on the bison industry.
the National Pork Board, the Dairy Farmers of America, and the American Veterinary Medical Association
supported the system as a means to be able to trace
diseased animals and prevent the spread of disease.
There was a presentation on a project that used global
positioning systems to monitor truck movement and
how this technology could be used to deal with
livestock and poultry disease management. Because
many trucks hauling livestock, poultry and feed already have such technology, their movement was
tracked. A disease outbreak was simulated and the
technology was used to identify what vehicles were
on the infected farm and where the vehicles may
have comingled. Information that was collected at a
command centre was able to provide useful disease
management data in a matter of hours.
There have also been tests at a number of auction
markets across the country to determine how effective today’s technology is at reading the RFID tags of
animals going through the auction market system.
Although more work is required, read rates were
affected by the group size of animals going through
the system and the speed at which they were moving
through the system.
BERNIE KOT-K1 BISON– reading tags of purchased calves
n mid-April, I attended a two-day meeting of the Industry – Government Advisory Group (IGAC) on poultry
and livestock traceability in Canada. Information was
shared and discussed on international traceability developments, functionality of present technology, and the
status of the premises registration in each province,
legislative framework required, the results of traceability
trials at auctions markets, and how future costs of traceability in Canada may be shared.
It was interesting to note that all animal products destined for the European market from Brazil must be fully
traceable. The system that is used is a paper based
system that appears administratively burdensome. The
system appears in many respects to be similar to the
bison industry’s record of movement with more extensive third-part involvement in recording and reporting.
The Brazilians were investigating the system that is being developed in Canada and its potential in their country. There were also observations about the U.S. decision to “scrap” the National Animal Identification System
(NAIS). There was strong opposition to NAIS by beef
cattle producers, however,
Premises identification is one of the three pillars of
traceability. The provincial governments were given
the responsibility for ensuring that premises were correctly registered. All provinces have made progress
in premises registration with some provinces requiring mandatory registration while others are using the
voluntary approach. There is some industry concern
about the lack of premises registration being
standardized amongst provinces. A group of officials
is working to ensure that these different approaches
can be effectively integrated into the two major data
bases, Traceability Quebec (ATQ) and the Canadian
Cattle Identification (CCIA) database. Presentations
by these two agencies reinforced the need for continued cooperation to ensure that all producers receive
quality traceability services at a reasonable cost.
Research on traceability costs indicates that costs for
a complete traceability system are significant. The
contributions of producers (bison producers for example) who already make a significant contribution to
traceability through tag purchases, information recording and information reporting. These costs and
other costs in a traceability system are being quantified to the extent that this is possible. Once this information is obtained and evaluated, industry and
government will be required to decide on how these
costs will be shared.
Bison Cash Advance Payments Program - Are changes needed?
In April of 2008, the Bison Cash Advance Payments Program was announced. As of February
2010 there had been 106 loans approved for almost $11.0 million. Of the applications, 2 have
been in BC for $50,000, 45 in Alberta for 4.8 million, 48 in Saskatchewan for $5.2 million, and
10 in Manitoba for $600,000.
Feedback on the program has been very positive but there have been questions about the April
1st start date of the program and the requirement that loans must be repaid by the end of September.
The Canadian Bison Association has been requested by several producers to change the program dates. Although there have been several program starting dates suggested, the most
common request has been to change the beginning date of the program to July 1st of each
year. This would require that the loan be paid off by December 31st - 18 months later. Several
producers have suggested that the three months at the end of the year is more compatible with
when their bison are marketed.
Making changes to the program commencement date is possible but more input from
program participants is required.
Please call Terry Kremeniuk at 306-522-4762 or email him at [email protected] with your feedback.
The CBA is pleased to announce that Andrea Milligan has joined the team as the new office manager. Andrea brings years of experience in office management with her and prides herself as a
team player. She excels in accounting, and all facets of office administration. Andrea has held positions within private and government agencies as well as non profit groups.
Andrea and her family have made Regina their home for many years . Andrea looks forward to
working with the members and she is excited about being part of the bison industry.
Welcome Andrea to the Canadian Bison Association.
The Canadian Bison Association’s Long Distance Carrier Update
We would like to let everyone know that CBA’s Long Distance program has been provided through West Can Communications since
2007.
Unfortunately, we had some calls from members that had not switched over to West Can when we moved to them in 2007, and had
remained with Ensync. They called us as their 1+ dialing for long distance calling cancelled with Ensync.
We are pleased to advise you that West Can has been in the long distance business since 1991, when long distance was first
de-regulated, with residential and business clients throughout Canada.
The rates for Bison Members are as follows
3.5 cents per minute direct dial long distance within Canada and to the USA
2.5 cents per minute between members within Canada on the SG2 plan set up specifically for Bison Members.
3.5 cents per minute for toll inbound toll free calls throughout Canada and from the USA.
$1.49 Monthly recurring charge
12 cents per minute for domestic calling card calls
One time set up/transfer fee for toll free numbers of $4.95
International calls are rated per country.
**Please note that this plan can be passed onto friend or family members, please ensure that they specify the SG2-Bison Long
Distance Plan and provide our customer service staff with the name and phone number that referred them to the plan.
For any referrals that result as a new customer a $5 credit will be applied to the original customer's account.
If you are interested in the SG2-Bison Long Distance Plan, please contact West Can Communications @ 1-800-665-0384
Order Back Issues of Smoke Signals Today
The Canadian Bison Association has an inventory of back issues of Smoke Signals dating back to 1990. These valuable magazines
not only have a wealth of information about bison production but they will give you an appreciation of the industry’s history and the
pioneers who built the industry to what it is today.
We will ship these near complete sets of Smoke Signals to you for the cost of shipping. Please call the Canadian Bison Association
office today at 1-306-522-4766 or send an e-mail to [email protected].
Coming Events
Back to the Grass Auction
Kramer Big Bid Barn
North Battleford, SK
May 12, 2010
11:00 AM
To consign call
306-445-5000
National Bison Association
Summer Conference
June 17-19, 2010
Shipshewana, IN
For more information go to
www.bisoncentral.com
Canadian Bison Association
Summer Field Day-See Insert
July 23, 24 & 25 2010
Binscarth, MB
Hosted by Manitoba Bison Association
Call the CBA office for details
National Bison Association
National Convention
Gold Trophy Show & Sale
January 2011
Denver, CO
Canadian Bison Association
National Convention
Canadian National Show & Sale
November 21-23, 2010
Regina, SK
306-522-4766
IBC 2012
(INTERNATIONAL BISON
CONFERENCE)
“Experience the Difference”
July ,2012
Montreal, Quebec
Watch for details in Smoke Signals
The Saskatchewan Bison Association Show and Sale committee
were pleased with the results of this years event. Due to the
high demand for bison the numbers were down but the quality
and the prices paid for the animals was strong. In conjunction
with the Show & Sale the SBA held their AGM and a new
President and several new board members were elected. Along
with the AGM the final producer meeting /seminars in a series
of three (thank you to the Sask Ministry of Agriculture) across
the province was held. All in all it was a very successful event
and the future is looking very encouraging in the bison industry.
Many thanks to all the volunteers and the dedicated sponsors
who support the Show & Sale.
Yearling Bulls: Sponsor Prairie Land & Bison
Gold, 390 white, Irish Creek Bison, John& Joanne Dorey.
Silver, 11 yellow, XY Bison Ranch, Bill & Faye Bouffioux.
Bronze, 345 white, Irish Creek Bison, John & Joanne Dorey
Pen of 3 Hfr calves: Sponsor Battlefords Tourism
Gold 6, 19, &27 green, Taylor Bison, Bev Taylor.
Silver, 328, 323, &335, Rioelta Bison, Leo & Rita Schmaus
Bronze, 590, 647, &659 pink, Beaver Creek Wood Bison
Pen of 3 Yearling Heifers: Sponsor Cavalier Agro
Gold, 282,287&294 yellow, Rioelta Bison, Leo&Rita Schmaus.
Silver, 3,7,&24, yellow, Torch River Bison, Greg Pagen.
Bronze 28,34, &55 yellow, Torch River Bison, Greg Pagen.
The 2011 SBA Premium Stock Show & Sale will be held March 4 &
5 in North Battleford.
HIGH SELLERS BREEDIG CLASSES
Premier Breeder Sponsor Canadian Prairie Bison
2009 Bull calves
$2,800
2008 Bulls
$3,000
Rioelta Bison, Leo & Rita Schmaus
Champion Male-Sponsor Wolverine Bison Co.
2009 Pen of 3 Hfrs $1,000(each) 2008 Pen of 3 Hfrs $1,300(each)
390 White, Irish Creek Bison
2007 Bulls
$2,350
Champion Pen of Hfrs-Sponsor Weyburn Inland Terminal COMMERCIAL BISO SALE(Kramer Auction Sales Ltd.)
Pen 39, Rioelta Bison Leo & Rita Schmaus
Peoples Choice Fdr Bu Sponsor Ruthles Bison
Pen 85, Taylor Bison
Peoples Choice Fdr Hfrs Sponsor Smokehaus Meats & Deli
B3, Taylor Bison
Bull calves: Sponsors West Central Pelleting
Gold Tag 318 yellow, Rioelta Bison, Leo & Rita Schmaus.
Silver Tag 22 orange , Taylor Bison, Bev Taylor.
Bronze 661 pink, Beaver Creek Wood Bison, Brad Ramstad
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Saskatchewan Bison Producers Elect New Chair
At the 2010 Annual Meeting of the Saskatchewan Bison Association (SBA), Les Kroeger was elected Chair. Les
replaces Mark Silzer who has served the SBA chair for the past eight years.
Les Kroeger began his bison operation with his father with the purchase of four bison from Bill Lenton – one of the
pioneers of the bison industry in Canada.
“When I started in the industry, there were only 24 producers in Saskatchewan” states Les.
Today there are about 150 head of bison on the Rosedale Bison operation. When they began their operation the focus was on marketing
bison products directly to consumers. Although they continue to direct market some product, the shortage of time and improved market
prices have encouraged Rosedale Bison to market their calves.
Les was one of the founding members of the Saskatchewan Bison Association. “We had the SBA office in our home for several years”
states Les. He has held several positions on the SBA board and served two terms on the Canadian Bison Association Board. Les has
been actively involved in volunteering for the SBA since its inception – not only in Saskatchewan, but also in Alberta and Manitoba.
“I have had the opportunity to experience the industry as it grew through the 1990’s and during the restructuring that took place since
2001. Despite the highs and the lows, I have always been impressed with the quality of the people in the industry and their willingness
to share their knowledge. As the SBA and the industry move forward, my goal is to build on the foundation that those before me have
established” concluded Les.
Kurt Wigness continues as Vice President of the SBA. Newly elected members include Les Thiessen, Bruce Harvey, Harold Hubick, &
Bernard Ferner.
For more information contact the Saskatchewan Bison Association -1-306-585-6304
MAITOBA BISO ASSOCIATIO
GREAT SPIRIT SHOW & SALE
The 2010 Great Spirit Show & Sale was again a success and went off without a hitch thanks to the few dedicated
volunteers and judges that contributed.
Once again we were privileged to have out of province consigners who travelled from as far as Alberta and Saskatchewan. We were also fortunate to have members attend the Great Spirit Show and Sale AGM and Awards
banquet.
We would like to extend a big thanks to Heartland livestock and their staff for having an exceptional facility and
for also supporting the MBA.
Thanks to all the consignors and buyers who brought superior stock to the show and sale which was reflected in
the buyers purchase price.
Without the support of all the above our industry would not be where it is today!
We would like to send best wishes to Jaimie Moran aka. Malone and hope he has a speedy recovery.
May you have a safe and prosperous 2010 and hope to see you all at the 2011 Great Spirit Show and Sale.
Carmen Ramstead, Assiniboine Valley Bison Ranch
MBA Secretary
780-790-1541 [email protected]
MAITOBA BISO ASSOCIATIO GREAT SPIRIT SHOW & SALE RESULTS
GRAND CHAMPION MALE
Shale Creek Bison Ranch 1280
$2600
RESERVED GRAND CHAMPION MALE
Silver Creek Bison Ranch 1785 lbs
$3100
GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE
Shale Creek Bison Ranch 1095
$3600
2007 BULLS
WEIGHT
1st place Silver Creek Bison Ranch 1785
2nd
Silver Creek Bison Ranch 1885
3rd
Antler River Ranches
1550
2008 BULLS
1st place
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
Shale Creek Bison Ranch
Silver Creek Bison Ranch
Bison Spirit Ranch
Bison Spirit Ranch
Silver Creek Bison Ranch
Average Price $2669
WEIGHT
She Creek Bison Ranch
650
Beaver Creek Bison Ranch 610
Flying Macs
740
Flying Macs
660
Flying Macs
715
Average Price $1345
RESERVED GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE
Shale Creek Bison Ranch 1005
Average price $2566
2009 BULLS
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
$2300
PRICE
$3100
$2700
$1900
Average Weight 1740
1280
1455
1425
1390
1200
$2600
$3200
$3200
$2500
$3000
Average Weight 1298
2008 HEIFERS
1st
Shale Creek Bison Ranch
2nd
Shale Creek Bison Ranch
3rd
Bison Spirit Ranch
4th
Antler River Ranches
5th
Silver Creek Bison Ranch
Average Price $2485
2009 HEIFERS
1st
Rough Bark Bison Co.
2nd
Bison Spirit Ranch
3rd
Beaver Creek Wood Bison
4th
Shale Creek Bison Ranch
5th
Rough Bark Bison Co
Average Price $1614
PRICE
$1800
$2500
$1900
$1100
$1100
Average Weight 645
1095
1005
1075
1055
970
$3600
$2300
$2400
$2200
$3000
Average Weight 968
670
620
535
555
575
$1700
$2300
$2200
$2200
$1200
Average Weight 570
Plan to attend the 2011 Great Spirit
Show & Sale the first weekend in April.
Spring Convention – It was a Time to Re-Connect !
March 5th and 6th were the dates of the BPA Convention and AGM
– Drayton Valley was the location – learning, networking, good
food and fun were on the agenda. An event to bring Alberta’s
bison producers together was long overdue, and by the start of the
year Marvin Moore was making phone calls.
tion (beef in his case, but one could see how branding would also
work for bison) .
The Annual General Meeting for the Bison Producers of Alberta
commenced at 9 AM. Tom Olson gave the Chairman’s Report,
outlining the accomplishments the BPA had achieved over the
past year (including regional meetings, increased government
The decision was made to hold our Convention and AGM at a
presence, positive media profile). The report on the Check-Off
central location, and to hold it in conjunction with a regular Sekura Bison Auction. Some difficulties were encountered coordi- Levy for bison sold or slaughtered in Alberta showed a decline in
nating dates around Easter, finding an available venue, arranging revenue from last year, and various solutions were discussed. The
speakers and sponsors, but the plan was implemented. And it was Check-Off Levy was also addressed in the report on the proposed
Business Strategic Plan for the BPA, given by Pierre and Keleigh
a successful plan - judging by the 131 people that came to the
Cormier. With funding from the Alberta Livestock and Meat
Westwind Motor Inn and their positive feedback.
Agency, the BPA engaged Paulson Cormier & Associates to assist
and Food (Mobile Slaughter Facility); Joe Dermo with AFSC
in identifying the role of the BPA in the future. Their report was
(Financing Your Bison Operation) – and a panel on Direct Marketing that featured Peter and Judy Haase of Buffalo Horn Ranch the culmination of their research and meetings, and offered various ways for the BPA to more effectively assist Alberta Bison
along with Paul Kolesar of Kickin’ Ash Buffalo Meat Products.
producers to grow and be successful.
The highlight of the evening was the delicious Bison Banquet,
As the AGM adjourned, the crowd was off to the last part of the
with roasts supp
Friday began with seminars presented by an exceptional line-up of Spring Event activities - the Bison Sale at Sekura’s Auction. Producers, marketers, and curious onlookers filled the stands – even
speakers : Terry Kremeniuk of the CBA (National
Update),
the Honorable Jack Hayden was in attendance. Enthusiastic bidDr. Roy Lewis (Bison Health-Parasites and Minerals), Thomas
ding resulted in prices that were up again from February, with the
Ackerman of Canadian Rangeland (Markets for Your Bison),
highlight of the sale being the top Breeding Bull from Hanson
Marvin Moore of KLB Bison (Fencing and Handling Systems),
Ranches at Valhalla Centre, AB which sold for $4,000.
Jayson Galbraith with Alberta Agriculture lied by Canadian
Rangeland Bison. Cooked by Drayton Valley’s own Gerry Pohling, the Westwind staff served it up with appetizing buffet dishes Overall, the 2010 BPA Spring Convention was a great success !
One that was made possible through the hard work of the BPA
to complete the dinner. Following the meal, Greetings were
Board of Directors, office staff – and most of all, the support of
extended from Wes Tweedle (Reeve of Brazeau County) and
Dianna McQueen (area MLA). But it was the Guest Speaker, the our Sponsors. We would like to thank the following :
Honorable Jack Hayden (Minister of Agriculture and Food) who
really had everyone’s attention. Mr. Hayden, who lives on a farm Platinum
near Endiang, spoke of the focus his Ministry has to promote
•
Canadian Rangeland Bison (Armin Mueller & Thomas
agriculture prosperity for Alberta through a strong, competitive,
Ackerman)
sustainable food industry – and how bison fit with that plan. He •
Alberta Livestock and Meat Agency
noted several issues facing the bison industry such as the 20%
•
Alberta Financial Services Corporation
tariff on our meat going to the E.U. and our inability to ship meat
Gold
across Canada from provincially inspected plants. Through his
•
Olson’s High Country Bison (Tom Olson)
talk, and in answering audience questions, Mr. Hayden acknowl- •
Hanson Bison Ranch (Serle Hanson & Troy Hanson)
edged our concerns and gave assurance that he understood a great •
KLB Bison Ranch (Marvin & Fran Moore)
deal about the bison industry. Our very capable MC for the day
•
Carmen Creek Gourmet Bison Meat
– Marvin Moore – thanked the Minister for being a part of our
(Pieter Spinder, Kelly Long and Dean Andres)
event, and noted the bison industry was looking forward to work•
Canadian Bison Association
ing closely with his department.
•
Morand Industries (Larry & Linda Morrill)
Silver
Then it was time for Corey Sekura to demonstrate his
auc•
Big Bend Market (Ivan Smith)
tioneering skills and begin the “Fun Auction”. With lively bidTaylor Bison Ranches (Don & Bev Taylor)
ding on the many donated items, there was truly a ‘fun’ ending to •
•
Alberta Traceability
the day’s activities.
•
AFRD – Regulatory Services Branch
Saturday morning started early with a buffet breakfast and two
Discussion is already underway for the 2011 Spring Convention
very informative presentations. Terry Kremeniuk was first with
an update on Traceability - what is involved for the bison
pro- and AGM with the second or third weekend of March as suggested dates. We look forward to an even bigger and better event
ducer and what it will mean for bison marketing. Terry was folfor next year – and hope to see you there.
lowed by Christoph Weder, a beef producer who spoke on the
marketing power of ‘branding’ a product that has a lot of competi-
Saskatchewan Bison Association Benchmarking Project
Looking for Participants
The Saskatchewan Bison Association has received funding to benchmark cost-of-production and production performance data for bison
operations involving cow/calf, backgrounders, and feedlot enterprises. Although this is a Saskatchewan initiative, the Canadian bison industry will benefit.
a. Bison cow-calf producers
1. 50 -100 cow-calf herd
2. 100 plus cow-calf herd
b. Bison backgrounders
The objectives of the benchmarking program are:
1. Under 100 backgrounder herds
1. To develop/acquire a standardized computerized Cost of Pro-
2. 100 plus backgrounder herds
duction (COP) enterprise/whole farm database for the Saskatchewan bison industry that can be updated annually and used for future
studies and policy development.
2. To provide information to enable participants to compare their
c. Bison finishers
1. Under 100 head
2. 100-200 head
farm business performance with other operations.
3. Over 200 head
3. To obtain information that will improve extension services for
on-farm management practices including those of First Nations
through the use of benchmark measurements and worksheets.
In addition, data will be collected on bison age and gender (where
available). For finishers, carcass grades, weights and yields will also
be collected.
4. To utilize research results to enhance bison industry policies
With this information, cost of production benchmarks (Operating
costs and fixed costs) will be established for each of the three groups
for which information is being collected. This combined with revenue information will provide valuable information for the industry.
Where possible further information will be generated by bison finishers where carcass performance information will also be provided.
and programs.
5. To provide information that will encourage new research in this
relatively new industry.
To have more accurate information upon which business plans can
be developed to attract capital to the bison industry.
The Project will provide revenue/cost of production benchmark information for:
Although some producers have been identified for the project, other
producers are required to make this project a success so that the data
collected and information developed will contribute to the profitable
growth of the industry. If you are interested in participating please
call the Saskatchewan Bison Association Office at 306-585-6304 or
email [email protected]
Send us photos of your bison in any or all of the seasons.
Deadline for entries is July 1, 2010
Winners will be announced and photos published in the
Fall Production Issue of Smoke Signals.
There are four categories
Spring, Summer, Fall & Winter
Winners will be awarded prizes in each category
1st-CBA Fleece Vest 2nd CBA Knife 3rd CBA Hat
Photos will become the property of CBA and will be used in promotion of the association and industry.
Winners will be given credit when photographs are used.
Membership Directory Update
BRITISH COLOMBIA
McNab, Jody
17469 58 A Ave
Surrey, BC
V3S 1M9
ALBERTA
Anderson, Shawn
Hi-Point Elk & Bison Co.
Box 10887
Lloydminster,AB
T9V 3B1
780 875-6318
Eben,Russell
Moose River Bison
Box 57
Smith, AB
T0G 2B0
780 829-2611
Schmaus, Leo & Rita
Rioelta Bison Ranch
RR#2
Barrhead, AB
T7N 1N3
780 674-5471
St. Laurent, Steven
Golden Stars Bison Inc.
Box 58
Jean Cote, AB
T0H 2E0
780 322-2676
Wickersham, Dennis
Chinook Ridge Bison
Box 461
Linden, AB
T0M 1J0
403 546-4306
SASKATCHEWAN
Hampton,Kevin & Linda
Unicorn Ranches Inc.
Box 794
Coronation, AB
T0C 1C0
403 575-0253
Haasse, Peter & Judy ******
Email:[email protected]
Huette, Fred & Maggie
Magpie & Stump Buffalo Ranch
Box 478
DeBolt, AB
T0H 1B0
780 957-2528
Katerenchuk, Jim & Audrey
North Bank Bison Ltd.
RR#1
Willingdon, AB
T0B 4R0
780 636-3003
Marr, Allen
Kingdom Bison Ranch
Box 298
Cremona, SK
T0M 0R0
403 638-7367
McKeeman, Erin
Buffalo Lake Bison
Box 152
LaGlace, AB
T0H 2J0
780 568-4130
Bigney, Dwayne & Sheryl
Box 133
Glen Ewen, SK.
S0C 1C0
306 925-2177
Cutsford, Don
Dee Valley Farms
Box 462
Maidstone, SK.
S0M 1M0
306 893-4726
Gowan, Norm
Sticks "N" Stones Bison Ranch
Box 2375
Swift Current, SK
S9H 4X7
306 773-7070
Huber, Ken & Dawn
Box 141
Briercrest, SK
SOH OHO
306 799-4628
Junek, Roger
Regency Bison
Box 298
Esterhazy, SK.
S0A 0X0
306 745-2743
Stacey, Merv
Box 2303
Prince Albert, SK
S6V 6Z1
306 764-6236
Taylor, Jack & Becky ******
Email:[email protected]
Westblom, Fred & Mona
Westblom Bison
P.O. Box 1829
Meadow Lake, SK
S9X 1Z3
306 236-4733
MANITOBA
Hoy, Bob & Jane
Watts Creek Outfitters & Bison Ranch
RR#1
Benito, MB
R0L OCO
204 539-2961
Koop, Leonard
Box 32
Kola, MB
R0M 1B0
204 845-2130
Makinson, Henry
Flying Macs Bison Ranch
Box 737
Roblin, MB R0L 1P0
204 937-2948
ONTARIO
Esfuli, Ash ******
Phone:905 985-7613
Potter, Rod ******
Phone:705 924-3019
UNITED STATES
Harris, Chris & Charlotte
3952 Pin Hook Rd
Anitoch, TN
37013-1506
615 641-7933
Jones, Cevin
Intermountain Beef
1440 E, 750 S
Eden, Idaho
83325
208 825-5335
www.intermountainbeef.com
Maass, Merle & Susan
Colorado Bison Co.
Box 517
Union Centre, S.D.
57787 605 985-5400
CANADIAN BISON ASSOCIATION
Box 3116
Regina, SK S4P 3G7
Phone: 306-522-4766 Fax: 306-522-4768
Email:[email protected]
www.canadianbison.ca
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PRESIDET(SBA DIRECTOR)
Mark Silzer
Box 2773
Humboldt, SK
S0K 2A0
Ph: 306-682-4933
Fax: 306-682-4933
email: [email protected]
TREASURER(MBA DIRECTOR)
ITERATIOAL DIRECTOR
Dr. Gerald Parsons
Box 557
Stratford, OK 74872
Ph. 580-759-3605
Fax: 580-759-3616
email: [email protected]
Trevor Gompf
Box 149
Oak Lake, MB
ROM 1P0
Ph: 204-855-2727
Cell: 204-724-0523
email: [email protected]
VICE PRES. (BCBA DIRECTOR)
PAST CHAIR(BPA DIRECTOR)
Bruce Court
Tom Olson
Box 29
Rose Prairie, BC
VOC 2H0
Ph: 250-630-2404
Fax: 250-593-0368
email: [email protected]
Box 250
Bragg Creek, AB
T0L 0K0
Ph: 403-949-3949
Fax: 403-949-3947
email: tom@olsonlemons.
EAST ZOE REPRESETATIVE
(QBU DIRECTOR)
WEST ZOE REPRESETATIVE
(BPA DIRECTOR)
Mme Raymonde Garant
Margaret Kellgren
176, St-Georges
St-Lazare-de-Bellechasse, QC
G0R 3J0
Ph. 418-883-2224
Fax 418-883-2225
email:[email protected]
RR # 3, Site 406, Box 1, Comp 5
Drayton Valley, AB
T7A 2A3
Ph: 780-542-5684
email: [email protected]
BCBA DIRECTOR
OBA DIRECTOR
Vacant
Bruce Mills
RR # 6
St. Mary’s, O
4X 1C8
Ph: 519-229-6316
Fax: 519-229-6564
email: [email protected]
BPA DIRECTOR
Marvin Moore
Box 250
Debolt, AB
T0L 0K0
Ph: 780-957-3957
Fax: 780-957-2934
email: [email protected]
OBA DIRECTOR
Todd Dowd
RR # 4
Lion’s Head, O
0H 1W0
Ph: 519-592-5010
Fax: 519-793-4312
email: [email protected]
SBA DIRECTOR
Kurt Wigness
Box 11
Admiral, SK
S0 0B0
Ph: 306 297-6277
email: [email protected]
QBU DIRECTOR
Gervais Bisson
MBA DIRECTOR
750 Chemin Goshin
Windsor, QC
J1S 2L5
Ph: 819-845-2701
Fax: 819-845-2702
olan Miller
Box 207
Binscarth, MB.R0J 0G0
Ph: 204-532-2350
email:[email protected]
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR:
Terry Kremeniuk
Phone: 306-522-4762
email: [email protected]
OFFICE MAAGER:
Andrea Milligan
Phone: 306-522-4766
email: [email protected]
PROJECT COORDIATOR:
Pauline Long-Wright
Phone: 306-522-4761
email: [email protected]