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Training immunity as an alternative to antibiotics

Several different approaches are being investigated to develop effective alternatives to antimicrobial products. One potential avenue is to stimulate or “train” immune cells to react to pathogens by exposing them to related bacteria that don’t cause disease.

Started: 2025

Animal Health and Welfare Antimicrobials

IN PROGRESS

How does antimicrobial resistance spread through the environment?

Given that the transmission of AMR is extremely complicated, and the ability of bacteria to assemble multiple AMR genes on a MGE, it is important to learn as much as we can about the potential spread of AMR throughout the environment.

Started: 2025

Antimicrobials

IN PROGRESS

The affect of prescription-only antibiotic sales on antibiotic use and resistance in cow-calf herds

The switch to prescription-only may have changed what types of antibiotics are being prescribed, purchased, and used on beef operations.

Started: 2021

Antimicrobials

IN PROGRESS

Surveillance of antimicrobial use and antimicrobial resistance in Canadian feedlot cattle

Potential antibiotic resistance trends in BRD pathogens will help refine antibiotic use recommendations and practices at the veterinary and feedlot level. In addition, consumer groups, foodservice companies and international trade partners are increasingly interested in antibiotic use practices in livestock production.

Started: 2021

Antimicrobials

IN PROGRESS

Exploring non-antibiotic treatment options for BRD

This initial study will determine whether phage lysins have potential as antibiotic alternatives and are worth further development as a potential BRD treatment option to replace or supplement antibiotics.

Started: 2019

Animal Health and Welfare Antimicrobials

COMPLETED

Investigating tylosin reduction in feedlot cattle

Just over 7500 feedlot cattle were included in this study and fed an 86% concentrate diet for a 161-day finishing period.

Started: 2017 | Completed: 2019

Antimicrobials

COMPLETED

Antimicrobial surveillance from six weeks to pre-slaughter

Bovine respiratory disease (BRD) is a complex and multifactorial issue that is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the feedlot.

Started: 2017 | Completed: 2019

Antimicrobials

COMPLETED

The prevalence and factors associated with antimicrobial resistance on arrival

While previous research has identified patterns of AMR in BRD pathogens, generally those bacteria are isolated from cattle with BRD symptoms that have likely been treated at least once.

Completed: 2019

Antimicrobials

COMPLETED

Evaluating the potential contribution of beef cattle to antimicrobial resistance

Science-based, epidemiologically sound research is critical for sound industry policy and communication, legislation, and educated consumer choices.

Completed: 2018

Antimicrobials

COMPLETED

Testing for antimicrobial resistance in the feedlot

The increasing societal pressure about the use of antimicrobials in agriculture provides an opportunity to improve practices and investigate alternatives, but continued access to effective products is extremely important in managing cattle health and welfare.

Completed: 2015

Antimicrobials

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Alberta AgriSystems Living Lab

ABP is pleased to be leading a project that will benefit Alberta’s beef, forage, and cropping sectors through collaboration, innovation, and research.

In July 2022, The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Then Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the expansion of Agricultural Climate Solutions – Living Labs program, including an initiative led by ABP.

Producer participants (beef, forage, cropping) in the AALL are working directly with researchers to co-develop beneficial management practices (BMPs) to improve productivity, profitability while having a positive impact on carbon sequestration and greenhouse gas emissions.

Information from this project will help to ensure that climate focused policy solutions are practical and provide benefits for producers by providing data from real-world situations.

Key focus areas for BMP development include cropping systems and crop rotations, land use change/transitions, grazing management, livestock feeding, nutrient management, and optimizing carbon storage.
AALL is examining barriers and incentives to adoption, performing cost of production analyses, developing extension materials/events, facilitating peer to peer networking, learning and mentorship opportunities, and creating decision-making tools for producers.

Learn More - Visit agrisystemsll.ca

There’s lots of opportunity for producers if they’ve been thinking about trying something but are not sure where to start. That’s where our researchers and their expertise can really fine-tune that and set them up for success right out of the gate.

Karin Schmid, Beef Production and Extension Lead, Alberta Beef Producers

National Research Strategy

The Five-Year Canadian Beef Research and Technology Transfer Strategy aims to enhance national coordination of beef research priorities, funding, and technology transfer efforts. It focuses on increasing productivity, reducing production costs, and promoting sustainable practices to support industry competitiveness. The strategy also emphasizes improving beef quality and safety, while fostering innovation and environmental stewardship.

National Research Strategy

Beef Cattle Research Council

The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) is Canada’s national industry-led funding agency for beef, cattle and forage research. The BCRC’s mandate is to determine research and development priorities for the Canadian beef cattle industry and to administer Canadian Beef Cattle Check-Off funds allocated to research.

The BCRC hosts an incredible resource library, including free interactive calculators, and the latest in production research.

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Agriculture Funding Consortium

Alberta Beef Producers participates in the Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC), which is a collaborative body of agricultural organizations. AFC provides coordinated funding for research and innovation in Western Canada’s agriculture and food industry. It aims to support sustainability, diversification, and long-term growth by stimulating private and public sector participation. Each member organization within the AFC establishes its own research priorities and investment mandates.

Agriculture Funding Consortium

Research

ABP's Research Committee encourages practical, applied research - enhancing the competitiveness of Alberta beef producers.

Training immunity as an alternative to antibiotics

How does antimicrobial resistance spread through the environment?

The affect of prescription-only antibiotic sales on antibiotic use and resistance in cow-calf herds

Surveillance of antimicrobial use and antimicrobial resistance in Canadian feedlot cattle

Exploring non-antibiotic treatment options for BRD

Investigating tylosin reduction in feedlot cattle

Antimicrobial surveillance from six weeks to pre-slaughter

The prevalence and factors associated with antimicrobial resistance on arrival

Evaluating the potential contribution of beef cattle to antimicrobial resistance

Testing for antimicrobial resistance in the feedlot

Alberta AgriSystems Living Lab

National Research Strategy

Beef Cattle Research Council

Agriculture Funding Consortium