Age Verification Program
Today more than ever, there is the need for cattle producers to provide thorough information about the age of their herds. To answer this need, the Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (CCIA) has created a national Age Verification program to provide information to domestic and export markets. This program is recognized around the world.
To help Island cattle producers in being included in the CCIA’s system, the PEI Cattle Producers offers a third party Age Verification service. The PEICP will also provide you with verification forms, more information about the Age Verification program, and answers to any questions you have about the program. You’ll find our contact information by clicking HERE.
To verify the age of your herd, complete the verification forms available from the PEI Cattle Producers, and send them along with birth dates and CCIA numbers to the address provided on the forms. There is no cost to the producer for this service.
Alus
The ALUS program is a voluntary program for PEI landowners and farmers. The program protects PEI water, fish and wildlife habitat.
The ALUS program will:
reduce soil erosion and siltation of streams
improve water quality
improve and increase wildlife habitat
Eligible applicants will sign an agreement to receive financial compensation annually to remove land from agricultural production or to establish/maintain beneficial management practices that protect soil and water quality or improve fish and wildlife habitat.
Among other activities that are eligible for payment it includes an annual reimbursement of $0.30/m/year for maintaining livestock fences adjacent to watercourses and wetlands.
For more information and to print the application form please visit the website below or contact:
Shawn Hill -ALUS Coordinator
PEI Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry
(902)620-3725 Download program guidelines and application form
Verified Beef Production
Verified Beef Production (VBP) is Canada's grass-roots, industry-led program that ensures on-farm food safety for beef producers. The program is based on the principles of an international quality control program called Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), which has been specifically adapted for VBP. The program is a significant benefit to Cattle Producers since it results in stronger competitiveness for the industry, as food safety continues to grow as a major factor for consumers. Click HERE for more information about the program or to take part. You can also contact the PEI Cattle Producers for more information.
