The Beef 2012 sponsorship program includes 5 levels of sponsorship. To find out more, or to custom build your sponsorship package, please click the link below or contact us with any questions.

Sponsorship Program Levels

Platinum Sponsors


Alberta Livestock and Meat Agency Ltd.
www.alma.alberta.ca






Canadian Cattlemen's Association
The CCA is the organization that represents the interests of Canada's over 90,000 beef cattle producers on national issues.
www.cattle.ca



Canadian Cattlemen The Beef Magazine
Published since 1938, with content that is relevant, practical and informative this magazine continues to have its finger on the pulse of the beef industry. Featuring articles on growing forage crops and feed grains that sustain Canada's cows and their calves, as well as marketing chains of feedlots, packers and domestic and international sales. Canadian Cattlemen continues to be a key source of information for Canada's cattle associations and all Canadian beef producers.
www.canadiancattlemen.ca

Silver Sponsors


Alberta Beef Magazine
Alberta Beef and Saskatchewan Cattlemen's Connection Magazines give you coverage in the two provinces like no other. With 32,000 combined and qualified circulation you are reaching nearly 75% of Canada's beef community. Call or write today for more information
1-800-387-BEEF (2333) or beefmag@telusplanet.net.



Alberta Beef Producers
The Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is a producer directed and funded organization working to strengthen the sustainability and competitiveness of the beef industry for the benefit of its members. Grassroots direction and feedback is provided through producer meetings held throughout the province every fall. The ABP is overseen by a delegate body elected at these meetings. The ABP operates under provincial legislation which outlines the basic structure, objectives and powers of the organization and provides for a check-off on all cattle marketed in order to finance lobbying, marketing and public relations activities.
www.albertabeef.org



Alberta Farmer Express
Alberta Farmer Express is for Ranchers and Farmers - Agricultural news that is all Alberta all the time.
www.albertafarmexpress.ca



Alberta Innovates Bio Solutions
Alberta Innovates Bio Solutions is a provincial government agency that leads and coordinates science and innovation to grow prosperity in Alberta's agriculture, food and forestry sectors. It works with partners to identify, coordinate and fund research projects that may help to solve industry challenges with solutions that deliver economic, environmental and social benefits. For more information, visit us online.
www.bio.albertainnovates.ca



ATB Financial - Agriculture
ATB Financial has been a long-time supporter of the agriculture industry in Alberta, working with producers for over 70 years. The success of our province is built on individuals like you who live the legendary hard-working entrepreneurial spirit. ATB Financial is comprised of likeminded people who see the vision of our customers. Our dedicated team of agriculture experts strives to understand your business and help you continue to unleash your potential and grow your operation.
www.atb.com



Farm Credit Canada
As Canada's leading agriculture lender, FCC is advancing the business of agriculture. With a healthy portfolio of more than $22 billion and 19 consecutive years of portfolio growth, FCC is strong and stable – committed to serving the industry through all cycles. FCC provides financing, insurance, software, learning programs and other business services to producers, agribusinesses and agri-food operations. FCC employees are passionate about agriculture and committed to the success of customers and the industry. For more information, visit us online.
www.fcc.ca

FBC
With more than 50,000 Members from BC to Ontario, FBC is Canada's agribusiness tax specialist. We have more than 58 years’ experience helping farmers and ranchers keep more money in their pockets. Our specialized farm tax knowledge, combined with our proprietary TaxGuard™ system, will help minimize your taxes and save you money both now and over the long term. Plus, we can help you make the most of government farm support programs like AgriInvest, AgriStability, AgriInsurance and AgriRecovery. For details on how FBC can put more money in your pocket, visit us online or call toll-free 1-800-265-1002.
www.fbc.ca



Genome Alberta
Genome Alberta focuses on genomics research as a key component of the Province’s Life Sciences Strategy. It was incorporated as a not-for-profit corporation, a Centre in partnership with Genome Canada with its head office located in Calgary. The mission of Genome Alberta is to provide leadership in prioritizing, coordinating and enabling world-class genomics research and partnerships in order to create societal and sustainable economic benefits for Alberta and Canada.
www.genomealberta.ca



Real Agriculture
RealAgriculture.com is focused on the issues that are impacting agriculture.  Our site is focused on getting you the opinions on the issues so that you not only get the news but the insight into what the news means to your business. Whether you are a farmer, employed in industry, or research we have content that is applicable to you and your business.
www.realagriculture.com



UFA
UFA Co-operative Limited is one of Canada's largest and most dynamic co-operatives. As a progressive and diversified business, we strive to provide the products, services and solutions for our owners and customers in rural communities.

Since our founding in 1909, UFA has grown from a small-scale local co-operative into an extensive retail operation with 120,000 active owners. Our businesses include agriculture, petroleum, construction and outdoor adventure.

Though we have grown and changed over the years, at our heart remains a commitment to rural life. That commitment inspires all that we do at UFA and is reflected in our vision, mission and values.
www.ufa.com

Bronze Sponsors


AFSC
Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) is a provincial Crown corporation that works with Alberta's agriculture producers and commercial enterprises to ensure they have the tools they require to run a successful business. With more than 50 offices located across the province, AFSC delivers income stabilization programs, provides insurance products and offers a range of lending products and services.
www.afsc.ca



Bank of Montreal
Our understanding and appreciation of Canadian agriculture dates back to 1817 when we began working with farmers. Because of this experience we know your farm is more than just a business - it's a way of life. Our specialists can recommend the customized loan and deposit solutions that can help you grow on your terms and harvest the benefits of your work.
www.bmo.com



CANADIAN SIMMENTALS

CANADIAN SIMMENTALS are the breed of choice for ranchers wanting to add maternal as well as carcass qualities in one cross. Join the many cattlemen using Simmental genetics to meet the demands of today's competitive beef industry! Simmental-Can you afford not to?
www.simmental.com



Golden West Radio
www.goldenwestradio.com







MNP LLP

MNP is one of the largest chartered accountancy and business advisory firms in Canada. For more than 60 years, we have proudly responded to the needs of our clients in the public and private sectors. Through partner-led engagements, we provide a cost-effective approach to doing business and personalized strategies to help you achieve your goals. It’s knowing your vision, your business and you.
www.mnp.ca



RBC Royal Bank
RBC Royal Bank is Canada's leading non-government financial services provider to agricultural and agribusiness clients. RBC Agriculture and Agribusiness has been a focus of RBC Royal Bank since 1967, and today has over 200 specially trained Farm Finance Professionals, and 50 centres of expertise, working with agriculture and agribusiness clients across the country. In addition, a team of specialized Risk Managers concentrates solely on specific commodity groups. RBC Agriculture and Agribusiness's support for agriculture extends beyond financial advice, products, and services into community leadership through donations and sponsorships to national agriculture organizations.
www.rbcroyalbank.com



TD Canada Trust
www.tdcanadatrust.com





Supporter Sponsors


Elanco
Consumers around the world demand, and deserve, safe and nutritious food. Elanco understands these needs and provides proven and trusted products to help meet them. Equally important, we work each day to discover and develop promising new ways to help the food industry provide safe, wholesome and affordable high-quality food.

Our products protect animal health and welfare while contributing to food quality, food safety and industry profitability.
www.elanco.com

MacDon
MacDon Industries Ltd. is a family owned and Canadian based manufacturer of harvesting equipment specializing in the production of pull-type and self-propelled windrowers and pick-up headers for combines for world markets. Our disc, auger and draper products are commonly used to harvest a wide variety of cereal grains, oilseeds, grass seeds, rice, soybeans, hay, forage and specialty crops such as peas, lupins and lentils.
www.macdon.com