The Canadian Goat Society

 It is with great regret that the CGS Board has received notice of resignation from Russell Gammon, current Secretary-Manager of CGS.  He will continue to serve CGS until a replacement is found and will ensure a smooth transition to new management as the association wishes. 

Russell took the position of Secretary-Manager at a time when CGS was in great need of someone who had the ability and dedication in secretarial/management services and agriculture.  

Russell is investigating new opportunities after serving the CGS since September 11, 2019.

Gammon wishes CGS all the very best in growth and business success.

CFIA is hosting an hour-long webinar to present the proposed changes to the Traceability regulations that will include goats.

AgriStability is an important tool to help you manage risks and financial losses due to poor yields, low commodity prices, or rising input costs. AgriStability provides support when you experience a large margin decline.

AgriStability is delivered by the federal government in Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador and Yukon.

For more information visit Agriculture Canada

Staff and directors of the Canadian Livestock Records Corporation (CLRC), and those involved with CLRC member associations were shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Washer, General Manager of CLRC on January 14, 2023. Jim was in his 62^nd year at the time of his passing.

Jim assumed the role of General Manager of CLRC in 2014 after previous experience with 4-H Canada. As Manager he was heavily engaged in communication with member associations, the CLRC Board and served on a variety of relevant industry committees.  

Jim was exceedingly helpful in answering a large volume of questions, listened well to comments from member associations, was a family man and had a deep and abiding love for spending time outdoors in nature. He will be deeply missed by a wide array of friends.