2008 BIF Conference

“Beef Beyond Borders”

Sets Sights on Calgary

The Canadian Beef Breeds Council (CBBC) will host the 2008 Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) Annual Meeting and Research Symposium. “Beef Beyond Borders” is slated for Monday, June 30, through Thursday, July 3, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Calgary, Alta., Canada.

Participants will gather to share and learn from the latest research and innovations that contribute to ongoing advancements in beef production. Canadian and U.S. industry representatives and innovators will showcase and discuss leading-edge genetic advancements from both countries, their cross-border implications and opportunities.

CBBC members and associates will host the opening reception Tuesday, July 1, with a celebration of Canada. Don Mackenzie, BIF 2008 CBBC Planning Committee chair, will deliver the first dynamic address to kick off the symposium.

In addition to educational sessions, BIF will honor commercial and seedstock producers of the year, as well as continuing service, pioneer, student and ambassador award winners during luncheons July 2 and 3. The featured conference dinner will be July 2 at Stampede Park, the world-class facility that is home to the famed Calgary Stampede.

Preregistration is available and encouraged due to capacity limits for the conference. To register, visit www.canadianbeefbreeds.com or contact Marita Morgan at 800-661-5103 or mmorgan@carlsonwagonlit.com. General conference inquiries can be directed to the CBBC at 403-730-0350 or info@canadianbeefbreeds.com.

Angus Productions Inc. (API) will provide online coverage of “Beef Beyond Borders” at www.bifconference.com. You can also find an archive of coverage for the past six meetings. During and after the meeting, API staff will provide summaries of sessions, announce award winners and post proceedings, audios and slides as available. Coverage is made possible through a sponsorship by BioZyme Inc.