What We Do
The National Cattle Feeders’ Association (NCFA) was established in 2007 to represent Canadian cattle feeders on national issues and to work in collaboration with other cattle organizations across the country.
Our Focus
The NCFA operates in alignment with government and industry to develop workable solutions for the feedlot sector. Our demonstrated successes prove many voices with a similar message have greater impact for cattle feeders. Our initiatives clearly demonstrate our unique role and contribution to the governance and organizational infrastructure of Canada’s beef industry.

Strategic Pillars
Sustainable Growth and Profitability
Purpose – Create a business and trade environment that facilitates industry growth, profitability, and sustainability.
Competitiveness
Purpose – Influence the public policy and regulatory regime to enhance the competitiveness of the cattle feeding sector in Canada.
Industry Leadership and Partnership
Purpose – Strengthen the Canadian beef industry by serving as a credible and solutions-oriented advocate for cattle feeders and undertaking collaborative efforts with industry partners.
Strategic plan
How does the NCFA represent Canadian cattle feeders on national issues?
Download our strategic plan for complete details.
Advocacy
Advocacy Highlights

Latest Advocacy News
Written Submission for the Pre-Budget Consultations in Advance of the Fall 2025 Federal Budget
NCFA submitted a pre-budget consultation ahead of the fall federal budget. Some of the recommendations … Read...
Let’s Grow Canada: Staking a Claim for Agriculture in the Government Mandate
NCFA joined other national agricultural organizations to write an open letter to Prime Minister Mark … Read More
Letter to MPs Re: Bill C-202
We write today to express our profound concern with Bill C-202 and the negative impact … Read More
Consultation on the Federal Offset Protocol: Reducing Manure Methane Emissions
The National Cattle Feeders’ Association (NCFA) and the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) submitted input on … Read...
Consultation on Maximum Residue Limits for Dexamethasone
NCFA and CCA submitted a letter on ‘Consultation: Proposal to amend the list of maximum … Read More