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 here for complete details.
Advocacy
2020 Advocacy Highlights

Latest Advocacy News
Written Submission on Bill C-275
NCFA expresses full support for the passage of Bill C-275 through Parliament. We appreciate the … Read More
New campaign urges the federal Government to defend Canada’s science-based standards in international meat industry
The National Cattle Feeders’ Association, Canadian Cattle Association and Canadian Meat Council are publicly launching … Read...
Underused Housing Tax
The UHT requirement is having an unintended and negative impact on farmers across Canada. Many … Read More
Written Submission for the Pre-Budget Consultations in Advance of the Upcoming Federal Budget
National Cattle Feeders’ Association has prepared the following pre-budget submission for the Finance Committee. Read … Read...
NCFA Comments on CFIA Proposed Traceability Regulations
NCFA strongly supports the concept of a functional traceability system which enables our industry to … Read More