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5th Annual Cattle Market Dynamics Webinar
Join us for a webinar featuring
Dr. Kee Jim and Mr. Don Davies.
Friday February 21, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. Saskatchewan time​
Cattle Market Outlook for 2025: Potential Impact of US Tariffs
Dr. Kee Jim - Feedlot Health Management Services & G.K. Jim Farms
LMS is pleased to bring back Dr. Kee Jim to provide his views on the dynamic times in the North American beef industry. Will leadership changes in the United States affect the Canadian cattle industry? What other trade-related policies should Canadians be aware of? As a significant player on both sides of the border, Dr. Jim offers a unique perspective.Kee Jim was born and raised on a small seedstock/commercial cow-calf operation in BC.After receiving his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1983 from the Western College ofVeterinary Medicine in Saskatoon, SK, he moved to Okotoks, AB and established G K. JimFarms and the consulting company, Feedlot Health Management Services Ltd. G.K. JimFarms has become a major player in the Canadian and U.S. cattle industries throughownership of backgrounding cattle, grass cattle, feedlot cattle and feedlots.
Cattle Marketing Strategies and Techniques for Maximizing Profit
Don Davies - VeeTee Feeders
LMS welcomes Don Davies of VeeTee Feeders to share his insights on what he looks forwhen procuring cattle. Learn through his lens, the dos and don’ts when marketing yourfeeder cattle. His presentation will address:What are discounts and how you can avoid them? Not all cattle are the same: different cattle go to different markets.Know how to grade your cattle.Together with his siblings, Don co-owns Veetee Feeders, a fourth-generation farm andranch operation in Lloydminster, SK. He has been buying cattle for nearly 30 years forboth VeeTee Feeders and for custom orders.
For over 50 years, members of the Livestock Marketers of Saskatchewan (LMS) have been committed to our goal of promoting competitive bidding in the marketing of livestock. This is achieved through collaborative relations with industry partners; educational projects for our members and customers; adherence to sound business practices and responsible animal welfare at members’ auction markets, among other initiatives. Together, we share in the responsibility of ensuring the free marketing of livestock runs smoothly, transparently and efficiently.
Membership is comprised of auction markets, order buyers and other key industry stakeholders who support our mandate of competitive bidding at livestock auction sales.
Annual General Meeting
Thursday January 30, 2025
8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Brass Lantern Room, Saskatoon Inn, Saskatoon.
The LMS AGM is held in conjunction with the Saskatchewan Beef Industry Conference which runs from January 28-30, 2025 at the Saskatoon Inn.
For more information and to register for the SBIC.: Saskatchewan Beef Industry Conference
Please note: the LMS AGM is closed to members only and we ask you please email adele@agribiz.ca to confirm your attendance.
The LMS board of directors is comprised of nine engaged volunteers who represent livestock auction markets and order buyers to ensure members have a voice in industry issues. Meet them here.
Training Manual
Safe Handling Practices for Market Centre Staff is a one-of-a-kind training package geared towards employees who handle livestock in a market setting. Whether as an educational tool for new staff or a refresher for seasoned professionals, this training manual is a valuable asset for owners and operators alike. Learn more.
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