Cattle shortage squeezes auctions

Two Saskatchewan livestock auctions have closed this summer, and more could follow as a result of the declining cow herd.The Livestock Marketers Association of Canada (LMAC) said the major decrease in cow numbers, exacerbated by drought, has changed market conditions considerably. Fewer cattle to sell at live auction plus a lack of skilled labour are forcing the businesses to adjust.“Over time there’ll be some more auction marts closed across Canada, maybe not this year or next year,