More than 300 Members of Parliament, senators and their staff will enjoy a barbecue on Parliament Hill this afternoon.

The Canadian Cattlemen's Association is hosting its annual fall picnic where federal politicians are treated to tender, juicy, slow-cooked Canadian beef on a bun.

Cattle producers from across the country will also be in attendance. The CCA says the event gives producers valuable time to meet and discuss issues in the beef industry with MPs and other key influencers in Ottawa.

Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz will be using the event as an opportunity to announce investment in the beef industry.