The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-09-13
Todd Janzen to deliver keynote on Ag Data Transparent in Canada
EMILI is thrilled to welcome Todd J. Janzen to Winnipeg November 7, 2024 to present a keynote address on the role of Ag Data Transparent in strengthening communication with farmers about agriculture... Read more
2024-09-13
EMILI launches interactive farm map with new website to share data and insights
The interactive map is an educational tool that allows people to learn about activities taking place on Innovation Farms and explore digital agriculture careers. Read more
2024-09-13
Scratching The Surface: What Is Making My Cattle Itchy?
Background: Producers and veterinarians have reported situations where cattle have lost hair and showed signs of being “itchy” even after being treated with a pour-on product (e.g., Ivomec, Dectomax,... Read more
2024-09-13
MU Extension Offers Tips on Safely Handling Livestock
Good livestock handling practices can improve animal comfort and make livestock management safer for people and animals, says University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist Brenda Schreck. Read more
2024-09-13
Wisconsin Dairy Industry Fights Back as Towns Seek to Curb CAFO Growth
Marenda Porter’s new home in Ledgeview, Wisconsin, seemed like the perfect fit for her family of four children. The growing suburb outside Green Bay was a tight-knit community with nearby land for her... Read more
2024-09-13
Can Eating Less Beef and Dairy Help Save the Colorado River?
Climate change is affecting our food, and our food is affecting the climate. NPR is dedicating a week to
stories and conversations about the search for solutions. Read more
2024-09-13
Cattle Herd in Park County Tests Positive for Brucellosis. Livestock Board Says Herd is Quarantining
A cattle herd in Park County has tested positive for the disease brucellosis. Read more
2024-09-13
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
In Ontario, 25 per cent of First Nations communities are affected by a drinking water advisory. Read more
2024-09-13
Investing in the Future of Agriculture: McDonald’s Canada Awards $40,000 in Scholarships to 4-H Youth
Ottawa, ON, – 4-H Canada is proud to announce the eight recipients of the 2024 McDonald’s Canada Future of Agriculture 4-H Scholarship. Read more
2024-09-13
New funding to support potato growers
Fredericton, New Brunswick – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Read more
2024-09-13
Some Early Soybeans Coming Off in Ontario
Some harvesting of early season soybeans is underway in Ontario, the corn crop is continuing to move closer to maturity, and the planting of winter barley has started, according to the latest weekly... Read more
2024-09-13
Feeder and Live Cattle Markets Face Mixed Signals as Fall Approaches
As the cattle market reopened following Labor Day, feeder and live cattle futures weakened to contract low levels of resistance. The October feeder cattle contract ended on a down note at... Read more