The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-09
Four Start-Ups Selected for Latest GreenShoots Program
Guelph/Halifax, —
Bioenterprise Canada Corporation,
Greenspring Bioinnovation Hub and Invest Nova Scotia are announcing the companies selected for their latest GreenShoots program intake. Each... Read more
2024-10-09
Few Find What They’re Looking for in Changes to California’s Low-Carbon Fuel Standard
California put out
new proposed changes Tuesday to the low-carbon fuel standard, its credit-based program to reduce emissions from transportation fuels — but almost no one is happy with them. Read more
2024-10-09
Hidden Hazards - the Challenge with Mycotoxins in Beef Cattle Diets
Often hidden hazards in beef cattle diets, mycotoxins can create a variety of problems including impaired immune response which can lead to secondary infections, compromised growth rates, reduced... Read more
2024-10-09
Weed seeds may ride the rails
About eight years ago, Aaron Hager warned farmers in Alberta about palmer amaranth. Read more
2024-10-09
Study shows Agribition has major impact
Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) increased the Saskatchewan economy by $116.5 million in 2023, according to a recent economic impact study conducted by Praxis Consulting Inc. This record impact... Read more
2024-10-09
UGA Partners With FDA to Test U.S. Dairy Supplies for Avian Influenza
Avian influenza virus detected in U.S. dairy supply Read more
2024-10-09
3.45 Million Investment Comes to the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center
The USDA is granting $3.45 million to the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC). One of four Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives (DBI), the NE-DBIC serves dairy farmers and... Read more
2024-10-09
As Bird Flu Outbreak Expands in California, Dairy Farms Report It’s Worse Than They Expected
CNN A third farmworker has tested positive for bird flu in California, according to the state’s health department. If confirmed by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, this would be the... Read more
2024-10-08
USDA Issues Proposed Rule to Revise Formulas Used to Calculate Grain Inspection Fees
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced a proposed rule that revises the formulas used to calculate hourly fees for official inspection and... Read more
2024-10-08
Join Nebraska’s soil conservation effort now
Farmers in central Nebraska can receive grants to implement soil-enhancing practices by November 15, 2024. Read more
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2024-10-08
Livestock grazing supports native bee habitats
Livestock grazing helps create bare ground needed by ground-nesting bees, enhancing pollinator habitats and supporting both agriculture and wildlife ecosystems. Read more
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2024-10-08
Ottawa Event Celebrates Local Poultry and Dairy Farmers
The Downtown Diner event in Ottawa highlighted the crucial role of local poultry, dairy, and egg farmers in Canada’s food security. Read more
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