The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-04
Warmer, drier weather improves harvest progress
Most of this year’s crop is in the bin, with the provincial crop report stating that progress is at 91 per cent complete. Read more
2024-10-04
Bayer Acquires Canola Facility from HyTech Production
Bayer Crop Science will acquire a canola treating and packaging facility in Coaldale, Alta., from HyTech Production on Nov. 1, the company announced. Read more
2024-10-04
Ottawa Announces Funding for Eastern Canadian Oilseed Research
The federal government on Friday announced more than $4.3 million to improve the long-term security and sustainability of the eastern Canadian oilseed industry. Read more
2024-10-04
SARM seeking more rural road and bridge funding during provincial election campaign
Ahead of this month’s provincial election, the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) is calling for increased funding for rural roads and bridges. Read more
2024-10-04
Organic Council of Ontario Releases 2024 Organic Market Report: Key Growth Trends in Ontario’s Organic Sector
Guelph, Ontario – October 3, 2024 – The Organic Council of Ontario (OCO), in partnership with the Canada Organic Trade Association (COTA), has published the 2024 Ontario Organic Market Report,... Read more
2024-10-04
Produce industry members to voice concerns ahead of federal election
The Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) and the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) will hold their fall joint advocacy event, Fall Harvest 2024, November 18-20, on Parliament Hill,... Read more
2024-10-04
Strategies to Attract and Retain Top Talent in a Competitive Environment
By offering competitive compensation packages, investing in employee development, and adopting creative recruitment strategies, businesses can build a resilient workforce. Read more
professional development hiring
2024-10-04
The Wake of Disruption and Destruction in Supply Chain: Alexis Asks
The impacts of hurricane Helene and the port strike are shaping up to spell disruption with a capital D. With collaboration, technology and communication, supply chains are moving forward the best... Read more
safety & security risk/compliance
2024-10-04
International Longshoremen’s Association, United States Maritime Alliance Reach Tentative Agreement; Ports Resume Operation
All 45,000 dockworkers who went on strike Oct. 1 have resumed to their duties. Read more
transportation ocean ports & carriers
2024-10-04
USDA Invests more than $11 Million to Support Resiliency in U.S. Dairy Industry
- The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced $11.04 million in funding to support dairy businesses and producers under the Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives (DBI) grant program,... Read more
2024-10-04
USDA Awards $19.2M in Scholarships for Undergraduates at 1890 Land-grant Institutions
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today a $19.2 million investment in 1890 Land-grant Universities to provide undergraduate scholarships for students to stimulate interest in food... Read more
2024-10-04
Language Matters: Cooperative Extension Provides Resources in Spanish
More than 41 million people in the United States speak Spanish at home, and Spanish is the most spoken language after English in the country. Cooperative Extension across the nation recognizes the... Read more
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