The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-11-08
Lethbridge to host Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers National Event
The Alberta Outstanding Young Farmers (OYF) Region is preparing to host Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers’ National Event which will take place at the Sandman Signature Hotel Lethbridge, AB from Nov... Read more
2024-11-08
Rising Vegoils Push FAO Food Price Index to 18-Month High in October
Fueled by surging vegoils, world food commodity prices jumped to the highest in 18 months in October. Read more
2024-11-08
Managing farming risks in challenging times
There are few things that Canadians talk about more than the weather, and that’s even more true of farmers. Whether it’s too wet or dry, too hot or cold, a late season frost or storms that bring... Read more
2024-11-08
Hendrix Genetics and BHZP Renew Their Pork Partnership
Hendrix Genetics, a global multi-species animal breeding company, and BHZP, Germany's largest pig breeding company, are pleased to announce the renewal of their distribution agreement for DB77 boars.... Read more
2024-11-08
US Soybean Ending Stocks See Steep Reduction
US soybean ending stocks for 2024-25 are down sharply from last month, following a much bigger-than-expected cut to this year’s average yield projection. Read more
2024-11-08
Canola Growers Celebrate Passage of Repair and Interoperability Bills
Canola farmers are celebrating the passage of two new bills that significantly impact their rights to diagnose, maintain, repair, and integrate their farm machinery, according to a new release from... Read more
2024-11-08
OGVG appoints new research, innovation and plant protection lead
Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers (OGVG) has appointed Daniel Terlizzese as the new Research, Innovation & Plant Protection Lead. He brings a wealth of experience and expertise in greenhouse crop... Read more
2024-11-08
Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame welcomes new inductees for 2024
The lifelong contributions of four Canadians were celebrated at a November 2 ceremony, inducting them into the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame in Toronto, Ontario. The 2024 inductees are Dr. Bruce... Read more
2024-11-07
Farm Bureau calls for farm bill progress
Farm Bureau congratulates the new president and calls for action on critical issues like the farm bill, tax relief, and labour, highlighting the need for strong support in agriculture. Read more
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2024-11-07
September marks growth in pork exports
U.S. pork exports saw strong September growth, driven by demand in Mexico, Central America, and Asian markets, setting the stage for potential records in volume and value this year. Read more
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2024-11-07
Ontario’s Best in Agri-Food Excellence 2024
Ontario's 2024 Excellence in Agriculture Awards celebrates agri-food leaders driving growth across the province, recognizing their achievements in a $50.7 billion industry. Read more
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2024-11-07
Case IH AF Series Now Complete with New Models
Case IH has launched the new AF10 and AF9 combines, offering high capacity, improved technology, and reduced ownership costs for enhanced agricultural productivity. Discover these machines today. Read more
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