The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-01
DFO Board Election Results 2024
At Dairy Farmers of Ontario’s (DFO) regular board meeting held on Sept. 25, 2024, in accordance with Ontario Regulation 760, as amended, made under the Milk Act, the Board approved the elections by... Read more
2024-10-01
Thankful for Ontario’s Harvest
GUELPH, ON – It’s fall harvest season in Ontario and Thanksgiving is fast approaching. This makes it an ideal time to load your table with food, drinks and flowers from local Ontario farms. Read more
2024-10-01
Ontario Investing to Attract and Retain International Agri-Food Workers
Kingsville, Ontario – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Read more
2024-10-01
Farmers urged to focus on fire prevention as part of winter prep
Every year, farm fires result in tens of millions of dollars in losses to buildings, businesses and farm animals; and the financial losses don’t take into account the toll on farm families. Read more
2024-10-01
Pulse Canada Reinforces Years of Strong Trade with Important In-Market Engagement
As the largest market for Canadian peas, China remains a focal point for Pulse Canada’s trade efforts. Following lifting pandemic restrictions, Pulse Canada re-engaged with China through three... Read more
2024-10-01
Saskatchewan tops $1 Billion mark for non-durum wheat and canola exports
The world is looking to Saskatchewan as a key source for agri-food products. Read more
2024-10-01
Pushback on USDA's electronic tagging for livestock
Agricultural groups are challenging a USDA mandate for electronic identification tags on interstate livestock, citing major concerns. Read more
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2024-10-01
USDA Announces Final Award through Landmark Meat and Poultry Processing Investment
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Acting State Director Joan Scheel announced today that USDA is awarding a nearly $1.2 million grant to a local independent meat processor in... Read more
2024-10-01
Dairy Convenes With a Full Policy Agenda
NMPF’s member cooperatives are preparing for our organization’s
premier annual event: the Joint Annual Meeting, held in conjunction with the United Dairy Industry Association and the National Dairy... Read more
2024-10-01
New Farmer Survey Could Signal Slowdown in Wisconsin Dairy Farm Losses
Farmers worry about milk demand, impact of regulations Read more
2024-09-30
Pearl millet — making a great grain even better
Pearl millet can be a life saver across Africa's savanna regions at this time of year, while farmers wait to harvest other crops. It's nutritious, resilient to extreme weather and grows fast. How can... Read more
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2024-09-30
Sustainable and tasty — traditional dry fish makes comeback
Anton Thina sells karuvadu, or dry fish, prepared using an age-old method under sand. He attaches great importance to using fresh, locally sourced fish. His success is changing attitudes towards... Read more
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