The latest news from the agricultural sector
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
Plenty opens world-first vertical berry farm
The Plenty Richmond Farm is growing strawberries exclusively for Driscoll, creating year-round local supply and driving category berry regional growth. Read more
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2024-09-30
Global Warming Leads to Higher Nitrogen Requirements - New Wheat Varietys Can Contribute to Food Security
It is not always easy to find the right amount of fertilizer for wheat crops. If too little is applied, it is completely used up, but the harvest falls short of its full potential. And if too much is... Read more
2024-09-30
Crop Progress: Dry Bean Harvest Reaches Halfway Point
For the week ending Sept. 22, 2024, there were 6.7 days suitable for fieldwork, according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. Topsoil moisture supplies rated 18% very short, 43%... Read more
2024-09-30
How Blockchain is Transforming Fhe Future of Virginia Agriculture
Despite being a cornerstone of Virginia’s economy, the agricultural industry faces many challenges threatening its sustainability and efficiency. The most recent of these concerns is a
drought... Read more