The latest news from the agricultural sector
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
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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2024-10-04
USDA Offers Resources, Adds Flexibilities to Disaster Assistance Programs to Help Hurricane Helene-Impacted Farmers, Foresters and Communities
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which devastated communities, homes, farms and businesses across parts of the Southeast, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has deployed staff to assist... Read more
2024-10-03
Lessiter Media Bolsters Marketing and Ad Services Teams with Addition of Two New Team Members
BROOKFIELD, Wis. - Lessiter Media is proud to announce the expansion of its marketing and ad services divisions through the addition of two new team members. Read more
2024-10-03
Early harvest - key to higher corn yields
Learn how early corn harvest at increased moisture levels can boost yields and economic returns, according to GSI research. Read more
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2024-10-03
Report: Agribusiness Monopolies Harming Farmers, Consumers
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new report looking at agribusiness consolidation found decades of mergers have reduced competition, leading to higher costs for farmers and consumers in Maryland and nationwide.
The report,... Read more