The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-09-25
Statement on Port of Vancouver Labour Disruption
A labour disruption at the Port of Vancouver is another blow to Canada’s canola farmers who rely on a functioning supply chain to export 90 percent of the canola grown in Canada every year. The work... Read more
2024-09-25
Producers weigh in on weaning, preg-checking and more
Earlier this year we asked you to participate in the industry’s Canadian Cow-Calf Survey. Knowing which production practices producers are adopting in different regions of the country, which they... Read more
2024-09-25
US lawmakers seek to pay livestock farmers to use climate-friendlier practices
Farmers in the United States who raise livestock in large industrial operations could get funding from President Joe Biden's signature climate law to transition to more environmentally friendly... Read more
2024-09-25
Dairy Diversity Ready to Grow
It might sound crazy to think that a product that’s already
in 94 percent of U.S. households has room to grow, but the numbers indicate it’s true. Here’s what we’re talking about: Read more
2024-09-25
Bird Flu Outbreaks Made Egg Prices More Expensive. Here's What to Know
Read Bird Flu Outbreaks Made Egg Prices More Expensive. Here`s What to Know in addition to hundreds of recent farming and agriculture news articles. View up to date crop reports, livestock information... Read more
2024-09-25
Recognizing Economic Risk on the Ranch
One of the primary overarching economic risks that many cattle ranchers face without realizing it, is that the economic production model that is currently in place for their operation will not... Read more
2024-09-25
Potential Labour Disruption at Bulk Grain Terminals in Vancouver
I am writing to you on behalf of the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) to raise our concerns with the impending Grain Workers Union (GWU) strike at the Port of Vancouver, which... Read more
2024-09-25
AgScape Honours Ontario Educator With 2024 Teaching Excellence in Agriculture and Food Education Award
Milton, Ontario – – AgScape, a leader in innovative agriculture and food education for educators and students across Ontario, is pleased to announce Pam Woodhouse, an elementary school teacher from... Read more
2024-09-25
Communication to the members of Ontario Sheep Farmers (“OSF”) regarding the recent decision by the Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Appeal Tribunal
As you may be aware, the Ontario Sheep Farmers (“OSF”) Regulations have been the subject of a hearing before the Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Appeal Tribunal (“Tribunal”).
By way of... Read more
2024-09-25
Vancouver Grain Terminal Strike Puts Saskatchewan Wheat Producers at Risk
Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) is calling on the Federal Government to use all tools necessary to ensure the parties come to an agreement as soon as possible with the Grain... Read more
2024-09-25
Ensuring Canada’s Food Security: FVGC Welcomes Parliament’s Return with a Focus on Critical Agricultural Issues
OTTAWA, ON – As Parliament resumes its important work after the summer recess, the Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) is urging policymakers to prioritize food security and the... Read more
2024-09-25
Manitoba Pork Calls on Ottawa to Cushion Agriculture From Impact of Canada-China Trade War
The General Manager of Manitoba Pork is calling on Ottawa to be prepared to provide assistance for Canadian farmers caught in the crossfire of a trade war between Canada and China. An article... Read more