The latest news from the agricultural sector
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
2024-09-25
'Biodiversity Is Our Real Crop Insurance'
Strengthening land—and those who steward it—is central to creating a more resilient and nourishing future, panelists said at Climate Week. Read more
2024-09-24
USDA Cites American Fruit & Produce Corp. in Florida for PACA Violations
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on American Fruit & Produce Corp., Miami, Fla., for violating the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA). These sanctions... Read more
2024-09-24
USDA Restricts PACA Violators in California, Maryland and Texas from Operating in the Produce Industry
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on three produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay... Read more
2024-09-24
Final USDA grants strengthen meat processing
The USDA's last grants from the MPPEP aim to increase processing capacities and job creation in the meat sector, with over $35 million awarded. Read more
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2024-09-24
Vancouver grain terminal workers start strike
More than 600 workers walked off the job Tuesday morning Read more
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2024-09-24
UT engineer scoops prestigious ASABE award
University of Tennessee's Lori Duncan wins the ASABE Young Professional Award for her innovative approaches to sustainable agriculture. Read more
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2024-09-24
Bayer expands label for BUTEO seed treatment in Western Canada
Mustard producers can use it beginning in 2025 Read more
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2024-09-24
Novus partners with biotech company
Novus looks to use Ginkgo Enzyme Services to build more efficient enzymes. Read more
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2024-09-24
Dairy profits rise with falling feed prices
2024 brings a boost in dairy profits as US farmers benefit from falling feed prices and rising milk rates. Read more
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