The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-02
Minimum wage increases in four provinces as of October 1
As of October 1, 2024, the minimum wage increased in four provinces: Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Prince Edward Island. Read more
2024-10-02
Soil Moisture Conditions Expected to Worsen Across State
While many areas of the state received badly needed rains weeks ago, most of the benefits to agricultural producers are evaporating due to less than adequate rain and higher-than-normal temperatures... Read more
2024-10-02
‘Pennsylvania AgForum’ to Address Farm Stress In Agricultural Community
Anyone interested in supporting farmers, addressing farm stress and improving the well-being of the farm community is invited to attend a
Penn State Extension workshop titled “Pennsylvania AgForum:... Read more
2024-10-02
Savor pork in your October meals
Embrace the health benefits and delicious versatility of pork in your meals this National Pork Month. Read more
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2024-10-02
Vieux village tops at international Ayrshire show
Florent Foley's Vieux Village Gentleman Joy wins Grand Champion at the International Ayrshire Show, highlighting Canadian excellence in dairy cattle. Read more
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2024-10-02
NMPF, USDEC Call for Immediate Government Intervention to Resolve Port Labor Strike
The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) called on the Biden Administration to immediately intervene in the port labor strike that began at 12:01 AM EST... Read more
2024-10-02
Secretary Naig Encourages Proactive Biosecurity Measures Against the Threat of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
As fall migration begins, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig is strongly encouraging poultry producers, dairy farmers, and those with backyard flocks to proactively take steps to strengthen their... Read more
2024-10-02
Bayer Teams Up With National Circle For Indigenous Agriculture And Food To Foster Indigenous Engagement In Agriculture
Bayer Crop Science Canada and the NCIAF are thrilled to announce their collaboration to advance reconciliation within Canadian agriculture. As part of this partnership, Bayer is contributing $25,000... Read more
2024-10-01
Ontario Soybean Harvest Estimated at 5-10% Complete
The Ontario soybean harvest is estimated at about 5-10% complete, although some rain this week in parts of the province has now slowed progress, according to the latest weekly update from Grain... Read more
2024-10-01
Farmers frustrated as Grain Services Workers continue strike action
The ongoing strike at the Port of Vancouver is estimated to be costing Canada's grain industry $35 million a day in lost exports. Read more
2024-10-01
Port of Churchill Could New Export Point for Saskatchewan Grain
An alternative route for Saskatchewan grain to get to world markets is in the works. Read more
2024-10-01
Grain Workers Union Strike Threatens Canadian Agriculture Exports
Another week brings another potential strike, this time by the Grain Workers Union (GWU), which, after a recent vote, will be in a legal strike position starting at 7:00 am Pacific Time on September... Read more