The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-11-05
Syngenta Canada introduces YieldON – a new biostimulant to help drive higher yields in row crops
Syngenta Canada Inc. is pleased to introduce YieldON™, a liquid foliar biostimulant that helps improve crop productivity in cereals, corn, and other row crops. Read more
2024-11-05
Genesis Fertilizers expands partnerships with CARBONCO and Whitecap to develop a proposed low carbon-intensity fertilizer plant
Genesis Fertilizers Limited Partnership ("Genesis Fertilizers") has solidified two strategic partnerships to further its vision of developing a low carbon-intensity fertilizer production facility.... Read more
2024-11-05
University of Guelph’s Ontario Agricultural College: 150 years of developing sustainable agriculture leaders
Can agriculture feed the world’s growing population in a more sustainable manner? That’s the question many agri-food leaders are working on throughout the world, hoping to advance technology and... Read more
2024-11-05
Croptracker earns honourable mention at Ontario’s 2024 Excellence in Agriculture Awards
A local technology company has been recognized by the Ontario government at its Excellence in Agriculture Awards ceremony. Read more
2024-11-05
Share your thoughts – proposed National Potato Wart Response Plan
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has launched a final public consultation on a proposed National Potato Wart Response Plan (Response Plan). This Response Plan includes new measures to... Read more
2024-11-05
A cheesemaker and a mead-maker from Northern Ontario win big at the Royal Winter Agricultural Fair
An artisanal cheesemaker from northern Ontario now has an award-winning goat cheese at the Royal Winter Agricultural Fair in Toronto. Read more
2024-11-05
Farmer, researcher new lead of Do More Ag
Canada’s leading voice and champion for mental health in agriculture has named its newest Executive Director. Read more
2024-11-04
USDA funds new financial co-op for farmers
The Southern Farmers Financial Association, supported by the USDA, aims to provide financial assistance to small farmers across the Southeast. Read more
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2024-11-04
Alberta targeting illegal meat processing and sale
The government is proposing increasing fines from $10,000 to $100,000 Read more
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2024-11-04
USDA forum to discuss future of farming
The USDA's annual forum will address critical topics like trade, climate strategy, and biotechnological advances in agriculture. Read more
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2024-11-04
Global pork production faces challenges despite price relief
The global sow herd remains stable amid biosecurity concerns and disease outbreaks, but positive pork consumption trends and lower feed costs may support growth in 2024. Read more
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2024-11-04
Corn Leafhopper Reemerging in Texas, Other States
Corn leafhopper has reemerged in some Texas corn-growing regions and other states, threatening both yields and grain quality. Read more