The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-10-09
Weed seeds may ride the rails
About eight years ago, Aaron Hager warned farmers in Alberta about palmer amaranth. Read more
2024-10-09
Study shows Agribition has major impact
Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) increased the Saskatchewan economy by $116.5 million in 2023, according to a recent economic impact study conducted by Praxis Consulting Inc. This record impact... Read more
2024-10-09
UGA Partners With FDA to Test U.S. Dairy Supplies for Avian Influenza
Avian influenza virus detected in U.S. dairy supply Read more
2024-10-09
3.45 Million Investment Comes to the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center
The USDA is granting $3.45 million to the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC). One of four Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives (DBI), the NE-DBIC serves dairy farmers and... Read more
2024-10-09
As Bird Flu Outbreak Expands in California, Dairy Farms Report It’s Worse Than They Expected
CNN A third farmworker has tested positive for bird flu in California, according to the state’s health department. If confirmed by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, this would be the... Read more
2024-10-09
New Holland wins innovation award
EIMA acknowledges New Holland's LiDAR-based tractor guidance system, enhancing precision and safety in specialty crop production. Read more
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2024-10-09
APG Seeks Advisors in All Zones to Grow Pulse Industry
Pulse producers who want to grow the province’s pulse industry while developing their own leadership skills are invited to let their names stand for election as an Alberta Pulse Growers (APG) Advisor... Read more
2024-10-09
Manitoba producers call for end to port workers strike in Vancouver
A group that represents Manitoba farmers is calling for the “immediate” end to a strike that has seen grain workers at Canada’s largest port walk off the job right in the middle of harvest season. Read more
2024-10-09
Manitoba grain producers bracing for impacts after workers at Vancouver port terminals go on strike
An industry group representing Manitoba's farmers is worried Canada's position as a reliable grain supplier might be tarnished after operations at one of the busiest ports for bulk grain export came... Read more
2024-10-09
Manitoba Crop Alliance announces results of 2024 crop committee delegate nominations
Manitoba Crop Alliance (MCA) is pleased to announce the results of the nomination process for delegate positions on its four crop committees. The nomination period ran from July 1 to Oct. 1, 2024. Read more
2024-10-09
A 3PLs Guide to the Growth of Transportation Management Systems
By leveraging the ongoing advancements of TMS, 3PLs can navigate the complexities of modern supply chains more effectively no matter how fast and complex the landscape becomes. Read more
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2024-10-09
Using Technology to Minimize Weather Risks
The impact of climate change means the industry must stay on top of new weather parameters that can provide more safety insights. Read more
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